What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 2 hours and a half.

Saint-Nazaire Audioguided Walking Tour 2h30 and 23 reviews

Q: Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: We build your tours in the form of a loop so that you can easily start the tour at the point closest to you, the guidance will adapt automatically. If you are nearby, we recommend this ideal Check-out Point..

Overview

Saint-Nazaire, a port city with a rich maritime past, invites you to explore its alliance of culture, nature and industry. On a compact 6 km itinerary, discover the major sights of the city, including the Terrace of the Fortified Lock, the Ecomuseum and the historic Swordfish submarine. Walk the coastal paths of the Chemin des Douaniers and enjoy the local art scene through its vibrant street art murals. Each stage offers a glimpse of the city’s past and present, for an immersive experience for both history buffs and casual explorers.

- Visit of 23 remarkable sites in Saint-Nazaire in a single day
- Guided walking tour of 2 hours 30 minutes covering 6 km
- Discovery of major historical monuments and contemporary attractions
- Ideal for travellers interested in maritime history, culture and heritage

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What's Included

✓ Included

Recommendations for the best photo opportunities
23 immersive audio comments along the way (History...)
Immediate access to the audioguided circuit, no tickets or materials to collect
Offline mode (no data consumption during the visit)
3 languages available: French, English, Spanish
Text transcripts of all audio content
Admire the hidden gems that lie off the beaten track
Interactive navigation with 3D map to discover the most beautiful streets,...

✗ Not Included

Entrance fees to paid establishments along the route...
Headphones or headphones (optional)

Itinerary

Stop 1

It’s true that the first approach to the submarine base, or the fortified lock of Saint-Nazaire, is not very pleasing.

Stop 2

On the edge of the Loire estuary, the ecomuseum could not be better placed to retrace the entire history of Saint-Nazaire, its port and its major industries.

Stop 3

In constant contact with the waves and the sea air, which of course do their work over time, this memorial is really not the easiest to interpret.

Stop 4

All over Saint-Nazaire, you will see, the dark history of the Second World War will remind you. Through former remnants of blatant defense that have become true emblems of local heritage.

Stop 5

It’s at the entrance of this dirt advance that your path certainly stops suddenly, but not in the most unpleasant way if you decide to go all the way.

Stop 6

Throughout France, the Second World War left traces of its passage.

Stop 7

Looking at the horizon is the kind of reflex that accompanies us all when we find ourselves facing the sea or the ocean.

Stop 8

Ideally located opposite the Loire estuary, Place du Commando is the new festive and friendly heart of the city. What's new, then?

Stop 9

It is obvious that you are right now on the seafront of Saint-Nazaire and for that you do not need us to realize it.

Stop 10

Landing, walking, running, pedalling, swimming, the seafront of Saint-Nazaire offers you a wide choice of possibilities to let yourself go facing the ocean.

Stop 11

After the sea, here comes the land. Here you are in the Garden of Plants. Created in 1886 by the Nantes landscaper François Aubry, this English garden was imagined as a place to walk, with wide lawns, winding paths and rare trees.

Stop 12

More than 80% destroyed during the war, Saint-Nazaire returned a naval rather than an architectural profile to its visitors.

Stop 13

If the setting of the walk is as it is, the visit of Saint-Nazaire is not finished.

Stop 14

“A thousand billion thousand scuttles”, but what does Tintin do in Saint-Nazaire?

Stop 15

Impressive in the landscape of Saint-Nazaire, the submarine base is a strong element of the city, literally and figuratively.

Stop 16

What if we offer you to leave the mainland for a new visit, but for a fee, to dive into the world of the mastodons of the sea?

Stop 17

From a distance as close as some would say that in Saint-Nazaire, it is the great ballet of cranes and gantry. Note to which we are obliged to answer: what if you had taken curiosity a step further?

Stop 18

Like the Port-Salut, where it is written on it, the Grand Café can also hardly hide its activity, or rightly its former functions.

Stop 19

Unwittingly involved in a turbulent history, the heritage emblems of Saint-Nazaire have often known two or even three lives to stand before you today.

Stop 20

If you’re looking for art in Saint-Nazaire, don’t get tired too quickly, it’s within easy reach in the public space.

Stop 21

Another miraculous example of the destruction of the war is the Simone Veil Theatre, an interesting architectural encounter.

Stop 22

You are formal, the further you go, the more you have the Impression that you will find yourself at the foot of the wall. A concrete wall, we presume? If that’s it, don’t panic, let us tell you that the best is to come!

Stop 23

The undeniable treasure of Saint-Nazaire, the submarine Swordfish is today the ultimate representative of the Narwhals class, its submarine launchers of craft built in France in the 1950s.

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point

We build your tours in the form of a loop so that you can easily start the tour at the point closest to you, the guidance will adapt automatically. If you are nearby, we recommend this ideal Check-out Point.

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End Point

Good to Know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Known For:

Private and Luxury in Nantes, Historical Tours in Nantes, Cultural Tours in Nantes, Walking Tours in Nantes, Audio Guides in Nantes, Short term availability in Nantes, Private Sightseeing Tours in Nantes

Special Instructions

Activating your audio-guided circuit:

1. Download the INWAY mobile app from your App Store or directly via this link: in-way.fr/app
2. Open the application and enter your code to unlock the circuit: NAZ40869

We build our circuits in the form of a loop so that you can easily start the tour at the point closest to you, the guidance will adapt automatically. If you are nearby, we recommend an ideal Check-out Point: At the Square des pétanqueurs, rue Hippolyte Durand.