Sports and leisure activities Pays De La Loire

François I named the Erdre "more beautiful river of France". So it's 8 km along the banks that you will not miss it. On foot, by bike or why not by horse, the canal Nantes in Brest opens its walk from Cramezeul. The pleasures are varied on the water side: No Héric Lock, wooded paths… You won't see time passing!

Tariff: free.

Distance: 8 km.

Difficulty: .

Do not rely on the descent of the first metres: This mountain bike from the village of Averton is not really so easy… Your calves will remember some of the stages of the journey! But don't be discouraged. Got mountain climbing, you head gently towards the Pearl pond via the hamlet of La Barberie. Once there, enjoy the surrounding calm to give you a short break; you have deserved it! But the walk is not yet complete - you only have to tell half. Go back to the saddle and head to the Coudray farm, then cross the D 119 to reach the Maison Neuve. A last detour by the Old Averton, and you will finally join your starting point, guided by the bell's tip!

Tariff: free.

Duration: 2 h.

Difficulty: average.

Welcome to the charming tourist resort of Fromentine! At the beginning of the train station, this family-run promenade combines nature and culture. All along the trail, panels trace the history of the commune. The journey, which is shaded, is moving first in the centre of the village, and is moving away from the coastline, offering you the passage of beautiful perspectives on the bay of Bourgneuf. At low tide you can even see the passage from Gois, which links the continent to the island of Noirmoutier.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 3,6 km.

Difficulty: .

Piriac-sur-Mer invites you to wander through its flowery alleys and history, but also its small beaches. A walk that will enchant the whole family, when the dives will brighten them up at the time of the journey. Enjoy, discover, enrich your knowledge… You can even make the choice to conduct the investigation by ordering quickly or by downloading your travel slip (www.randoland.fr)! An educational choice that will delight both small and children.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 1,5 km.

Difficulty: .

As in an array, vagabondez through young aged of the Gâvre forest, on the steps of painter Charles Perron. A former resident of the region, he has often borrowed this circuit in search of inspiration. This 7 km forest walk gives you an appointment with the history of the Magdelaine chapel, which bears the name of the village. Once your general culture is enriched, continue your walk by joining the crystal clear waters of Perche.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 7 km.

Difficulty: .

Markup: yellow.

To retain: avoid hunting periods to carry out this circuit.

Located in a small village of the Marais Poitevin, between Maillezais and Damvix, the Embarcadère de l'Autize, offers boat rental, with or without a guide, whether you are alone, in family or in group. We advise you to take advantage of the guided tours in order to learn all about the secrets of the Marais Poitevin and of this territory more precisely. Admire this unique landscape, typical of the area, which has remained in its wild state. The other plus of this pier, it proposes a small restoration on the spot. So, don't miss the opportunity to have lunch on the waterfront, in this beautiful environment.

Is Tarzan your role model? Climbing trees, a second nature? Go to the adventure site accrobranche, 5 minutes from Nantes. Within a wooded park of 2 hectares, supervised by Frédéric and Jean-François, two qualified instructors, different courses will delight young and old. On arrival, you will be given a set of equipment and briefed on how to use it and how to get around the course. Also noteworthy: an 18-hole mini-golf course, disc golf, an orienteering course and laser tag.

La Passerelle is a space dedicated to dance classes, but it is also a place oriented towards well-being and culture. If you are interested in dance, you will be seduced by the diversity of the proposed offer since if you can find classical dance or modern jazz, it is also possible to practice couple dance, salsa or Tahitian dance! Needless to say, all the teachers are qualified in their discipline. For wellness lovers, la Passerelle offers Qi Gong, yoga (Savita, Hatha, Kundalini, Aishwara), Pilates and Feldenkrais classes. Good to know, la Passerelle offers its three studios for rent.

To celebrate the day of the day, the hiking federation of the Vendée has created a varied programme of hiking and itineraries on Nordic walking. Some walks will be grouped, guided and secure; the easiest will be 5 km. This is a good way to discover the beautiful vendéenne region.

Tariff: free of charge for the Licenciés de la Fédération de Randonnée de Vendée, € 2 for others, free for people under 16.

Distance: 5 km.

Departure: Meet on Sunday 9 October at 10 pm and 14 pm in the Salle Omnisports de Beaulieu-sous-la-Roche, route de Venansault.

The Comité départemental de la hike du Maine-et-Loire organizes a Tour Challenge for experienced walkers, and a tour Challenge Discovery (8 to 12 km) for beginners and families (children are welcome!). With a team of 2 to 4 people, walkers must respond to mcq along their route by observing the fauna and flora but also the heritage of the region. It is a fun, sporty and cultural challenge. A good way to walk without bothering one second!

Distance: from 8 km.

Level: .

Tariff: € 4 for licensees FFRandonnée, € 6 for others, free for people under 16.

Registration on the site of the departmental hiking committee. Form to be returned before October 14, 2016.

Departure: October 23, sports room of May-sur-Evre. Welcome between 8 am and 10 pm.

And if you took the height to observe the region? On board a helicopter you will certainly take the view. Héliberté is specialized in Air Tourism. Approved for the public transport of passengers, it covers the entire West and has 13 bases, one on the Côte d'Amour (in Pornichet). Its fleet consists mainly of Airbus helicopters. At the map, flights of 20 min, 35 min, 45 min and 1 hour above the guérandaise peninsula, the Loire Estuary, the Gulf of Morbihan and even the possibility of an initiation flight. It is also possible to carry out a tailor-made circuit. Héliberté also offers its services during events, weddings and links in business tourism. So ready to meet the challenge or to realize a child dream? Imminent take-off.

Here, different activities on pony or horseback. On a 25-hectare site, with a covered arena, outdoor arena, competition ground and a spring garden, this equestrian farm, which has been awarded the label, offers quality infrastructures and teaching. They can also welcome people with reduced mobility, providing them with adapted equipment. In addition to lessons for all levels, the pony club (and baby pony), trekking, La Tuilerie also offers horse boarding.

This is the perfect place for hiking fans in the region. This is the right way to immerse yourself after a long and rainy winter.

Go to the sneakers and get there! On arrival, a hot meal with omelet will be served to all participants.

Tariff: 5,50 €

Distance: 8 km.

Departure: at 8 p. m. at the Holiday Committee.

Difficulty: .

Notice to gourmets and to those with a desire for creativity! Capkao Nantes innovates with its pastry and chocolate workshops and classes. Under the leadership of Anthony Bourdillat, the chocolate maker, and his sidekick Nicolas Riveau, the talented pastry chef from Nantes, you can now book classes around different themes. Open to companies as well as individuals, in a small group of 3 to 8 people, you can comfortably sit down in the new Capkao workshop on rue Ruffren (same address as the chocolate factory). Count on 2h30 of classes and moments of conviviality. You will learn how to make Marguerite hearts, how to make upside down choux or other sweet treats, such as strawberries, all surrounded by passionate professionals who love sharing! And of course you will leave with your own creation! Good gifts to offer for all the gourmands.

Julien offers kitesurfing lessons on 3 spots : Le Gois, Barbâtre, Fromentine. From discovery to improvement, in private or group lessons, with courses which, for the group lessons, take place over 4 hours, you are 4 maximum per course. On the program: discovery of the environment, safety rules, piloting the kite in shallow water, relaunching the kite, towed swimming, introduction to the weather, control of safety systems... Duration of private lessons : 2h30.

Kayak rental for 1 hour or more, on the river, the Jaunay, which leads to a lake. There are two bases for the practice of these leisure activities: the river and the lake. With friends, family (from 7 years old), at a bachelorette party, let yourself be guided along the water and enjoy the landscape, while doing an activity within everyone's reach. On the Lac du Jaunay, rent pedal boats with original shapes, or a kayak (1 or 2 places) and paddle for 1 person; and if you're a bunch of friends, there's also the XXL paddle!

The Chamber of Trades and Crafts is a key player in the Department and the Region in terms of training and support for the food industry. Previously reserved for professionals in training, the two CIFAM sites (Nantes and Saint-Nazaire) are opening their doors to the general public and to companies through the Cité du goût et des saveurs. The idea is to let all interested parties, whether professionals or individuals, discover the secrets and know-how of the great chefs of the Western region. To name but a few, Nicolas Guiet (U.NI, Nantes), Sébastien Thébaud (Villa Belle Rive, Sainte-Luce), Loïc Pérou (le Manoir de la Régate) and Franck Deperiers, Meilleur Ouvrier de France and his Petite Boulangerie (Nantes) have already been involved as trainers... The themes are as poetic as they are diverse: let's rediscover offal in all its originality, macaroons from the smallest to the largest, amuse-bouches with Georgian flavours, the creative vegetable burger, aperitif bites for your parties... Different formulas are possible: personalized group workshops, ideal for customer gifts or to reinforce the cohesion of the collaborators, the "culinary workshop" gift voucher, and of course the individual registration.

Table tennis, for many of us, is a table at the bottom of the garden or in the garage for games with family or among friends. A moment of conviviality that brings together young and less young and less young. But we need to know, table tennis, it is also a federation in Loire-Atlantique, which brings together nearly 7 000 licensees: chicks, benjamins, minor, cadets, junior, senior and even veterans. Little ones are not forgotten with baby ping! Competitions and tournaments are organised regularly at local, regional or national level. Don't hesitate to call Fédé'for more information.

Resulting from the merger between La Quinte Nantaise and A.S.B.R. escrime, ERMN Nantes-La Quinte offers fencing to the greatest number of people, of all ages and all levels. In this club in the Doulon district, saber fencing is practiced (the only club in the department to offer saber fencing as a leisure activity, in competition and for seniors). From the age of six, children and adults can learn the fundamentals of the famous quinte, dodge, attack and score. The level of expertise of the teachers allows everyone to develop their skills in the chosen level of practice in a very friendly atmosphere. Before any practice, you will need to do some muscle strengthening (and some push-ups). The perfect fencer's outfit includes a cuirass, an under cuirass, an iron glove, pants, a jacket and the inevitable iron mask. Here, the outfit is rented for the year and the membership to the Federation is mandatory. The club is also home to 2 French champions (including the young Stella Reichen), one of the best teams in France and international athletes. On guard!

Open all year round, the Gliss Évolution water sports base offers activities in the bay of La Baule-Pornichet, starting from the Pornichet marina: jet skiing (without a licence), for hire or for touring, kitesurfing, from discovery to advanced training, to learn to glide on the water, stand-up paddle, water skiing or wakeboarding. And new activities that are a hit: flyboarding, to fly over the water propelled by a water jet; and flyfish, a flying buoy towed by a boat: thrills guaranteed.

The Centre Chorégraphique National de Nantes (CCNN) invites children, teenagers and adults all year round to experience dance in all its forms: invitations to residency outings or working sessions(Les curieux jeudis), dance in the city, participatory forms, festivals(Trajectoires, Primavera), thematic and studious days or workshops(À pieds joints, Les Explorations dansées, Entrainement du lundi...). There's something for all ages and tastes!

You live in the center of Nantes and don't know how to entertain your kids? Sophie and Quentin have opened a great place for toddlers. A playful place where you can keep them busy (for 0-10 year olds). On the program: plastic arts, theater, parent-child yoga, learning English, art, music... For the youngest, there's a baby-signing workshop, relaxation, massages, body expression... For a birthday party, book one of the workshop rooms or the indoor play area (100 m²), on Saturday or Sunday afternoons. For imitation, early-learning, motor, construction and interactive games... With Nidoludo, we can't wait for Wednesday, the day the activity program is released!

D'Sport & Co, it's squash of course, but it's much more! It's also a 150^m2 indoor beach court on sand designed to welcome players of beach volleyball, beach soccer (a variant of soccer on sand), ultimate (a collective sport played with a disc), sandball, beach rugby, beach tennis or beachminton. All sports with a good taste of sun! For the practice of squash, Gaëlle and Cyril offer us in addition 4 courts last generation. Showers for all after the effort and comfort with the bar and pastry house of madam... The place is open to all: from 4 years old for children who can celebrate their birthday here and enjoy the D'Sport Lanta course or Treasure Hunt and other sports games. Adults have a gym to relax and discover this discipline and can also take lessons on option. In addition to a small restaurant À la Volée, you can enjoy the multipurpose room: it is also the place to reserve to organize events and seminars. Other activities (Pilates, Zumba) are also offered. A warm, open and family place in Nantes Est Entreprises!

Both playful and artistic, the mini-golf course "Petits Voyages extraordinaires" is one of the permanent works of the Voyage à Nantes designed by the Nantes artist Jean Bonichon. And it is another Nantes native, known worldwide, who is honored on the course: Jules Verne. Throughout the 15 tracks, players are invited to explore seven of the novels of this illustrious writer: Around the World in 80 Days, Five Weeks in a Balloon, The Invasion of the Sea, A Fantasy of Doctor Ox, From the Earth to the Moon, Journey to the Center of the Earth, Captain Grant's Children. Like the novelist's heroes, the players become globetrotters and push the little white ball through deserts, oceans, lunar soil... Along the way, they observe a gondola with its head upside down, strange candelabras, a giant champagne cork, road signs with exotic names... A real change of scenery! This miniature golf course is part of the Voyage à Nantes program. It is located at Nantes Camping, the 5-star campsite in the Petit-Port district, in a green setting. See you at the reception of the campsite!

Have you always wanted to go canyoning, but didn't feel like going too far? Good news for Nantais and other lucky residents or visitors to the Loire-Atlantique region! Qualified instructors from EL Cap climbing gym in Saint-Herblain have launched a new sea canyoning activity for summer 2023! It's all about climbing, walking, jumping into the ocean, diving and zip-lining from one rock to the next, all in complete safety! Accessible to people aged 12 and over, provided they're in good physical condition, but open to beginners, this is your chance to enjoy this superb outdoor activity. Departures are from Batz-sur-Mer in the Baie du Carbonet. The instructors are from the El Cap climbing gym in Saint Herblain, which celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2024! Let's go to the wild coast, and experience the thrills of climbing and canyoning at the same time!

A concept that is, to say the least, incongruous: to install a nomadic game bar in a real English bus! Anaïs and Clément started the tour of the Bus Dé'tourné in July 2021, an old bus from across the Channel that they have renovated and that travels from the Nantes region. On board, no less than 150 board games are available: a great way to spend a fun evening with friends, family and colleagues! You can accompany your drink with a sandwich, an appetizer, a dessert, all made 100% home-made with local seasonal products. Le Pellerin, Bouguenais, Rezé, La Montagne, Couëron: you can watch out for its stops during the week and go and enjoy the Bus!

Beaupréau kayaking base welcomes you on the Loisirs Loisirs, road from the Fief Sauvin to Beaupréau to discover Evre in canoe or kayak. This year, the club invested in new kayaks, including 4-seat kayaks, to be discovered during your next rentals.

This site is composed of a lake and a rural camping, with a bar-restaurant. Families can rent pedal boats for a family outing on the lake, and teenagers can try their hand at paddle boarding. And for fishing enthusiasts, the waters are full of fish, so you can indulge in this hobby-passion. The campsite has 16 bare pitches to pitch your tent, caravan or camper, as well as 10 chalets and 4 luxury safari tents.

Les Griffins invites you to the 5 th edition of Saint-Aubin-Black. On this occasion you will discover the trails of the slopes of the Layon, at the departure of Domaine Michel Blouin, winemaker at Saint-Aubin-de-Luigné and partner of the Griffins. Friendly atmosphere guaranteed!

Distance: 8,5 km.

Departure: from to for all walkers at Domaine de Michel Blouin.

Tariff: between 4 and 8 €.

Difficulty: .

Here you can discover the Breton marshland in a different way and in direct contact with this unique natural space: by canoe or stand-up paddle. Around the Porteau lock, a classified site, choose your activity and go for a free hike in the marsh. Equipped with a road book, you will discover the fauna and flora of the marsh in a new way. In 3 and 4-seater canoes for families, in single or two-seater kayaks, or for the more sporty, in paddle, you will glide quietly between the reeds and enjoy the panorama.

Moored on the Aiguillon-sur-Mer lake, Atlantic Wakepark offers you the chance to try a water activity that is all the rage: water games, floating inflatable games on the water, in the form of a fighter's course. Trampolines, climbing walls, rope, unstable logs mounted on a rotating axis, ejection air-bags. Leisure activities to be enjoyed with friends or family, accessible to children from 7 years old who can swim. Compulsory life jacket provided, and lifeguard. The course can accommodate more than 50 people at the same time.

Discover stand-up paddle sliding. Come and have fun at the water park with its various inflatable games. On the program: trampolines, unstable logs, jumping cushion, slide, swing, monkey bridge... In short, a paradise for young and old alike. Inflatable games are available for children from 7 years old who can swim. A mandatory life jacket will be provided, and a lifeguard will animate and supervise everyone on the splash game. The course can accommodate more than 50 people at the same time, so there is no need to book.

Yoann Becker founded his kitesurfing school in the town where he grew up. This sailing enthusiast, who has dabbled in all types of craft (catamaran, surfing, windsurfing, stand-up paddle, cruising), and who has also worked in many kitesurfing schools outside France, will give you the best possible introduction to kitesurfing or wingfoil, whether you're looking for a discovery, initiation or improvement course, private lessons or autonomy for those who are more experienced in these leisure activities.

This planetarium offers classic or 3D sessions according to specific themes. Among them, we find the observation of the sky, the presentation of constellations, a visit to the solar system, the study of a comet, etc. Content reserved for certain age categories: 3-5 years, 5-10 years, teenagers. During school holidays, educational workshops are also on the programme, intelligently complementing the sessions with, in particular, fun experiments and manipulations to be carried out for children aged 7 to 12. Details of the programs are available for download from the planetarium's website. A fun way to discover astronomy.

If you want to learn water sports, the Ocean Players Sailing School is on the beach of Le Bouil. Qualified instructors will teach you the rudiments of sailing through introductory or advanced courses, on different supports: windsurfing, catamaran for children and adults, and private foiling lessons. For those who are experienced in these exercises, we also offer equipment rental: catamaran, windsurfing, but also kayak and paddle. And also yoga classes. The equipment is of high quality and is changed every 3 years.

With your family or in groups of friends, come and have fun in the 4 indoor leisure areas of Playbox: 3,000^m2 of sports and leisure activities for all. On the programme: climbing with the Vertical Rock for all levels, a beach soccer, beach volleyball and sandball area (a derivative of handball on sand), at the back a badminton and squash court, and finally a section reserved for children and families, with trampolines, slides and climbing. Children can come and celebrate their birthday. A large bar area with a small restaurant.

Come aboard the Embrun with Frédéric Cantin, former fisherman and fishing guide on the Ile d'Yeu, and head for the Rochebonne plateau, a mythical fishing spot. Fishing trips all year round (weather permitting). He will take you to his favourite fishing spots and give you advice on how not to come back empty-handed and bring your catch home! Several trips: 4 and 5 hours for bass and pollock fishing; 6 hours for tuna fishing, 8 hours trip. Two fishing methods: with natural bait to fish for sea bream, mullet; with lures, for sea bass, pollock...

This 9-hole course is a 2600 m long par 36: three par 3s, three par 4s and three par 5s, with water hazards, bunkers and landscaped trees. Located on the bank of the Lay, between the river and the ocean, near the port, the forest and the beaches, this golf course offers a pitch and put, a 6-hole training course for discovery or improvement. There is also a driving range with 16 posts, 8 of which are covered, and a putting green. Other services: bar with terrace, restaurant, club-house, pro-shop, equipment and golfettes rental, organization of receptions

From the port of La Faute-sur-Mer, the Kitesurf Vendée school offers to discover Kitesurfing and Wingfoil, to beginners as well as to experienced kitesurfers, all this in an exceptional natural setting, since the practice of these water sports is done on the site of the Pointe d'Arçay, which is located in the south of the peninsula of La Faute-sur-Mer giving in front of the island of Ré. The practice can be taught all year long. The lessons are given by a qualified instructor with a maximum of 4 people per lesson, and the learning is done in shallow water.

Laval's modern music school offers music lessons in a variety of instruments. The school also organizes events such as end-of-year galas and musicals. The school also has a YouTube channel where you can find videos of musical performances.

At Challenge Arena, you'll find yourself propelled onto a TV set, diving into a submarine or setting off on an adventure in a survival game simulation. This establishment brings together several activities to be enjoyed with friends, family or colleagues, for even more fun! Quizboxing offers an immersive quiz session, as if you were on a TV set. Into The Abyss invites you to take command of a submarine, where cooperation is essential to successfully complete the mission. As for Koh Nanta, a reference to a well-known TV game show, two tribes face off in physical, skill and tasting tests. Prior booking required.

Amateur or experienced fishermen, the Hubeau Mill will be for you a corner of paradise. Without a fishing licence, rent a space among the dozen ponds on the site and enjoy a trout release on order, or simply enjoy the beauty of the place by having a picnic... Barbecue available ! Different formulas are proposed (for children too), rentals are spread over half a day, a day, and even the weekend! It is also possible to pay only for the fish caught. Think of booking if you want to discover this popular place during the holidays.

Montsoreau and its castle take on another dimension when viewed from the Loire. So why not let yourself slide down the river on board the two barges built by the owners, the Amarante (75 seats) or the Belle Adèle (26 seats)? For the gourmets, a cruise with catering is possible, on reservation. You can taste a local cuisine, according to the chef's inspirations, of quality. A trip you won't soon forget!

In the heart of the Brem-sur-Mer marshes, Octosup proposes to travel through the marsh in stand-up paddle and Hawaiian canoe. Departures are from La Cabane, a great outdoor bar overlooking an arm of the marsh. The place is magical enough to discover the marsh at the rhythm of the paddle. It is quiet and calm, and can be practiced with friends or family with children, from 7 years old. There is little parking on this popular site, so plan to reserve it carefully and park in the small roads around the base.

The Maison de la Poésie de Nantes offers public readings and meetings with poets. It also publishes, with the help of the National Book Centre, an annual journal entitled Maritime Station (book + CD) which includes the authors'poems in the year - available on site or at the Western Wind library. The House also has a wealth of resources on poetry for both individuals and professionals: more than 7 000 books, complete files on authors, info on writing workshops, contests and prize for poetry, useful addresses.

Located ten minutes from downtown Nantes and the SNCF train station, the CREPS des Pays de la Loire is set in a green setting. It is home to 79 top-level young athletes in 3 "Pôles France", 7 "Pôles Espoirs" and 6 clubs. It also organizes 18 vocational training courses in the sports and entertainment professions: 3 DE JEPS (Diplômes d'Etat de la Jeunesse, de l'Éducation populaire et du Sport), including 1 in social entertainment, and 15 BP JEPS (Brevet Professionnel de la Jeunesse, de l'Éducation populaire et du Sport), including 1 in social entertainment. Everything is done to make your stay as pleasant as possible: a dynamic and welcoming team, a catering and accommodation service that adapts to your needs, relaxation areas and buildings located in a quiet setting in the Doulon district. The CREPS (Centre de ressources, d'expertise et de performance sportive) des Pays de la Loire is a national public establishment. It is part of the French Ministry of Health and Sports.

The department has many members, proof that this sport is becoming more and more like. Especially among young people, and also in some more sensitive neighbourhoods or the dynamism of the staff in charge, they play an essential role: that of welcoming small ones, integrating them, bringing them together around this sport. It is a sport where the friendliness and clubs of the region will be able to perpetuate traditions. In the programme: individual championship and by team, grand prize for young people of the Pays de la Loire and also grand prize for veterans of the Pays de la Loire…

Come and discover the world of Brazilian percussion, accessible to all! Around a common musical practice, the workshops allow for meetings of people from very diverse backgrounds, which made the success of Rio Samba schools, or, in Recife, the city with which the association has very privileged links. You probably noticed the Macaiba percussion Group at the Music Festival!

Strolling along the Pont Anne se Bretagne, next to the courthouse on the Ile de Nantes? Don't miss this café-boutique, opening in April 2023. Ronan, a former interior designer, and Elisa have launched this boutique, bookshop and café, surfing on relaxation. On the drinks side, you can rehydrate with kombucha, iced infusions or juices from the coteaux nantais, an organic producer. Sports include surfing (boards on sale), skateboarding, yoga and bodyboarding. Yoga sessions are held on Wednesday and Saturday mornings, sometimes on the grass in front of the Loire. But you can also enjoy a meditation session or take a shopping trip: bags, sun creams, handcrafted and scented creations, the boutique is a real place of relaxation and pleasure.

This surfing school, whose first address was created in La Tranche-sur-Mer, settles from Easter to All Saints' Day on the Vieilles beach. Passionate about surfing, the teacher will share the techniques and values of this sport with all those who wish to learn or improve their skills. The lessons are open from 6 years old, with an awareness of the marine environment before the discovery of the waves, their functioning and the learning of techniques in alternation. Your children are in good hands! Equipment rental and repair.