Préfailles, an unforgettable kayak trip at sunset

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Imagine sailing a kayak on a sea of oil, lulled by the gentle melody of the waves crashing against the rocks

Nestling in the heart of the Loire-Atlantique region, Préfailles is a town of many charms, where nature reigns supreme. A kayak trip at sunset will give you a whole new perspective on the jewels of Préfailles. The semaphore will guide you towards Pointe Saint-Gildas and its Regional Nature Reserve...

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Stage 1 : departure from Anse du Sud, an idyllic Prefecture beach

Start your adventure at Plage de l'Anse du Sud, a beach of authentic charm where surfers and families mingle. Come and enjoy the friendly, relaxed atmosphere of this still wild place, perfect for getting into the mood before setting off to conquer the Atlantic.

📌 Good to know :
In 2024, out of 13 communes in Loire-Atlantique, 4 communes in our area were awarded the Blue Flag label for the quality of their beaches: La Bernerie-en-Retz, Pornic, Préfailles and Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef. In total, 12 beaches in Destination Pornic have been awarded the label, including the Plage de l'Anse du Sud!

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Stage 2 : heading for the Roche Percée, a natural landmark in Préfailles

Let your kayak guide you to the Grande Plage de Préfailles. On the way, admire the famous ‘stone elephant’, La Roche Percée : a natural emblem sculpted by nature and a symbol of the coast.

Walk along the corniche and let yourself be charmed by the ‘Dames de la côte’, the villas of yesteryear that tell the story of the seaside resort dating from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

💡 Did you know ?

After La Roche Percée, another animal awaits you not far from here. Take a good look around you, perhaps you'll recognise the Rocher du Lion, another natural masterpiece of the Prefecture coastline...

I think I saw an elephant

Stage 3 : a magical sunset aboard your kayak at Pointe Saint-Gildas

Set course for Pointe Saint-Gildas, a rocky outcrop offering a breathtaking panorama... You paddle towards the horizon, as if bewitched by the infinity of the ocean.
Once you've arrived, put down your paddles and admire the breathtaking sunset : a magical moment that will remain engraved in your memory.

A little bit of history :
Used since prehistoric times, Pointe Saint-Gildas has always been a coveted site. In the days of pirates and privateers, this strategic point was the scene of maritime attacks. The remains of the cannon from Louis XV's ship ‘Juste’ bear witness to this!
During the Second World War, Pointe Saint-Gildas was part of the Atlantic Wall under German occupation. Blockhouses, rangefinders, casemates and tobogans are all reminders of this military past. To discover its history, as well as that of lighthouses, communications at sea and major shipwrecks such as that of the Lancastria, sunk in 1940 by the Germans, visit the Sémaphore museum.

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Other kayak trips for unforgettable getaways

Florent from Kayak Nomade offers a range of outings for different levels to discover the Côte de Jade from Pornic to La Plaine-sur-Mer, via Préfailles. If you prefer river kayaking, you can take a trip up the Haute Perche canal for a peaceful, relaxing day out.
Sea or river, which kayak trip will you choose?

Discovering the Pornic coast (3h)
Sunset cruise in Pornic (2h)
Along the water, on the Haute-Perche canal (2h)
Discover the coastline of La Plaine-sur-Mer (3h)
Sunset stroll at La Pointe St-Gildas (2h)

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