Nantes is a lively and creative city in western France, located along the Loire River. Former capital of the Duchy of Brittany, it combines a rich historical heritage with contemporary culture, innovative art, and a vibrant food scene. The city is easy to navigate, with an efficient public transport network that makes getting around convenient for visitors. Several socials activities have been selected for you:

1. Free time or Self-guided tour: Walk the green line [0 €/pers]

Following the green line painted on the city roads and pavements takes you on a free tour through this rich and varied history, past monuments and all the city highlights.

Maps of the circuit will be available (PDF here), and more information can be found here ).

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1 bis. Green line tour to the Little Atlantic Brewery (group ≤20 people) [0 €/pers]

Accompanied tour through some of the newest and more unconventional parts of Nantes. Starting from the of the Hall 6, through the world of Jules Verne, via Nantes famous mechanical elephant, the quirky undersea carousel, along the newly developed waterfront with its artwork, bars, theatres and clubs, before taking a boat taxi to the Little Atlantique Brewery, Nantes newest microbrewery, for a well-earned drink. This is an imposing 3,000 m² building dating back to 1856, birthplace of the majestic three-masted ship Belem. You can either stop here, or for the adventurous, we'll continue on to the "Jardin extraordinaire", Nantes latest outdoor experience like a step into Jurassic Park. From here there is easy access to the Jules Verne museum, the planetarium, or a tram back into the city center.

Meet in front of the main entrance to Hall 6 and departure at 2 p.m.

2. Guided tour in the vineyards [30 €/pers]

Departure by bus on the Muscadet route in the early afternoon to Château-Thébaud and to gain some height above the Maine river (see below). The Porte-vue by architect Emmanuel Ritz unfolds its 30-meter walkway, twenty of which are above the void, offering a panoramic view of the Pont Caffino leisure site and the vineyards. Finally, immerse yourself in one of the 11 “caves d'excellence”. Discover the history of the estate, the winemaking process in the cellar, and the variety of production during a tasting.

Meet at the bus near the main entrance to Hall 6. Departure at 1:30 p.m. and return at 5:30 p.m.

3. Pass Nantes [18 € for Students (PhD students, Pdoc with a student card) and 29 € for Non-students]

 The Pass Nantes is designed for individual visitors and offers access to:

• many of the city’s main attractions and museums: Château des ducs de Bretagne, Galerie des Machines de l'île and Carrousel des Mondes Marins, Arts museum, etc.
• visits and tours: Le Voyage à Nantes guided tours, little train, audio guide tours,
• Erdre and Loire river cruises,
• public transports (bus, tramway, navibus),
• and more at Pass Nantes 24 HRS

Access to specific activities or time slots cannot be guaranteed and depends on availability at the time of visit. In May/June, the Pass Nantes will be sent to you by email so that you can make arrangements for activities requiring reservations by calling the "Le Voyage à Nantes"  tourist organization at +33 (0) 272 640 479 or by sending an email at info@levoyageanantes.fr. Please visite the FAQ webpage for the complete list of activities.