Préfailles

Préfailles

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Préfailles		La Plaine-sur-Mer at 2.3 km
Insee code	44136		Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef at 7.9 km
Postcode	44770		Pornic at 8.7 km
Latitude	47.1293530		Saint-Brevin-les-Pins at 13.6 km
Longitude	-2.2181760		Noirmoutier-en-l'Île at 14.4 km
Altitude	From 0 to 36 meters		La Bernerie-en-Retz at 14.6 km
Surface	4.88 km²		Saint-Père-en-Retz at 15.8 km
Population	1206 inhabitants		Saint-Nazaire at 16 km
Density	247 inhabitants/km²		L'Épine at 17.1 km
National labels			Pornichet at 17.5 km
Chief town	Nantes (at 60 km, 64 min)		Chauvé at 17.6 km
Department	Loire-Atlantique		La Guérinière at 18 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.

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

Tuesday 14 February Day Night Min. 4°C - Max. 8°C

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. 3°C - Max. 9°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. 3°C - Max. 10°C

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 22 km from Préfailles From 25 € to 40 € per person

Brasserie du Centre   9.2 Guérande Located in the medieval city, facing the collegiate church, the Brasserie du Centre is both a brewery, a pub and a creperie. The Brasserie du Centre offers themed menus for groups from... Located 27 km from Préfailles From 15 € to 40 € per person

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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 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 12.1 km from Préfailles From 65 € to 70 € the double room

Coté mer   Noirmoutier-en-l'Île House redone in the style beachfront double shelf with TV.TNT.Salle water with shower and vanity, private toilet, independent entrance, parking sécurisé. Accès jardin. Petit dog allowed... Located 14.2 km from Préfailles From 50 € to 80 € the double room

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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 4.1 km from Préfailles From 350 € to 900 € 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

Manoir de l'Esperance Saint-Brevin-les-Pins 7 km of beaches and centered in the middle of a rich pool of tourism, the MANOR de l'esperance, labeled rando-accueil, welcomes you all year round cottages and family suites of 2 to... Located 16.2 km from Préfailles 380 € per week

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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 7.1 km from Préfailles From 11.90 € to 15.90 € per day

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 10.8 km from Préfailles From 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 11.2 km from Préfailles 12 € per day

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Logis Le Calluna      7.5 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 65 €

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 6.7 km from Préfailles Room from 59 €

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 7.7 km from Préfailles Room from 75 €

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