Discover Corsept, Loire-Atlantique and Surroundings

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This trail starts near the RN 171. This trail will take you to the “Calan” stream, it will charm you with its panoramic view.

This trail is on the old railway track which makes it special.

This trail guides you through the village of “La Gaulais”, where the portion of land named in the 15th century “le Champ Dumont” is. A church was meant to be built, but when they brought the stones for it, they would always disappear once nightfall. Thus, the construction was impossible. Some thought there was something evil so they named it “Le Champ Démon”. This is also where, in the 20th century, the oldest windmill of Bouvron was. Nowadays, it offers a great view !

With this trail you will be able to see the cross of the castle situated “impasse du château” and the castle de la Bretonnière which was built in the 15th century. At the end of the trail, you will see the “Moulin Neuf”, which was built in 1702 and is open to the public thanks to an association.

This walking trail was created by students between the ages of 8 and 13 of the elementary school of Saint Omer de Blain and the middle school of Saint Laurent de Blain.

This trail starts at the Jules Vernes car park in La Paquelais.

This trail starts at the Jules Vernes car park in La Paquelais.

The windmill of “Foucré”, recently renovated, is worth the detour. This windmill is from the end of the 16th century, which makes it the oldest monument of the town. It is called a windmill “à petit pied”, it is characteristic of Brittany’s windmills. The lowest part is narrower than the highest part of the structure, hence the name “à petit pied” (literal translation: little foot).

Welcome to the walking trail of “Pont Bernard”, situated in the town of Notre-Dame-des-Landes, this trail will allow you to discover unexpected parts of the countryside. This 14 km track will guide you through the woods, small villages. This path of astounding diversity is a real opportunity to escape and discover.

Not far from the coast, make an unusual stop in a perched fishing hut for 4 people located at the Manoir de l'Espérance.

Enjoy a break at the “Manoir de l'Esperance” on the banks of the Loire, not far from the coast. Hut for hikers with three cabins; total capacity of seven people.

Close to the coast and the Loire à Vélo and Vélodyssée route, make a stop in this charming house of the end of the 18th century. The Manoir de l'Espérence proposes four spacious and comfortable rooms, among which a suite and a family room. Rates and services of the Manoir de l'Espérance in the document below for downloading.

Charming room upstairs with independant entrance in a 1907 house. The house is located in countryside, 3km from Loire à Vélo and Vélodyssée cycling routes, 10km from the beach.

A semi-detached gite, next to the owners' home in a Breton longhouse, renovated in 2016, in a quiet rural setting not far from the Parc de Brière (20 km), beaches (25 km) and tourist attractions. Enclosed garden (1500 m²) with badminton. GR.FL: Lounge-diner with open-plan kitchen. Traditional conservatory (not heated). Bedroom 1: twin beds (or super king-size bed). Shower room with WC. Utility room. Study area. UPSTAIRS: Bedroom 2 (sloping ceiling): king-size bed. Bedroom 3 (sloping ceiling): twin beds (or super king-size bed). Bedroom 4 (sloping ceiling): single bed. Shower room. WC. Additional facilities: radio (USB port), baby equipment. Extra charges for electric and oil-fired heating (90€/week), electricity, bed line and towels. Non-smoking gite.

Buildings from the former 17th century Presbytery were restored and transformed into the town hall in 2007 and "Les Digitales" Art Centre in 2011. The Art Centre is a place for activities and exhibits. It displays different models of farming machinery from the collection of Mr Sevestre, a passionate farmer from Caden, and holds a museum presenting farming activities from yesterday and today with interviews from local farmers.

The coal mines were extremely important from the 17th century.

Bridge near the small canal

It was restored in the 18th century by the rector of Caden, Jean-Louis de la Houssaye. The date "1756" is written over the side door. It is one of the six friar chapels of Caden. The inside is decorated with 21th century frescos painted by a local artist representing landscapes of the surrounding countryside.

The first chapel was built by the monastic community of the Order of Saint John of Jerusalem during the 12th century and under the control of Carentoir like the chapels of Gorvello, Molac and Guerno. It was restored in the 18th century and decorated with a Classical-style pediment on the main door.

Slate mining began around 1878 and finished around 1911. The largest quarry called "Guenfol" or "Blue Lake" had an above ground surface area of 3,500m2. 18 to 20 million slates were extracted per year by nearly 300 labourers. The site was then transformed and today known as "Park de Préhistoire" (Prehistoric Park).

Saint Michel de la Grêle Chapel dates back to the 17th century. It replaced the old Saint Michel Priory, which belonged to the Benedictine Abbey of Redon. Today, the chapel (renovated in the 20th century) is used to celebrate religious services on the feast day of Notre Dame de la Tronchaye (the Sunday following 15 August). Take a few steps back and turn left after the tree-lined alley. Take one of the many small streets of Rochefort. Immediately after, turn left towards Place des Halles.

This 16th century public washhouse got its water from Le Candré River. A private washhouse is also located nearby. Turn around, take Rue de l’Étang and go back up to Place de l’Église.

La Tabée restaurant in Corsept serves traditional French cuisine. Monday to Friday: 12pm - 2pm Friday and Saturday: 7pm - 9pm Sunday: 12pm - 1.30pm

L'Explorateur snack bar, pizzeria and bar on the grounds of L'Estuaire campsite. Meals on site or to take away, open to all, with side entrance from Chemin de l'Estuaire, from April to October.

Located on the edge of the Pierre à l'Oeil wood in the small town of Paimboeuf, the L'Estuaire crêperie-restaurant opens its doors to you in a leafy setting. Chef Stéphane Muller and his team invite you all year round to indulge in their seasonal home cooking. Fresh produce bought from producers in the Pays de Retz gives a local flavour to the dishes made on the premises. Come and sample our fish specialities, galettes and gourmet desserts, or join us for a themed evening in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

For family celebrations, birthdays and parties.... Pat'ou crêpes makes all-you-can-eat crêpes and galettes....

Kaly Traiteur offers you Asian dishes: egg rolls, spring rolls, Cantonese rice, bo-bun, stir-fries, etc. Free delivery possible to Paimboeuf and surrounding areas.

Chef Nino Le Crom and his team offer a made-to-measure service. Traditional cuisine using fresh seasonal produce Discover gourmet cuisine and quality service for your events. Whether you're a private individual or a professional, from 10 to 150 people, we'll meet your expectations.

Welcome to our new boutique on the Place du Marché in Paimboeuf. After "Les Flacons" wine and spirits shop, now discover the Fromagerie & Wine Bar. Comfortably installed in an armchair in a carefully decorated atmosphere, the wine bar will offer a selection of wines, spirits and signature cocktails. The Sommelier, Nicolas Barbou, will be on hand to match your food and wine with mature cheeses and charcuterie. The Cheese Shop offers a selection of the finest cheeses from France and beyond. We can also prepare cheese platters for family and business events. The Les Raffinés team looks forward to meeting you and sharing their passion for our products. For your professional needs, you can also take advantage of a coworking space in the afternoon.

Traditional restaurant and pizzeria. Pizzas Croq' classic / goat / veg Mixed salads Meat of the day with home fries and salad Mussels and chips in season Aperitif board with cold meats, cheese and veg Ice creams and drinks On the spot or to take away

Traditional working-class restaurant open for lunch on weekdays. Bar and entertainment

Bar - Brasserie, on the banks of the Saint-Viaud lake.

Free municipal parking area for motor caravans in a natural setting near the Loire, with access to the Loire à vélo embankment.

Not far from the coast, make an unusual stop in a perched fishing hut for 4 people located at the Manoir de l'Espérance.

Enjoy a break at the “Manoir de l'Esperance” on the banks of the Loire, not far from the coast. Hut for hikers with three cabins; total capacity of seven people.

Close to the coast and the Loire à Vélo and Vélodyssée route, make a stop in this charming house of the end of the 18th century. The Manoir de l'Espérence proposes four spacious and comfortable rooms, among which a suite and a family room. Rates and services of the Manoir de l'Espérance in the document below for downloading.

Close to the coast and the banks of the Loire, come and take a break in this charming late 18th-century house. Set in a hectare of parkland, the Manoir de l'Espérance will be the perfect venue for your next family party, business meeting, event with friends, cousin party, biker relay, hen/boy party, seminar... You can reserve the premises just for you! As part of an eco-certified sustainable tourism approach, the Manoir de l'Espérance offers accommodation for 20 people from 15/10 to 15/04 in the main building and up to 37 people from 15/04 to 15/10 with the unheated outdoor accommodation, as well as a table d'hôtes with catering to suit your tastes, a brand-new function room for 70 people and a host of other services. It welcomed Thomas PESQUET during the summer of 2019. Find out more about the rates for the Manoir de l'Espérance HERE>>> Take advantage of our gift vouchers HERE>>>

From 15 April to 15 October, Manoir de l'Espérance offers an ecological mini-camping site in the heart of its park, aimed primarily at cyclists and hikers. Mini-camping : There's no set pitch, so you can pitch your tent wherever you like. Fans of small-scale camping in beautiful surroundings? Enjoy the charm, friendliness and services of the site... all at a low price and just a few kilometres from the coast! Le Randortoir : This is a single-storey "wood and canvas" communal chalet with 3 cabins: - Two 2-person cabins - One cabin for 2 or 3 people. Only a throw is provided, but you must have a sleeping bag. Sleeping bags can be hired on site. This cabin is not heated or connected to water or electricity. Two wooden chalets: - La Roselière (3 to 4 people) - La Civelle (2 people) Each cabin has a terrace. The cabins are not heated or connected to water or electricity. At your disposal you will find : - a fully-equipped herbal tea room. - communal sanitary facilities - communal barbecue, tables and benches. Find out more about the Manoir de l'Espérance rates HERE>>> Take advantage of our gift vouchers HERE>>>

Between sky and water, it is in the charming decoration(set) of a stretch of water on saint Viaud's heights, a few kilometers away from the Loire, in south shore of the estuary, that settled Mister . Plocq's Caballon. From the arrival, the look kisses the panorama, a paradise of peace and greenery where get loose far off the silhouettes of the north bank. Real vessel of exploration, stemming from the marriage of the aerostat and from the ship, Caballon plunges his occupants into the universe of the charmer of birds Emile Plocq. A story weaved between reality and fiction, real invitation in the journey and in the discovery. A unique experience(experiment), to live for two, in the extraordinary frame of a different night.

The charming room is located in the mill with its independent entrance. You will appreciate the cozy area downstairs, the peace and the comfort of the place. A copious breakfast will be served outside or in the dining room according to the season. The bed and breakfast is situated near the cycling route La Loire à Vélo and EV1-Vélodyssée.

Chantal welcomes you in her hosts' house. The room is situated rez of garden with its independent entrance to a house of character there. You will appreciate the user-friendliness, the peace and the comfort of the place. A copious breakfast will be served outside or in the dining room according to the season. The bed and breakfast is situated near the route the Loire by bicycle.

Situated in a magnificent Natura 2000 listed pine forest on the banks of the Loire, Camping Ushuaïa Villages L'Estuaire welcomes you to a spacious, natural setting for a relaxing break on the doorstep of the ocean. Around 80 spacious, semi-shaded camping and caravanning pitches and 35 mobile homes await you from 05 April to 26 September 2025. Situated on the 'La Loire à Vélo' and 'Vélodyssée' itineraries and just 10 minutes from the seaside, the campsite also allows you to travel light thanks to its 'rando-étape' accommodation. At your disposal: 1 Camp'Etoile for 2 people, 4 Cabanétapes for 2/3 people, 3 canvas tents for 6 people, with sheltered sleeping and eating areas. Access to the campsite's toilets and facilities. With its indoor heated swimming pool and outdoor pool for toddlers, the campsite offers everyone the chance to play and relax. Daytime and evening activities are also available in July and August. Snack bar: open from late April to mid-September - pizzas, salads, aperitif platters, desserts, ice creams. The Explorateur snack bar offers spit-roasted chicken and chips, also available to order. Reservations required on 02 40 27 84 53 (no later than the day before ordering). NEW 2025: Adult and tandem bike hire (prices in downloadable brochure) From April to the end of September, Camping Ushuaïa Villages L'Estuaire offers you the chance to enjoy a unique experience in an unusual accommodation: Mr Plocq's Caballon. Reservations now open VACAF approved campsite.