What to do during spring break in Destination Pornic ?

Plan your spring events !

Here's a sneak preview of the vacation schedule 

•  Pornic Carnival. Dive into a colorful festive atmosphere as floats and costumed groups parade through the streets of Pornic. Lively music, confetti and good spirits are the order of the day for this convivial event to be shared with family and friends.
•  Fête des Plantes in La Plaine-sur-Mer. If you're a gardening and nature lover, this is the event for you! Come and discover a wide variety of plants, flowers and shrubs from local growers, and get advice from enthusiasts on how to beautify your garden or balcony. Activities and workshops will round off this bucolic day.
•  The Pop-Pop Racing Championship at La Bernerie-en-Retz. Make way for an unusual and fun competition! The famous little steamboats, called Pop-Pop because of the characteristic noise they make, will compete in a frantic race. A fun, nostalgic show that will delight young and old alike.

3 ways to get out and about in total freedom

Explore new cycling routes

• the “Terroir, entre Terre et Mer” circuit (33 km) plunges you into the heart of the Pays de Retz's varied landscapes. Between vineyards, marshes and bocages, this loop offers an authentic glimpse of the local terroir,
• the “Entre Loire et Acheneau” circuit (42 km) guides you through a rich natural and cultural heritage, skirting waterways and picturesque villages.

A smooth ride on an electric scooter

Share a convivial moment in a rosalie

On the water, on the ocean or in freshwater marshes

 Vogue & Vague” water sports offers

 Rides at sea

 Nautical adventures

5 not-to-be-missed sites to visit in spring

• Le Sémaphore de la Pointe Saint-Gildas (Préfailles), with its breathtaking view over the Atlantic, this historic site is perfect for a springtime stroll between sea and nature.
• Pornic by tourist train, a fun and pleasant way to discover the town, its port and picturesque streets without getting tired.
• The Musée du Pays de Retz (Villeneuve-en-Retz), a journey back in time to discover the traditions and local history of the Pays de Retz.
• The Château de Pornic, the town's landmark, offers guided tours all year round, revealing its fascinating history and medieval architecture.
• The Pointe Saint-Gildas Regional Nature Reserve (Préfailles), a haven of biodiversity where you can observe migratory birds and wild flora in the heart of a preserved landscape.

13 guided tours to explore Pornic and its region

Your kids will love it

3 fun and memorable experiences to try out with the whole family

Share your emotions !

•  Pornic Adventure. Evolve from tree to tree in an exceptional natural setting thanks to this accrobranche course suitable for all levels. Adrenalin and laughter guaranteed !
•  Planète Sauvage wildlife park (Port-Saint-Père). Set off on a real safari in Loire-Atlantique and get up close to over 1,000 animals in an immersive and exotic setting.
•  L.A Mountainboard (Rouans). Try your hand at mountainboarding, a mix between snowboarding and skateboarding, on all-terrain slopes perfect for an adrenalin rush in the heart of nature.
•  Exitime and Laser & Dream (Pornic). Opt for an immersive escape game at Exitime or test your strategic wits during a wild game of laser tag at Laser & Dream.
•  Racing Kart Jade (Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef). Pit your wits against your nearest and dearest on one of three go-kart circuits, including an impressive 700-meter track with gradient. Sensations guaranteed !
•  Centre Hippique de la Mer (Moutiers-en-Retz). Treat yourself to a horseback ride on the beach or in the forest for a unique experience in contact with the elements and animals.