The Trip to Nantes, dog-friendly version
Welcome to Nantes! Discover the capital of Pays de la Loire! Nantes is the ideal destination for a weekend with your dog! and the sea is very close for an iodized escape. What to do in Nantes with your dog? Where to stay in dog-friendly accommodation? Thanks to this article, you will know everything!
Sixth largest city in France, Nantes is world-famous for its biscuit factory, its giant mechanical animals, but also for its heritage to discover!
Even if the symbol of Nantes is his legendary mechanical elephant, our dog friends are not left out either! Parks, quays, castles, tourist streets and alleys… During your stay in Nantes, you will not have time to get bored with your dog. Many visits and surprises await you on the banks of the Loire !
In addition, the Nantes region will allow you to discover many landscapes and the city is located around fifty kilometers from theAtlantic Ocean, which makes it an ideal destination for a change of scenery and adventure.
So take your leash and your travel bags and set off to discover Nantes and its region with your dog!
Summary
What to do with your dog in Nantes?
The first thing you will ask yourself when planning your dog-friendly vacation in Nantes is: “What am I going to do with my dog?”.
And this is an essential question to anticipate the outings and the equipment you will need!
To begin, you can stroll through the streets of the city center, taking advantage of your passage to visit and admire the famous Passage Pommeraye. Dogs are accepted on a leash and you can admire the typical 19th century architecture and discover the history of this atypical place in Nantes, considered one of the most beautiful covered passages in Europe.
Another activity not to be missed Nantes : the visit of Island Machines. With its frames and animals larger than life, the workshops of Island Machines are an attraction not to be missed when passing through the Nantes region. Unfortunately, the visit is prohibited for dogs but you still have the possibility of coming across its famous elephant while walking through the streets of the city, and your dog has every right to do that! Be careful, however, that your dog is not afraid of it, the size and noise of the structure could surprise him.
If you prefer greenery, no worries! Nantes has several parks accessible to dogs which will allow you to discover the natural heritage of the city and the region, but also its built heritage in the company of your dog.
Close to the city center, you can take a trip to the CRAPA park or on theForget Island to allow your dog to stretch his legs in pretty green spaces. These parks are quite popular with families and cyclists, so be careful if you walk your dogs without a leash.
A little further out of the city, the Gournerie park will offer you an enchanted and exotic interlude during your trip to Nantes. You can walk there with your dog while discovering its lush flora imported from America. During your walk, you will have the opportunity to see numerous ponds as well as a castle dating from the 17th century.
Finally, to further admire the flora and plant sculptures of Nantes, the Jardin des Plantes and the Beaujoire Floral Park seem ideal for a visit with your dog.
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Tips from Musher and Sophie: – “If you plan to go in summer to visit a big city like Nantes with your dog, be careful to protect your pads from burning bitumen and from preserve heat. Consider taking protective slippers, a foldable bowl to allow him to drink more easily and a suitable sunscreen to avoid sunburn on his nose!"
Where to stay with your dog in Nantes?
If you are looking for accommodation in Nantes for your vacation with your dog, then you've come to the right place!
Our little favorite is the 5* campsite Nantes Campsite, only campsite located in the heart of townAnd what's more, it's dog-friendly! Prefer a hotel? In that case, head to... theOkko Hotel NantesYou will be warmly welcomed by a team that loves our pets. Dogs are welcome. Without supplementsand all dogs are welcome regardless of their breed (categories 1 and 2 as well).
Many establishments accept pets and offer services adapted for your comfort and that of your animal in the surrounding area and in the city center of Nantes. Whether you are looking for a hotel, an apartment, a guest house or a campsite, you will undoubtedly find accommodation that will meet your expectations, and those of your dog!
Here is a non-exhaustive list of dogfriendly accommodation in which you can stay Nantes :
Nantes Campsite
Open all year !
Campsite Les Chênes Verts
🏖️ Beach allowed for dogs all year round, 4 km away!
And don't forget, to avoid any unpleasant surprises at the start of your vacation, do not hesitate to contact your host accommodation before your arrival to be sure that your dog is welcome there!
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