Loire-Atlantique

The "little queen" is probably the best way to discover the region. As tourism professionals have understood, this is why they have put in place the first European Rail ride opened in France! On 600 km (800 km with its loops and antennae), you go along the one called the "last free river in Europe". Vineyards, castles go through the gentle pace of your bicycle roaming. Around Ancenis, along the wild Loire, you will discover a hilly landscape to the charming villages, surmounted by vineyards. Enjoy a stopover in the park of Ancenis castle or discover the best wines from vineyards at the Maison des Vins. At the gates of Nantes, which you can discover along the green line set on the ground, you will discover the Estuary and its fishing villages subject to the influence of the tides of the Atlantic before joining the ocean in Saint-Brevin-les-Pins. Take time to stop to discover the wonders of the preserved environment and its villages with hidden and unusual treasures. Architecture, nature and gastronomy of the Loire Valley will delight you.

Excluded from the customs trail that is reserved for pedestrians, small queen lovers benefit from a secure track accessible to all. The Départemental departmental itinerary offers everything to satisfy their thirst for space in peace and quiet. It allows a peaceful discovery, at the rate of each, of the Loire-Atlantique coastline, from Guérande to the north to Bourgneuf-en-Retz in the south. A new segment links Préfailles to the main route. Originally from Pointe Saint-Gildas, he borrows the mer from the sea and passes through the protected natural spaces located south of Port aux Goths. Along 7,5 km, it allows everyone, regardless of their bike (city, mountain bike or VTC), to discover the natural and heritage riches of Préfailles.