The Château des Ducs de Bretagne

The team at the Sure Hotel by Best Western Nantes Saint-Herblain welcomes you and offers advice on must-see sites during your stay in Nantes.

You can reach the city center from the hotel in 15 minutes by car, where many paid parking lots are available. Don’t hesitate to ask our team for advice on leaving your vehicle near a tram stop and enjoying a day of strolling around.

The last castle on the banks of the Loire before the ocean, located in the historic heart of Nantes, the Château des Ducs de Bretagne invites you to stroll along the ramparts and enjoy free viewpoints over the city.

The Ramparts

These 500 meters of walkway are punctuated by seven towers connected by curtain walls

The History of the Castle

The city’s history, told from Anne of Brittany to today’s metropolis, including trade, the “black gold” of the 18th century, and the revolution.

We recommend you visit

• the walk through the courtyard and along the ramparts, accessible daily from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• the many events and guided tours with mediators
• the Nantes History Museum
• the architecture, showcasing tuffeau stone and the flamboyant Gothic style of the buildings
• its beautiful shop full of fascinating books and gift ideas to bring back from your vacation

4 Place Marc Elder, 44000 NANTES
Phone: 0 811 46 46 44