Les Moutiers-en-Retz

Les Moutiers-en-Retz

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownLes Moutiers-en-Retz
Insee code44106
Postcode44580
Latitude47.0633020
Longitude-2.0002290
AltitudeFrom 0 to 39 meters
Surface9.57 km²
Population1293 inhabitants
Density135 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelsLa Bernerie-en-Retz at 3.5 km
Chief townNantes (at 46 km, 51 min)Bourgneuf-en-Retz at 4.2 km
DepartmentLoire-AtlantiqueArthon-en-Retz at 7.3 km
RegionPays de la LoireSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

The sea was once sovereignty over almost the full range of Moutiers.

Over the centuries, this "empire" has fallen to the city monastérienne what it is today: the real harmony between the blue and green, the sea and land.

Monastériens or holiday, the varied pleasures available to you:

Sea side, you will taste the joys of fishing on foot on the foreshore; Enjoy the beach and swimming between the ears of wood you will sail in the Bay of Bourgneuf and dock at the port collar (small Chinese port) .

On land, you will discover the marsh, a refuge for many plant and animal species, you will discover the historical heritage by visiting the church (with its altarpiece classified, his ex-voto ...), the lantern of the dead, the only works in France today, and many others ... You can stroll the ruins as you wish to discover or rediscover the unique character of Moutiers-en-Retz.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Historical monuments: the Church of St. Peter, the lantern of the dead, Chapel Prigny visible at concerts on Wednesdays in July and August at 21h.
  • The picturesque port of Collet and his captaincy.
  • Beaches.
  • Salt marshes.
  • Guided tours offered in July-August:
  • Salt marshes: visit the salt and bird watching.
  • History of Saline and salt to Moutiers and Bourgneuf Bay.
  • Panorama of Salt kiln: show in town hall, marriage hall (office hours) presentation tour in July and August on Thursday and Saturday at 11am.
  • Visit the Gallic salt kilns and salt marshes in the Middle Ages.
  • Marsh Lyarne.
  • Culinary Journey, to meet the providers who will share their occupation (paludier, oyster farmer, winemaker).
Detailed information
TransportTrain station Les Moutiers-en-Retz
Information pointsTourist Office of Les Moutiers-en-Retz
Leisure centresBeach of the Pré-Vincent
MonumentsChapel of Prigny,   Lantern of the Dead of the Moutiers-en-Retz

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Many festivals are held throughout the summer: free concerts and events on the municipal site of the Church Lady; free sporting activities; classical concert every Wednesday at the chapel of Prigny, puppet show, art shows, garage attics; craft markets.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Heritage Maritime and River:
  • The Semaphore Point St. Gildas in Préfailles.
  • Pornic, the upper town and its old castle.
  • The Marine Museum in Saint-Brevin-les-Pins.
  • The Maritime Canal of Lower Loire, also known as Canal Maritime de la Martiniere, to Frossay.
  • Paimboeuf, pre-historic port of Nantes.
  • Historical and Cultural Heritage:
  • The repository of old crafts and home of the wash house in Saint-Père-en-Retz.
  • Know-how:
  • The pottery of Pornic.
  • The Making of Cakes St-Michel Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef.
  • The Fraiseraie in Pornic.
  • The cheese of Pornic Curé Nantais.
  • The brewery of the Côte de Jade Pornic.
  • Parks:
  • Wild Planet in Port-Saint-Père: safari trail of 10 km and marine city which hosts the dolphins.
  • The Great Park of the Legends: a site of 33 hectares devoted to animals, tales, legends and superstitions. 3 shows.
  • Cities around:
  • Saint-Nazaire and yards of the Atlantic.
  • Nantes, a city of art and history.
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Kitesurfing lessons in NoirmoutierSports sensationsFrom 110 € to 450 €La Barre-de-Monts (22 km)

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PHOTOS
Saltmarsh
 
Beaches
Bourg
 
Lantern of the dead and church
Bourg
 
Les Moutiers-en-Retz
Gastronomy
 
Fisherman
Fisheries
 
Bourg
Former tourist office
 
tourist office and exhibition room
Beach
 
Marsh
Rides
 
Mini-golf
concert
 
Garage sale
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WEATHER
Thursday 23 May
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Friday 24 May
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Saturday 25 May
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Le Skipper  
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Domaine du Collet - location mobil home  
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Typical house with sea view, 100 m from the beach and contemporary extension in the garden can accommodate from 2 to 10 people.
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Le patisseau  
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Le Grand Large     
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Auberge La Fontaine Aux Bretons     
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Hotel Salea     
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