Pornic

Pornic

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownPornicLa Bernerie-en-Retz at 6.3 km
Insee code44131La Plaine-sur-Mer at 7 km
Postcode44210Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef at 8.1 km
Latitude47.1154910Préfailles at 8.7 km
Longitude-2.1044440Chauvé at 9.7 km
AltitudeFrom 0 to 60 metersLes Moutiers-en-Retz at 9.8 km
Surface94.20 km²Saint-Père-en-Retz at 11.2 km
Population13906 inhabitantsArthon-en-Retz at 12.3 km
Density148 inhabitants/km²Bourgneuf-en-Retz at 14 km
National labelsChéméré at 14.3 km
Chief townNantes (at 50 km, 50 min)Saint-Brevin-les-Pins at 15.3 km
DepartmentLoire-AtlantiqueNoirmoutier-en-l'Île at 16.7 km
RegionPays de la LoireSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Pornic is the last port in Brittany.

Human presence is attested since prehistoric times.

Its carnival in April, is an event not to be missed.

For dining, the products of the famous Fraiseraie are a treat (ice cream, jams, fruit jellies). Must also cheese Curé Nantais, made Pornic. A taste too, the beers from a brewery Brigantine Pornic.


SIGHTSEEING
  • To see: the castle Pornic, the mound of Mousseaux corniche rides on the coastal footpath ...
  • To do: the adventure in the trees, water sports, fishing, tours offered by the Tourist Office ...
Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Pornic
Information pointsTourist Office of Pornic
Leisure centresBeach Montbeau,   Beach of L'Etang,   Beach of La Birochère,   Beach of La Fontaine aux Bretons,   Beach of La Joselière,   Beach of La Noëveillard,   Beach of La Source,   Beach of the Grandes Vallées,   Beach of the Porteau,   Beach of the Portmain,   Beach of the Sablons,   Casino of the Môle,   Golf Course of Pornic,   Marina of Gourmalon,   Marina of La Noëveillard
MonumentsCastle of Pornic,   Dolmen of La Joselière,   Tumulus of the Mousseaux
Natural sitesBay of Bourgneuf,   Headland of Noëveillard,   HeadlandAu Chevaux

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Every year in March, the festival of the Chanson de Café, enables amateur artists to come out.
  • Every year in April, the Carnival Pornic.
  • In late August, the Celtic festival of St Gilles.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Heritage Maritime and River:
  • The Semaphore Point St. Gildas in Préfailles.
  • 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.
  • The Chapel of Prigny and the lantern of the dead to Moutiers-en-Retz.
  • Know-how:
  • The Making of Cakes St-Michel Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef.
  • 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.
PHOTOS
Beach Pornic
 
The castle and the old port of Pornic
Other beach Pornic
 
The Casino Pornic
Famous glacier Pornic
 
A fishery Pornic
A regatta Pornic
 
Wearing Pornic view of the upper town
The cairn of Mousseaux (sixth or fifth millennium BC. AD)
 
The new port, the marina Noëveillard
Pornic The old port and the upper town, its church
 
Castle Pornic
The coastal footpath that runs along the Côte de Jade
 
Range Pornic
Small charming coves Pornic
 
Little Creek Pornic
Harbour and Castle
 
Castle
The Thalasso Pornic and beach Source
 
Stroll along the old port
The castle tower
 
The 18-hole golf Pornic
The path through the trees
 
Pornic Earthenware, hand painting
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WEATHER
Monday 13 February
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Min. 2°C - Max. 6°C
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 7°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 2°C - Max. 9°C
RESTAURANTS 
Saint Christophe
La Baule-Escoublac
We offer fragrant and seasonal cooking... The seafood has a nice place, and the roguished dishes come directly from the farm. Everything we offer is homemade. We installed a decorative...
Located 29 km from PornicFrom 25 € to 40 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Solveig 4 épis gîtes de France  
Pornic
In a beautiful setting, just steps from the beach, the Thalasso Pornic of the coastal path but also the old port and shops, solveig and 4 rooms, sauna, spa, pool, table hosts for an...
Located in PornicFrom 90 € to 100 € the double room 
Le Boschet    
9.9
Arthon-en-Retz
At the heart of a village in the Pays de Retz, along hiking trails and 15 km from Pornic, we welcome you in a renovated traditional buildings in a healthy way (Ecogîte). Independent...
Located 14 km from Pornic60 € the double room 
Le clos des alizes  
Saint-Brevin-les-Pins
The contemporary house is set in a charming district, only 300 m from the ocean. The rooms are very confortable fastefully decorated. A spacious veranda is forseen for the breakfast...
Located 14.1 km from PornicFrom 65 € to 70 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Maison avec accès direct à la plage
La Plaine-sur-Mer
Welcome to the schooner jade: the land of cakes Saint Michel welcomes you in a home on the waterfront: the sea off the coast of Jade waiting for you at the foot of the staircase at...
Located 7.3 km from PornicFrom 350 € to 900 € per week 
Domaine du Collet - location mobil home  
10
Les Moutiers-en-Retz
In front of the Atlantic ocean beside a small fishing harbour this three star camping place “Domaine du Collet” offers its customers a different and specific quality of sojourn, thanks...
Located 13.2 km from PornicFrom 200 € to 700 € per week 
Le chant des oiseaux
Arthon-en-Retz
At the heart of a hamlet, in the end an impasse, views of the countryside, along hiking trails and 15 km from Pornic, birdsong awaits you. Cottage bungalow surrounded by a garden of...
Located 14 km from PornicFrom 257 € to 632 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Le patisseau  
Pornic
At Pornic, The Patisseau welcomes you in its green landscape. Come enjoy all the services and entertainment d? A real campsite 4 stars. NEW 2009: outdoor heated pool area with spa,...
Located in PornicFrom 26 € to 42 € per day 
Camping la chênaie à pornic    
7.2
Pornic
A Pornic, in Loire Atlantique, camping Chênaie **** is ideally situated close to shops and beaches. This family campsite welcomes you in a remarkably large area with trees and landscaping....
Located in Pornic12 € per day 
Camping bel essor    
8.3
Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef
The campsite bel essor has retained a spirit traditionnel. Ici the family atmosphere and the green promotes calm and rest. For ideal vacation, camping is situated close to the center...
Located 7.7 km from PornicFrom 11.90 € to 15.90 € per day 

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HOTELS
Bestwestern Pornic     
8.7
Pornic
Located 2 km from central Pornic, this Bestwestern is a 5-minute drive from the region’s beaches and the town’s traditional port. It offers a spa, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Guest...
Located in PornicRoom from 75 €
Brit Hotel Les Alizes     
7.8
Pornic
Set just 300m from the marina and 800m from the thalassotherapy centre, the hotel features well-equipped rooms with many modern comforts. Moreover, guests will enjoy a free private...
Located in PornicRoom from 62 €
Les Sablons     
8.1
Pornic
Situated just 200 metres from the beach, Les Sablons offers comfortable accommodation and a sunny terrace. It is just a 30-minute drive from Nantes airport. All the rooms at Les Sablons...
Located in PornicRoom from 59 €

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Mercure Nantes Centre Gare
This Mercure is 50 metres from the Gare de Nantes, overlooking the Canal Saint Felix in central Nantes. It offers soundproofed...
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