With some very bizarre, and often thought-provoking, installations dotted across the city, Nantes has set itself apart from your typical French break.

This city in northwest France has been transformed by public art – everywhere you look something wonderful enriches your view

Something’s going very green in the French city of Nantes, as Judith Schrut discovered on her recent visit to this welcoming and eco-friendly gem on the western banks of the Loire.

Vicky Smith checks out an exciting new river network and one of France’s artiest cities

In Brittany, modern regional trains with huge windows invite you to soak up the views. Our author’s final piece in her series takes in the line to Finistère

The Tables Of Nantes – Where Fresh Ingredients Are The Stars Of The Show

In his Insider Guide to Nantes, Rupert Parker Is Impressed By The Regeneration Of This French Industrial Port.

The Renaissance of Nantes France

It is enormous at 18 metres tall and 48 tonnes, with dozens of human passengers riding on its head, shoulders and flanks.

The beautifully creative and modern city on the Loire in West France has it all

By Lana Katsaros, to Museum Spotlight Europe (November 2023) Born from Le Voyage à Nantes Festival, The Green Line in Nantes, France offers a year-round self-guided walking tour through permanent and elegant art installations. No map is needed, as you must follow a well worn, 7.5 mile green line to discover the unique installations along

What you probably don’t know about Nantes is that it is the sixth biggest city in France; that it was in Brittany until it wasn’t.

Nantes, in the west of the country, makes for an excellent weekend escape for wine lovers and culture buffs – and it’s easy to reach by train from London

This industrial port turned cultural capital, with its hip bars, offbeat artwork and giant mechanical elephant, is certain to make you smile

Nantes is a peculiar city on the French Atlantic coast. It's full of quirky public art and there are plenty of unique experiences to discover. Trot Op! hopped on the TGV for a visit.

A recent study from Oxford Economics has revealed the most liveable cities around the globe for 2024. And the top spot is a little-known European gem.

Surreal art, a giant spider and a commitment to alternative thinking are drawing Parisians — and holidaymakers — to this small city on the banks of the Loire

Real Voyagers Follow The Green Line In The City Of Nantes

On the River Loire, in North West France, Nantes has reinvented itself as a city of art and innovation.

The French city of Nantes has spent the last two decades quietly transforming itself into one of country’s most important artistic and cultural centres — these are just some of the showstoppers not to miss.

From its truly unique, city-wide art trail, to refreshing green spaces in an around the city, Nantes is one of France’s most interesting cities.