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Vélocéan, the famous cycle path
The Vélocéan is a 148 km cycle route that crosses Loire-Atlantique, from Saint-Nazaire to Pénestin, passing through Guérande and Mesquer.
Accessible to all, this greenway allows you to discover the beaches of the Côte d'Amour, the salt marshes and the picturesque villages of the region.
Several bike rental shops are available nearby for exploring the peninsula at your leisure. Marked trails are also offered for rides suitable for all levels.
Sorlock Beach 3.5 km away
Just 3.5 km from Cavalibre, Sorlock Beach is a large, family-friendly beach with fine sand, ideal for swimming, water sports, or simply relaxing.
In summer, a lifeguard station and a beach wheelchair (for people with reduced mobility) are available to ensure everyone's safety. It's also a popular spot for sailing, with a nearby sailing center where you can rent equipment or take lessons. The secluded coves and rocky outcrops to the north of the beach offer diverse and unspoiled scenery.
Water sports: shore fishing and water sports
The Mesquer and Guérande region is a paradise for shellfish gatherers. Depending on the tides, you can collect a variety of shellfish. For sailing enthusiasts, local clubs offer equipment rentals (windsurfing boards, kayaks, paddleboards) and lessons for all levels. Sea excursions departing from the ports of Le Croisic or Piriac-sur-Mer also allow you to discover the coast from a different perspective. Sylvie, your host, offers her New Cat 16 catamaran for rent. Fully equipped, you can set sail for a minimum of 3 hours.
Brière Regional Natural Park
A few kilometers from Cavalibre, the Brière Regional Natural Park is a haven of preserved nature, classified as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.
With its 56,500 hectares of marshes, canals and wet meadows, this park offers unique landscapes to explore by traditional boat, bicycle or on foot.
Discover a rich array of flora and fauna, as well as the cultural heritage of the Brière thatched cottages, these typical houses with reed roofs. Guided tours and self-guided walks are available to immerse yourself in this authentic setting.
Croisic Oceanarium
Located in Le Croisic, a short distance from Mesquer, the Océarium is a modern aquarium committed to the protection of the oceans.
With over 4,000 marine animals spread across 56 aquariums, it invites you on an immersive journey through the ecosystems of the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian Ocean and Mediterranean.
A fun and educational visit, ideal for families, with activities and areas dedicated to children. The Océarium also implements awareness campaigns on the preservation of marine environments.
Guérande salt marshes
The salt marshes of Guérande are an iconic landscape of the region, where salt is harvested using ancestral methods passed down from generation to generation.
To learn more, the Salt Marsh Museum in Batz-sur-Mer and Terre de Sel in Guérande offer guided tours, workshops and exhibitions to discover the history, harvesting techniques and ecological importance of these environments.
An authentic and enriching experience to understand this unique know-how.
The Salt Workers' House and Salt Land
In Batz-sur-Mer, the Maison des Paludiers immerses you in the world of the salt workers, the artisans who have been harvesting Guérande salt for centuries. Discover their traditional know-how, their tools, and their way of life through guided tours and demonstrations.
In Guérande, the Terre de Sel cooperative opens the doors of its saltworks for authentic visits and tasting of Guérande salt, fleur de sel and other local products.