Briere and close to the coast, the city of Pontchâteau is located in a site of passage, on a bend of Brivet, the last tributary of the right bank of the Loire. The bridge which spans it, Gallo-Roman or medieval with a wooden deck was replaced in 1877 by a stone bridge of a single arch.
The castle was built around 1070. Dominant and monitoring the toll bridge, he was district Ste-Catherine: the remains of two round towers and a square tower tend to prove. Men moved gradually to the castle of the Lords Bridge. So this place was called originally "Castle Bridge" appellation which turned into Pontchâteau. The castle was probably destroyed in 1500.
In 1096 was founded the Benedictine priory of St-Martin attached to the abbey of Marmoutier-lès-Tours.
Creation of the common in 1790.
Pontchâteau is the hometown of the filmmaker Jacques Demy born June 5, 1931 (The Umbrellas of Cherbourg).
SIGHTSEEING
By taking the trails, discover the shores of Brivet or engaging in activities to relax, fitness trail, mountain biking, swimming, canoeing, tennis, games, track rollers, ping-pong, basketball, horse riding, fishing or nap ...
Not to mention the rich heritage: dolmen, menhir, calvary, chapel, church, cross, mills, ovens, washing ...
In a park of 14 ha, come and discover free ordeal Pontchâteau: Way of the Cross with life-size figures, chapels, caves, Scala Sancta, Jerusalem temple, museum ...
Décor - In the heart of the Brière Regional Park and a short distance from the beaches of La Baule, enjoy an exceptional meal at the restaurant Montaigu. Talent - The Chef Ludovic Le...
Located 7.3 km from Pontchâteau
63 € per person
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Sainte-Reine-de-Bretagne
The chicken or the egg? - Question Philosophical Gourmet: is it the chicken or the egg which is it the egg is the egg? Do not break your head too much and come chat to you attablant...
Located 8 km from Pontchâteau
25 € per person
Le Relais Saint Clair
9.1
Guenrouet
Le Relais Saint Clair welcomes you in a comfortable and air conditioned room, facing the marina. Christine and Helen will advise you in choosing your meal without forgetting the wines...
On the Nantes / Vannes near Guérande, La Baule and the Park of Brière, Missillac home to the Chateau de la Bretesche with its 18 hole golf course. Near the village the quiet of a large...
Located 7.2 km from Pontchâteau
84 € the double room
Au jardin d'eau
9
Missillac
In the Parc de la Brière (hinterland of La Baule Guérande), quiet and surrounded by nature in a garden with a pond of 1000 m ², 2 guest rooms labeled Gîtes de France, including 1 family...
Located 9.2 km from Pontchâteau
58 € the double room
La Noe de Marlais-3 épis G de F
9.4
Herbignac
In a village located west of the Brière Park (Loire Atlantique), our typical Brittany longère house has: - On the ground floor, a Family bedroom for 4 peoples, consisting of 2 rooms...
In the Parc de la Brière, hinterland of La Baule / Guérande, 25 minutes from the Atlantic coast, Valerie Bonduelle welcomes you in its home zen bamboo, labeled 2 ears Gites de France,...
Located 9.2 km from Pontchâteau
From 200 € to 450 € per week
Le masel
9.7
Paimboeuf
Lights Loire estuary rental plain charming. Upper bridge st nazaire panoramic Paimboeuf large rock in the estuary of the Loire that you will follow for a few minutes before discovering...
Located 17.3 km from Pontchâteau
From 680 € to 780 € per week
KerSalines
Guérande
At the heart of the Natural Regional Park of Brière, but only 15 minutes from the beautiful beaches of the wild coast of the peninsula of Guerande and La Baule, KerSalines is an authentic...
Natural Area of 25 pitches Camping de 400 m², open from April 1 to September 30. Lavatories: 3 showers (one reception disabled), 3 toilets (one reception disabled), 3 sinks, 2 trays...
Located 10.6 km from Pontchâteau
Camping de l'étang du Pays Blanc
9.6
Guérande
- Camping open all year *** - Friendly family located in a 30 m pool. Wooded site with the quiet spacious and shaded, located equidistant from the beach of La Baule, the medieval town...
Located 22 km from Pontchâteau
From 9.90 € to 24.90 € per day
Camping du bord de mer
Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef
20 meters from the beach, on the waterfront, facing the Atlantic Ocean. The Campsite is located in a large garden planted with trees and offers calm, relaxation in a fridendly atmosphere....
The Hotel & Spa de La Bretesche sits in the Parc Naturel de la Brière and borders an 18-hole golf course. It has 2 swimming pools, a gourmet restaurant, a bistrot and a spa. The hotel...
Located 8 km from Pontchâteau
Room from 129 €
La Mare Aux Oiseaux
8.8
Saint-Joachim
This hotel is located on the Island of Fedrun, in the heart of a charming village in Brière. It offers contemporary setting in the heart of nature. Rooms at La Mare Aux Oiseaux are...
Located 11.8 km from Pontchâteau
Room from 160 €
Les reflets du lac
8
Savenay
Offering views of the Lake Savenay from the terrace in the garden, this hotel is located 2 km from Savernay Golf Club. Refined cuisine using seasonal produce is served in the restaurant,...