La Baule-Escoublac and the wild coast: the perfect van getaway between endless beaches and untouched nature

With its 8 km of golden sand, this is one of France’s largest beach areas, perfect for a relaxing break or a picnic with your toes in the water. The ever-changing colours of the beach huts add a picturesque touch to this iconic landscape.

This rocky headland offers breathtaking views of the ocean and the Croisic islands, with hiking trails winding along the cliffs. On clear days, you can even see the Guérande peninsula in the distance.

Listed as a protected natural area, these unique salt marshes are the heart of Guérande salt production, famed worldwide. A bike ride or walk here offers insight into this age-old craft.

This small fishing and leisure port, nestled between La Baule and Saint-Nazaire, is ideal for enjoying oysters or mussels and chips on a terrace overlooking the boats. The atmosphere is warm and authentically local.

About a 2-hour drive from La Baule, this dune (the highest in Europe) is a must for lovers of wide-open spaces. Climb to the top for a 360-degree panorama of the ocean, the Landes forest and the Arcachon basin.

This charming village, with its colourful fishermen’s houses, is a gourmet and photogenic stop. Don’t miss the fish market, where the seafood is as fresh as it gets.