Préfailles

Préfailles

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Préfailles
Insee code	44136
Postcode	44770
Latitude	47.1293530
Longitude	-2.2181760
Altitude	From 0 to 36 meters
Surface	4.88 km²
Population	1284 inhabitants
Density	263 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
National labels			La Plaine-sur-Mer at 2.3 km
Chief town	Nantes (at 60 km, 64 min)		Tharon-Plage at 5.7 km
Department	Loire-Atlantique		Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef at 7.9 km
Region	Pays de la Loire		Search another town

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Located halfway between the Bay of Bourgneuf and the estuary of the Loire, Préfailles enjoys a unique window on the ocean. A few miles from Pornic, the town offers a rugged coastline of 10 km, saved and dotted with coves and beaches family. Widely known as the second half of the 19th century to the virtues of its curative spring water and the benefits of its sea-bathing, Préfailles has kept over time a typical seaside architecture, the essential charms.

• A Préfailles the pleasures are many and for the family! The most diverse aquatic pleasures are offered by the activities of the Yacht Club de Saint-Gildas: internships, courses, fishing trips (with possible kayak rentals, windsurfing, dinghy, catamaran ...). Also rent a jet ski or enjoy a night out on banana, always Pointe Saint-Gildas.
• The museum area of ​​Semaphore, also turned out to sea will present the maritime and military history of Pointe Saint-Gildas. From the panoramic terrace, enjoy a breathtaking view. Exhibitions (paid or free) are offered a large part of the year.
• Several circuits heritage interpretation through the whole of the town and tell the history and architectural Préfailles resort, but also have the sea here, seen by some twenty artists, or military history Point Saint-Gildas de Vauban in the Second World War. Find out some of the remains of the Atlantic Wall. On desks or audio guidance, discover each route to the Tourist Office Préfailles.
• Rental bikes can be from April 15 to October 15, provision of a lift net fishery (hut on stilts with plaice to fish) from April 15 to October 15.

• Appointment of old vehicles and prestige every third Sunday of the month from 10am to 12pm, Market Square.
• Spring Holiday: Festival of the Games and Recreation.
• Weekend of Ascension: The Printanières (4 days of entertainment, shows, baptisms by helicopter, bicycle race, arts and crafts market ...).
• In June: Days of coastal development, awareness of environmental protection and eco-tourism (entertainment, shows, workshops and conference).
• July 13: On the lanterns for children at 21:45, fireworks at 23h, ball home from 23.15.
• The third week of July: The Musical of Préfailles: International Festival of classical music and world music
• August 15: Flower parade: parade floats in the evening, musical entertainment.
• On Monday 15 August: Festival of Amateur Theatre (Monday to Saturday, a performance every night).
• In July and August: Beach club from 3 years.
• Throughout the year, an exhibition of unusual kites at Grand Bazaar (Downtown).

• Heritage Maritime and River:

• 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.
• The Chapel of Prigny and the lantern of the dead to Moutiers-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.

All leisure activities around Préfailles

The Great Sea		The Wild Coast
The fishery		The streets of Préfailles
The coastal path to Préfailles along the coast of Jade

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Friday 24 May Day Night Min. 7°C - Max. 12°C

Saturday 25 May Day Night Min. 5°C - Max. 12°C

Le Carré Gourmand   7.2   SPECIAL OFFER Pornic Upon entry, a superb wine cellar all glass sets the tone: the aesthetic is at the service of good taste. The windows framed with bright walls, wooden floor and ceiling framing a wide... Located 7.6 km from Préfailles 31 € per person

Le Skipper   9.3 Pornic Faced with yachts and large boats of the marina Pornic, Le Skipper welcomes you into a spacious, refined and friendly. Chef Bruno Dufau, decided some years ago to marry his two passions:... Located 8.1 km from Préfailles 33 € per person

Le Cap   8 Saint-Brevin-les-Pins Put Le Cap to ... - The Loire Valley and along the coast to Le Cap restaurant, located on the seafront of the small coastal town of Saint-Brevin-les-Pins. There an exceptional view... Located 11.6 km from Préfailles 30 € per person

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Une escale a pornic   Pornic From leather, wood, stone and iron, a set of materials makes each of our unique rooms... Warmth and serenity for your holiday by the sea. Located 7.9 km from Préfailles From 72 € to 97 € the double room

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 9.1 km from Préfailles From 90 € to 100 € the double room

Le clos des Alizés     10 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 12.1 km from Préfailles From 65 € to 70 € the double room

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Maison bord de mer 2 à 10 couchages La Bernerie-en-Retz Typical house with sea view, 100 m from the beach and contemporary extension in the garden can accommodate from 2 to 10 people. Located 14 km from Préfailles From 600 € to 1000 € per week

'Coté Mer' Les Sableaux   9.2 Noirmoutier-en-l'Île Duplex townhouse with garden, lawn and parking clos. Décors waterfront, built in 2009, jardin. Au terrace room ground floor lounge area with 2 seater sofa, television, dining area and... Located 14.3 km from Préfailles From 450 € to 750 € per week

Thalassa Pornichet Storey villa s / mezzanine 160m², Breton-style, enclosed garden of 600m² to 250 m from the sandy beach! Ground floor: kitchen a large living room with fireplace, overlooking the terrace,... Located 15.8 km from Préfailles From 750 € to 1250 € per week

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Camping La Guichardiere   La Plaine-sur-Mer 300 m from the sea and the port of La Gravette, fishing and yacht harbour, Camping Guichardière is situated in the Loire-Atlantique, in the municipality of La Plaine-sur-Mer, 10 minutes... Located 2.7 km from Préfailles From 16.50 € to 25.50 € per day

Camping 4 étoiles La Tabardière Pornic-La     8.2 Pornic 4 star campsite, family, near Pornic Loire Atlantique. The Tabardière, located a few kilometers from the beaches of La Plaine Sur Mer and Pornic, is the starting point for beautiful... Located 5.1 km from Préfailles From 16.50 € to 30.60 € 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.... Located 7.1 km from Préfailles From 17.50 € to 28.50 € per day

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Logis Le Calluna      7.4 Préfailles The Calluna is located at Saint Gildas Point, in the west of Retz, between Pornic and Saint Nazaire. It offers free Wi-Fi access and panoramic ocean views. Rooms are comfortable and... Located in Préfailles Room from 72 €

Hôtel Restaurant L'Empreinte      8.1 Tharon-Plage Situated opposite the beach and the Bay of Biscay, this hotel is situated in Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef in Pays de la Loire. It offers free Wi-Fi internet access and panoramic views of... Located 5.9 km from Préfailles Room from 55 €

Les Sablons      8 Pornic Situated just 200 metres from the beach, Les Sablons offers comfortable accommodation and a sun terrace. It is just a 30-minute drive from Nantes airport. All the rooms at Les Sablons... Located 6.6 km from Préfailles Room from 59 €

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