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Camping near Pornichet on the Atlantic coast<\/span><\/h1>

If you’re looking for a quiet, relaxing seaside resort, Pornichet is the destination for you. Recharge your batteries with a coastal stroll, a swim or a sunbath on its three fine sandy beaches. Discover Pornichet’s marine heritage through its many water sports activities. <\/p>

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What’s more, you can also relax with a Thalasso, watch a horse race at the Pornichet racecourse or the slot machines at the Pornichet casino. The wooded, seaside setting is ideal for hiking and cycling, making for a truly natural vacation. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Pornichet as a vacation destination<\/h2>

Pornichet is first and foremost a town open to the Atlantic Ocean. Three Blue Flag beaches<\/strong> offer a host of seaside pleasures. These include the famous Plage des Libraires, 2 km long and an extension of the Plage de La Baule, and the large Plage de la Bonne Source. <\/p>

Sainte-Marguerite beach embodies Pornichet’s Belle \u00c9poque atmosphere<\/strong>, with its elegant villas. It’s also a superb natural site, overlooking an offshore bird sanctuary. Before or after swimming, don’t hesitate to take the coastal path<\/a> to admire a unique view of the sea and discover charming little coves.<\/p>

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Pornichet is a dynamic resort offering a wide range of activities. Sea outings are available from the marina. Water sports are also very popular: paddle, bodyboard, skimboard, kayak, sailing… The town also boasts a casino and a thalassotherapy center. Last but not least, don’t miss the market, one of the most famous in the area, where you can sample local specialities in a warm and friendly atmosphere. <\/p>

It takes half an hour to reach Pornichet from the Vieux Ch\u00e2teau campsite<\/strong>: just cross the Saint-Nazaire bridge to cover the 32 km to the town.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

What to do in the Loire-Atlantique region around Pornichet?<\/h2>

Take the opportunity to explore the surrounding area<\/a>, as Pornichet is located in the superb bay of La Baule. The town is surrounded by the Gu\u00e9rande marshes and the Bri\u00e8re nature park, close to the charming little port of Le Croisic and Piriac-sur-Mer. <\/p>

Just before crossing the Saint-Nazaire bridge<\/a>, you can also stop off at Saint-Br\u00e9vin-les-Pins<\/a>, another well-known seaside resort. Between immense beaches and stretches of maritime pines, you’ll find superb panoramas and numerous maritime and cultural activities. <\/p>

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There’s no shortage of tourist attractions to the south of our campsite either, including Pornic. You’ll be seduced by its old port and its emblematic castle, in a town that combines authenticity and dynamism. <\/p>

This is followed by the Pays de Retz<\/strong>, with its emblematic fisheries. La Bernerie-en-Retz<\/a> welcomes visitors in a lively, friendly atmosphere, with beautiful markets (night markets in summer), concerts and seasonal events. It also boasts an unusual beach, with a natural pool that can be discovered at low tide. <\/p>

Now merged, Villeneuve en Retz and Bourgneuf-en-Retz<\/a> have retained their own identities. They are ideal stopping-off points for birdwatching, visits to salt marshes and discovering the region’s history. The Maison du Pays de Retz is a must-see museum for understanding local traditions. <\/p>

Last but not least, don’t forget to visit Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef, our campsite’s commune! Here too, the coastal path offers a window onto magnificent panoramas. Bike rides, beach outings, paragliding lessons… there’s no shortage of activities! <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Where to stay camping near Pornichet?<\/span><\/h2>

Close to the famous fishing huts on stilts at Tharon Plage, in Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef, set down your bags at the Vieux Ch\u00e2teau campsite. Just a few minutes from the Atlantic Ocean, our 3-star establishment<\/g> is the perfect base for discovering the region. In addition to our central location and the many activities on offer, you’ll enjoy a friendly atmosphere in which to recharge your batteries. <\/p>

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We offer shady pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes<\/strong>, as well as fully-equipped mobile homes<\/strong> for up to eight people. And as well as the surrounding beaches, you’ll love the large heated swimming pool at our campsite near Pornichet<\/strong>, where you can swim at any time! <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"menu_order":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"lieu":[14],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.camping-duvieuxchateau.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/alentours\/19814"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.camping-duvieuxchateau.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/alentours"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.camping-duvieuxchateau.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/alentours"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.camping-duvieuxchateau.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/alentours\/19814\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":28600,"href":"https:\/\/www.camping-duvieuxchateau.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/alentours\/19814\/revisions\/28600"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.camping-duvieuxchateau.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19814"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"lieu","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.camping-duvieuxchateau.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/lieu?post=19814"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}