Camping Les Ajoncs d’Or
Visit La Baule
and the surrounding area
The Croisic peninsula
Just 20 minutes from La Baule campsite and its magnificent beach, the Croisic peninsula is a wild coastline full of gentle beauty. Discover its 16th-century architectural charm. If you need a breath of fresh air, take the coastal path. Between sand, rock and seawater, Le Croisic will seduce you with its natural and historic landscapes. Every Monday evening in July and August, you’ll find plenty of entertainment on the quays of the marina. Stroll through the festive night-time craft market. During your visit to the peninsula, you can also visit the Océarium, an exciting journey to meet sharks and coral fish.
Walks
Vélocéan
Visit
Saint-Nazaire
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Balade à cheval
Walks
Promenade dans la forêt d’Escoublac
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Restaurants La Baule
Visit
La Baule
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La Brière et ses balades en chaland
Beach
Plage de la Baule
Walks
La Presqu’île du Croisic
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Océarium
Walks
Les marais salants de Guérande
Visit
Piriac-sur-mer
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Activités nautiques
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Pêche à pieds
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Moment bien-être à la Baule
Walks
La Brière
A walk or bike ride near La Baule
La Baule has something for everyone! From footpaths to cycle paths, there’s no shortage of possibilities:
Le Vieux Croisic: This tour takes you back to the 16th and 17th centuries along the streets and quays of Le Vieux Croisic. Set off on a short 1.5 km stroll. The Chemin des douaniers: This famous path links Saint-Nazaire and Mont-St-Michel along some 500 km of hiking trails. Along the way, you can discover all the secrets and landscapes of Brittany. Discover the wild coast from Le Croisic to Le Pouliguen in 9 km, by bike or on foot.
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Rural escapade: You’ll discover the western part of Le Croisic, the rare part of the peninsula where the land stretches right down to the sea, unhindered by urbanization. Embark on an escapade in a natural area, dotted with a traditional past over a distance of around 5 km.
And don’t miss the Vélocéan cycle route!
You can also take advantage of your stay at a campsite with an indoor swimming pool in La Baule to go horse-riding.
Finally, a walk in the Escoublac forest is always invigorating!
La Jetée du Tréhic
This jetty overlooking La Turballe will charm you during a sunset stroll. It’s the ideal place to stroll and discover Breton culture, with its fishermen and boats.
La Brière and its barge rides
While you’re camping in La Baule, don’t miss a visit to La Brière, less than an hour north of theLoire estuary. If you’re looking for adventure, take a barge into the heart of the marsh. Created in 1970, La Brière isone of France’s oldest regional nature parks. This wild territory covers 49,000 hectares! The Parc Naturel Régional de Brière boasts one of Europe’s most biologically rich wetlands. The aquatic environment is constantly evolving. These marshes exist thanks to the work of previous generations, who drew their livelihood from them. Embark on a tour of unusual discoveries aboard a barge (flat-bottomed boat). During this calm-water trip, take the time to listen to and discover the natural world around you. Sail to the rhythm of the water and the stories told by local enthusiasts.
Saint-Nazaire, its liners, its industrial site and its history
Less than 20 minutes from the campsite, take a stroll and discover the many mysteries of Saint-Nazaire. Discover the submarine l’Espadon, which made 17 circumnavigations of the globe during its many years of service!
You can admire it in the fortified lock in the port of Saint-Nazaire, with an audio guide. Discover an exceptional maritime heritage! The Base Sous-Marine: a journey back to the last century. Discover a place steeped in history. Once you’ve reached the terrace, you’ll have a magnificent view of Saint-Nazaire, the bridge and the Estuary.
L’Escal’Atlantic: the tour has plenty of surprises in store for you during your family holiday in La Baule. The magic of the place plunges you into the great adventure of ocean liners. You can also explore the hidden side of the ship: engine rooms, wheelhouses and cold rooms. This visit will take you back in time, explaining the conditions under which the wealthy and emigrants traveled.
As well as numerous beaches…
Your visit to Saint-Nazaire will include swimming, sunbathing and sand castles… The beaches are sheltered by pines and holm oaks and are exposed to westerly winds. Whether you’re looking for a long stretch of fine sand or a small, craggy cove, you’re sure to find the beach that’s right for you among the town’s 20 beaches.
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- Villès-Martin: the beach in town. Easy to get to for a picnic or lunch break. It’s one of five supervised beaches with showers.
- La Courance: the surfers’ spot. Sunbathe on a sandy beach overlooking sparkling blue water. Accessible to all, it’s ideal for relaxation and water sports. It is also supervised.
- Grand Traict: a corner of the Mediterranean. A little corner of tranquillity for those who love quiet, unspoilt beaches. However, this tranquility has to be earned, as the stairs leading to the cove are a little steep. What’s more, the beach is not supervised, so we advise you to be vigilant.
La Brière
La Brière is just a few minutes from La Baule, and offers a complete change of scenery. This visit is a must during your stay in a mobile home in La Baule at camping Les Ajoncs d’Or! Less than a quarter of an hour from La Baule, discover lush green panoramas. The marshes stretch as far as the eye can see, and the reflection of the sky offers a gentle interlude. At La Brière, you’ll discover a diversified landscape: myriad canals, reedbeds, meadows… Classified as a Regional Nature Park since 1970, La Brière is a must-see for your La Baule vacation. The Park is a veritable ecological treasure trove, where you’ll be able to meet numerous birds and take in the sights.
Enjoy unforgettable barge rides.
Nautical activities
La Baule is an ideal location for water sports activities for young and old. Take advantage of your stay at Camping Les Ajoncs d’Or, just a few minutes from the beach, to try your hand at water sports.
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- Latitude Sailing School: a school specialized in teaching sailing to beginners and experts. Discover the pleasures of sailing in the form of courses or individual lessons.
- Atlantic Surf Academy: a surf school in Pornichet. It offers surf, bodyboard and stand-up paddle lessons and courses, as well as equipment rental. Classes are open to all ages and levels.
- Canoë Kayak Presqu’ile Côte d’amour: offers water sports activities such as kayaking and canoeing for children aged 8 and over. Outings are supervised by an instructor.
A stay in La Baule? Take the opportunity to get out your fishing tools, as La Baule has plenty of places to go fishing!
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A favorite activity on our Atlantic coast, shellfishing combines relaxation and gastronomic pleasure. Lovers of shellfish will be delighted on the beaches of La Baule: oysters, clams, cockles, mussels, pearls, scallops…
Just a reminder: before you go fishing, make sure you are aware of the regulations in force.
Just a few minutes from the beaches, your campsite pitch is ideal for waking up to the La Baule sunshine and going fishing.
Piriac-sur-Mer, a small town full of character
As you stroll through the town, you’ll discover many different atmospheres. As you stroll through the small town of Piriac-sur-Mer, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to discover a rich and diverse heritage. Piriac offers a natural, architectural, literary and legendary landscape. Breathe in the sea air. Renowned for its healing properties, the sea air will do you a world of good during your stay at the campsite. Take a stroll and admire the old houses decorated with hydrangeas and colorful roses. Venture into the narrow streets of Piriac, and lose yourself in this bucolic village. Follow in the footsteps of famous writers who have stayed here.
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If you’d like to relax, there are plenty of wellness activities on offer in and around La Baule.
You’ll also find a number of restaurants recommended by the campsite for tasty dishes in La Baule.
Finally, if you’ve never been before, the salt marshes of Guérande are well worth a visit!
