Nantes - Wikipedia
WEBNantes is the préfecture (capital city) of the Loire-Atlantique département and the Pays de la Loire région. It is the residence of a région and département prefect, local representatives of the French government. Nantes is also the meeting place of the région and département councils, two elected political bodies.
THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Nantes - Tripadvisor
WEBThe Machines de l’Ile is an artistic and a tourist project. It is a blend of the invented worlds of Jules Verne, the mechanical universe of Leonardo da Vinci, and the industrial history of Nantes, …
Visit Nantes: Nantes Tourism official website | Le Voyage à Nantes
WEBVisit Nantes, in France: all year long, an artistic itinerary will take you throughout the city. Preparing your holiday: What to see? Where to sleep? Where to eat?
20 Best Things to Do in Nantes | + Tips | Visit Nantes 2024
WEBAug 6, 2023 · In order for you to make the most out of your stay, I have created a guide with all the best things to do in the city. Historical monuments, parks, activities like the famous Island of machines (“Machines de l’île” in french), there is a lot to discover in Nantes!
Nantes | Brittany tourism
WEBAlthough it is now the administrative centre of the Pays-de-la-Loire, Nantes was the capital of Brittany for hundreds of years. Start at the impressive Château des ducs de Bretagne before wandering through the medieval old town then take a ride on a mechanical elephant on the Île de Nantes.
A first-timer's guide to the quirky French city of Nantes
WEBJul 16, 2023 · Nantes is an ideal city break: with lots to do but never overwhelming. It is rich in glorious spots to simply watch the world go by, plus it has a powerful history and culinary surprises. Not lacking in grandeur – but with an inbuilt sense of …
The 10 Best Things to Do in Nantes - 2024 (with Photos) - Tripadvisor
WEBThings to Do in Nantes, France: See Tripadvisor's 211,597 traveller reviews and photos of Nantes tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in June. We have reviews of the best places to see in Nantes. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
Nantes | France, Map, Population, & Facts | Britannica
WEBApr 11, 2024 · Nantes, city, Loire-Atlantique département, Pays de la Loire région, western France. Nantes is situated at the head of the estuary of the Loire River, where it is joined by the Erdre and the Sèvre rivers, 35 miles (56 km) from the sea and southwest of Paris.
Nantes, France: All You Need to Know Before You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
WEBReborn as one of France’s most dynamic and culturally progressive cities, Nantes is a city that wears its innovation on its sleeve. Populated by artists, engineers, and students, its ever-changing skyline is anchored by medieval roots and a …
Nantes: Jewel of the Loire Valley - TripSavvy
WEBJun 26, 2019 · Nantes, the capital of the Pays de la Loire region of northwestern France, was named by Time magazine as the most livable city in Europe in 2004. Nantes was the capital of Brittany until boundaries were redrawn during World War II, but it still retains much of its Brittany identity.