Camping "Les Paludiers"

Batz-sur-Mer (Loire-Atlantique, France)

Batz-sur-Mer is a coastal village located at the southern tip of the Guérande peninsula. Its landscape combines sandy beaches, low cliffs and stretches of salt marshes. The village is recognized by its granite houses and a strong maritime atmosphere. It is both a quiet and lively stop, popular for its coastal walks and its heritage related to salt.

Heritage and history

The local heritage bears witness to an ancient salt-producing activity. There are trades and techniques linked to the Guérande salt marshes, still visible in the basins and the salt workers' huts. The old town preserves granite facades and narrow lanes that tell the story of a rural port oriented toward the sea. The local museum dedicated to salt clearly explains these know-how traditions.

Nature and landscapes

The coast offers marine contrasts: sandy beaches, rocks polished by the waves and mudflats favorable to migratory birds. The coastal paths allow observation of the sea with viewpoints over the Baie de la Baule and the peninsula. The marshes provide changing color and light, especially at sunrise and sunset.

Cuisine and lifestyle

Local cuisine highlights seafood and Guérande salt. One can enjoy seafood, fresh fish and simple preparations that showcase the quality of the products. The village's small eateries encourage a friendly atmosphere, often centered on the day's catch.

Not to miss

• Salt Marshes Museum: exhibition on salt cultivation and the role of the salt workers.
• Guérande salt marshes: emblematic salt landscape, walks and wildlife observation.
• Old village: lanes and granite houses, traditional atmosphere.
• Coastal path (GR34): walks with coastal views and observation points.
• Seafood tasting: restaurants and local producers highlighting Guérande salt.