Walks and landscapes around Nantes
When autumn comes, the nature around Nantes takes on golden and coppery hues. It's the perfect season to enjoy a nature break, on foot or by bike, between flamboyant forests, the banks of the Loire, and peaceful marshes.
Book a hotel in Nantes to discover the surrounding fall walks!
Just 30 minutes from the center of Nantes, the Goulaine Marsh is a veritable haven of greenery.
This nature reserve, in the heart of the vineyards, is home to an exceptionally rich fauna: more than 150 species of birds and a multitude of butterflies have made their home here.
A loop that will allow you to discover the changing landscapes of the marsh, between meadows, canals, and market gardens.
🥾 Distance: 8 km
⏱ Duration: 2 hours 20 minutes
Heading towards Vertou, south of Nantes!
The Chaussée des Moines, built nearly a thousand years ago, once connected the two banks of the Sèvre Nantaise to facilitate navigation.
Today, this historic site is a popular place for walkers.
The trail runs along the river and crosses old towpaths lined with golden-leaved trees. A peaceful and enchanting setting for an autumnal family outing.
🥾 Distance: 12 km
⏱ Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
About forty minutes from Nantes, the village of Oudon reveals its medieval charm.
Following the trail, you'll follow the banks of the Loire before reaching the Folies Siffait, incredible hanging gardens carved into the rock.
A short but spectacular walk...
🥾 Distance: 6 km
⏱ Duration: 2 hours
Nicknamed "the most beautiful river in France" by François I, the Erdre offers an ideal setting for an autumn stroll.
From the Chantrerie Park to Carquefou, take the route that winds between century-old trees, small ports, and shimmering ponds.
A perfect place to breathe, admire the colors of the foliage, and escape without leaving the city. 🥾 Distance: 8.5 km
⏱ Duration: 2.5 hours
For an outing combining history and landscapes, head to Tiffauges Castle, built in the 12th century.
This trail runs along the banks of the Sèvre Nantaise River and offers superb views of the medieval fortress.
Between historic stones and shimmering forests, the walk offers a clever blend of culture and nature.
🥾 Distance: 8 km
⏱ Duration: 2.5 hours
From the Hotel Le Beaujoire, located near the Parc des Expositions and the Nantes stadium, set off to discover these inspiring landscapes!
Book a hotel in Nantes to discover the surrounding fall walks!
The Goulaine Marsh
Just 30 minutes from the center of Nantes, the Goulaine Marsh is a veritable haven of greenery.
This nature reserve, in the heart of the vineyards, is home to an exceptionally rich fauna: more than 150 species of birds and a multitude of butterflies have made their home here.
A loop that will allow you to discover the changing landscapes of the marsh, between meadows, canals, and market gardens.
🥾 Distance: 8 km
⏱ Duration: 2 hours 20 minutes
Vertou and the Chaussée des Moines
Heading towards Vertou, south of Nantes!
The Chaussée des Moines, built nearly a thousand years ago, once connected the two banks of the Sèvre Nantaise to facilitate navigation.
Today, this historic site is a popular place for walkers.
The trail runs along the river and crosses old towpaths lined with golden-leaved trees. A peaceful and enchanting setting for an autumnal family outing.
🥾 Distance: 12 km
⏱ Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
From Oudon to the Folies Siffait
About forty minutes from Nantes, the village of Oudon reveals its medieval charm.
Following the trail, you'll follow the banks of the Loire before reaching the Folies Siffait, incredible hanging gardens carved into the rock.
A short but spectacular walk...
🥾 Distance: 6 km
⏱ Duration: 2 hours
The banks of the Erdre
Nicknamed "the most beautiful river in France" by François I, the Erdre offers an ideal setting for an autumn stroll.
From the Chantrerie Park to Carquefou, take the route that winds between century-old trees, small ports, and shimmering ponds.
A perfect place to breathe, admire the colors of the foliage, and escape without leaving the city. 🥾 Distance: 8.5 km
⏱ Duration: 2.5 hours
Tiffauges Castle
For an outing combining history and landscapes, head to Tiffauges Castle, built in the 12th century.
This trail runs along the banks of the Sèvre Nantaise River and offers superb views of the medieval fortress.
Between historic stones and shimmering forests, the walk offers a clever blend of culture and nature.
🥾 Distance: 8 km
⏱ Duration: 2.5 hours
From the Hotel Le Beaujoire, located near the Parc des Expositions and the Nantes stadium, set off to discover these inspiring landscapes!
