Bed and breakfast in Pornichet

The culinary delights of Pornichet

Pornichet has a population of 10,500, but this figure rises significantly during the holidays and particularly during the summer season. Holidaymakers come from all over France to discover this seaside resort in the Loire region. Its neighbouring towns are Saint-Nazaire and la Baule-Escoublanc and it covers an area of just over 12 square kilometres. Your stay in Pornichet is bound to be a gastronomic success, as the culinary specialities are in abundance! Bardatte and pike with beurre blanc, for example, are on the menus of the best restaurants in the area. You can choose either dish with your eyes shut - you'll discover unforgettable flavours! The tasting of sea bass in a salt crust and lard from Nantes will also be a magical experience. Of course, Pornichet is also a place of honour for its seafood. If you're a fish lover, don't forget to try the Loire salmon with sorrel and finish your meal with a few galettes de Saint-Guénolé, a particularly popular pastry in the region.

Activities to enjoy in Pornichet during your holiday

Do you want to enjoy the sea spray more than anything else during your stay? Then head for one of the stretches of sand that Pornichet has to offer! On the one hand, there's the Plage des Libraires, bordered by a long promenade that families love to use. On the other, the public gather at the Plage de Bonne Source for a spot of sunbathing or to try their hand at fishing on foot, a very popular pastime for Pornichet residents. Sainte-Marguerite beach is in a different, but equally enjoyable, setting. Lined with villas, this small sandy beach is home to a beach club for children and a sailing school. The Tourist Office offers an ingenious way to discover Pornichet. You can take an audio-guide tour. You can stroll through the picturesque districts of the town to your heart's content! You can explore the fishermen's village, visit the church of Notre-Dame des Dunes or enjoy the idyllic setting at the tip of the Pointe du Bé. If you want to stretch your legs, there's nothing better than a good water activity between two visits! Pornichet also offers a wide range of water sports. You can try your hand at stand-up paddling or go wakeboarding.

The most beautiful sites to discover around Pornichet

When you choose your bed and breakfast in Pornichet, you benefit from access to several remarkable sites. These include the Guérande salt marshes, where you can find out how they work and buy local produce. Then there's the Port-Saint-Père animal park, which boasts some superb cheetahs, tigers and white rhinos. If you have the time, you can also visit the Musée du Grand Blockhaus, a place steeped in history that undoubtedly contributes to the work of remembrance.