Saint-Nazaire

Saint-Nazaire is famous for its huge shipbuilding industry in France. Along with Nantes, it is a major city in the Greater West of France.

The Saint-Nazaire shipyards are one of only 6 in the world to build ships over 300 metres long.

You can visit the port of Saint-Nazaire, the town's raison d'être. You'll discover the history of the port and its importance to the town.

Don't miss the famous shipyards, where you'll feel very small next to these huge liners.

For an idyllic stroll, take the "Chemin des Douaniers" (Customs Officers' path) for breathtaking views of the cliffs and beaches.

Don't miss a visit to the beautiful quarters of the era, as well as the Escale Atlantique, a centre that retraces the history and life on board ocean liners. You'll be totally immersed in the world of these giants of the seas. You'll discover over 200 objects from old ships. A city full of history and a great place to visit.