Town of art and history, listed amongst the 100 most beautiful destinations to visit in France, the capital of white gold and a medieval city brimming with character, Guérande never ceases to surprise. So don’t miss stopping off during your camping stay in the Loire-Atlantique, there is nowhere quite like Guérande for awakening all your senses!
To the north of the Loire-Atlantique, Guérande proudly reveals two very different facets, one set securely within its ramparts, the other chequered with salt pans. Guérande is the town everyone adores, from kids to dreamers, gourmets and lovers... In other words, this is one holiday destination certain to charm all our campers!
From Guérande, it takes only a few minutes to reach your camping pitch or holiday rental. Our campsite in the Loire-Atlantique is ideally situated to encourage you to discover not only all its treasures, but also those of the Brittany towns on the shores of the nearby Gulf of Morbihan. And when you dream of a long lazy moment simply head for the heated swimming pools of the water park, the spa and its relaxing treatments or the beach near the campsite. There's nothing better for unwinding in total tranquillity and the company of your favourite campers!
Gather the troops, it’s time to attack Guérande and its majestic ramparts! From your Sandaya campsite in the Loire-Atlantique, journey back in time with the family as you explore the historical centre of Guérande, unchanged since the time of knights in armour.
Once you’ve passed through the town’s most impressive gateway, the Porte de Saint-Michel, you’ll immediately find yourself back in the Middle Ages and a labyrinth of narrow cobbled streets, perfect to explore on foot or by bike. En-route, keep an eye out for the picturesque dormer windows, bastions and half-timbered houses that add their special magic to the voyage. But what the children will love best are all those delicious addresses in Guérande with their crêpes, kouign amanns and of course, their salted butter caramels!
After an unmissable stroll arm-in-arm through the medieval town centre, discover the other wealth of Guérande: its famous salt marshes covering nearly 2,000 hectares opposite the port of Le Croisic!
Visiting on your own or with a guide, set out to explore the remarkable and ever-changing scenery that varies according to the time of day and the light. You’d like to discover the thousand year-old secrets that surround the harvesting of white gold? Head for the Maison des Paludiers, an eco-museum waiting to teach you all you want to know about the famous Guérande salt!
“Galettes” and seafood or “niniche” lollipops... Stock up on all your sweet and savoury delicacies from the stalls of the famous Guérande market!
Love a good bike ride? Follow the Vélocéan cycle track that will take you from Guérande to La Baule in only an hour!
In the heart of the medieval town, admire the famous Saint-Aubin collegiate church, a listed historical monument. It’s free to visit!
As night falls, discover Guérande by Light as the town switches on the fairy-tale illuminations that change in line with its seasonal events!
