A day in Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef

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Looking for a breath of fresh air with your family ? Head for Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef for the day: a charming seaside resort nestling on the Côte de Jade

Its green, blue and ochre landscapes, activities for young and old and local culinary specialities are sure to win you over.

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What to see in Saint-Michel

We welcome you to the heart of nature in Saint-Michel, with its vast, unspoilt natural spaces and its rugged, unspoilt coastline.

Over 4 km of family beaches

The Grande Plage de Tharon is one of the largest stretches of fine sand in the region. At low tide or high tide, you'll always find activities to share with your children: being very small at the foot of the fisheries or digging for shells when the sea goes out, swimming and playing ball in the water when it comes back in ! There are no rocks, just wide-open spaces for safe afternoon fun.

Another local gem also delights the crowds: Gohaud beach. Its golden sands and uninterrupted ocean views will win you over. The beach is subject to the wind, and offers another spectacle: the dance of surfers between the waves, experienced paragliders and kites.

Les Terres Rouges, cliffs of an incomparable ochre colour

Nearby Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef has even more surprises in store for you: the Terres Rouges attract nature lovers with their reddish-orange rocks. The coastal path is a must for exploring this exceptional site. You'll discover protected flora and fauna in a setting between sea and cliffs.

❤️ The team's favourite : we love the Terres Rouges at sunset! It's at this precise moment that the light of dusk and the stone of the rocks become one... A blazing spectacle !

Where to eat in Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef?

Looking for the best places for lunch in Saint-Michel? Here are 3 suggestions that will delight your taste buds.

Picnic with your feet in the sand

For a memorable experience, opt for a picnic to be enjoyed at the foot of a fishery on La Grande Plage de Tharon. This spot allows you to soak up the maritime atmosphere while savouring your favourite dishes. Don't know which one to choose ? One of the most photogenic on the Côte de Jade is the blue fishery at Tharon !

Crêpes and galettes overlooking the ocean

If you prefer to try our local specialities in a more traditional setting, the Crêperie de La Source is the perfect place for you. Ideally situated opposite the Grand Plage de Tharon, this crêperie offers a delicious selection of crêpes, galettes and moules frites (depending on the season). Prepared with local produce (Curé Nantais, Bouchot mussels from La Plaine-sur-Mer, strawberries from La Fraiseraie, etc.), these dishes won't leave you wanting for more. You'll be licking your fingers!

Le Garde-Manger: the delicatessen you've been waiting for !

Nestling in the heart of Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef, next to the church, Le Garde-Manger offers a range of Asian, vegetarian and local dishes. On the premises or to take away, you'll find a tasty and balanced selection to satisfy every taste.

Family outings in Saint-Michel

For lovers of outdoor adventure, Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef offers a multitude of possibilities for outings on foot, by bike, electric scooter or rosalie !

3 walking routes to explore

Do you love wide open spaces and the ocean? Here's our suggestion of walks in St Michel :

the Coast and Mills Trail, between land and sea (13.7 km)
the Sources and Menhirs trail, an immersion in the Neolithic period (9.7 km)
the Tour Commune trail, from the coast to the Etang des Gâtineaux (21.7 km)

Psst, the Vélodyssée, the Vélocean and the GR8 pass through here. Perfect for digesting after a good lunch.

📌 Good to know : walking maps can be downloaded from our website or are available from our 7 Tourist Offices.

The routes

Idea for a visit: Arielle M.'s studio, a complete artist

If you decide to take a stroll along the Tour de la Commune route, we recommend that you turn off at Avenue Ernest Chevrier and stop off at Arielle M.'s workshop : it's the perfect place to meet during your day in Michelo!
Just a stone's throw from the Grand Plage de Tharon, you'll be greeted by Arielle Maguet, a talented artist specialising in fusing, painting on porcelain and glass. You'll have the chance to admire her work or to buy unique products such as wall trays, jewellery and lighting. If you visit our Tourist Offices, you'll be able to see her jewellery on display in our shops.

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Time for a snack !

Where to have a snack in Saint-Michel?

How can you end the day in style and give your children an eyeful?

Le St-Michel Café: the cave of a thousand and one sweets

Le St-Michel Café tearoom is the place to go for a delicious afternoon snack. Located in Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef, you'll find a selection of seasonal produce, accompanied by a choice of hot or cold drink, in a friendly setting. Let yourself be tempted by a cup of organic tea, a latte macchiato or a delicious homemade hot chocolate for the little ones (and the grown-ups!). Why not extend the pleasure by discovering the Atelier St-Michel ? It's a paradise for those with a sweet tooth!

Ice cream + merry-go-round + beach = the perfect combo!

If you're feeling peckish, stop off at La Fraiseraie for a delicious ice cream : strawberry sorbet, raspberry sorbet and Madagascar Bourbon vanilla ice cream will refresh your taste buds... If you've got little ones and you want to feast their eyes, treat them to a ride on the carousel and baroque acrobatics at Tharon-Plage ! What better way for parents to contemplate the fisheries and the sea while their children have fun on the merry-go-round?

Where can you buy souvenirs of Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef ?

In your Tharon-Plage Tourist Office, of course! Open all year round and 7 days a week in July and August, you'll find authentic products to bring home a little of the warm atmosphere of Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef.

5 gifts to take home :

the Tharon / Saint-Michel "baoûle" tray : a regional craft made by cabinetmaker Hugues Hervy. These famous "baoûles", which give a new lease of life to objects from yesteryear, were once fish crates and are now colourful trays perfect for breakfasts or aperitifs! What will you choose? The tray with the effigy of Saint-Michel or the one from Tharon-Plage?
Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef souvenir medals : collectors beware! Discover our medals issued by the Monnaie de Paris.
Collector's posters and postcards : pretty posters and postcards to hang on your fridge or wall to remind you of your holidays.
wooden "pêcherie" key rings : handcrafted from reclaimed wood, Saint-Michel will follow you everywhere, hanging from your car keys!

I'm hooked !

Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef is the perfect destination for a spring day out with the family. We hope we've inspired you to spend a day (or more) discovering one of our seaside towns!

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