Nantes, France
Nantes, the home city of Jules Verne and the ancient seat of the Dukes of Brittany, is the sixth largest city in France and is renowned for its livability and eco-friendliness. It received the European Green Capital award in 2013. Strategically positioned on the Loire River, Nantes has a rich history as a port and industrial center. Over the past few decades, it has evolved into a technological hub with a high-tech and creative industry. Located only two hours from Paris by high-speed (TGV) train, Nantes is well-connected with direct flights to over 50 international destinations. It has established itself as an emerging metropolis in Europe and a perfect venue for hosting international congresses.
Coming to Nantes
- By TGV train : https://www.sncf-connect.com/
Less than 2 hours from Paris Montparnasse
➢ The TGV train station is located in the city centre, opposite La Cité (south exit).
➢ 21 TGV trains from Paris to Nantes every day
➢ 3 hours from Paris Roissy Charles de Gaulle – 4 TGV trains every day
➢ Direct TGV trains to: Lille, Lyon, Marseille, Paris, Strasbourg, etc.
- By road
➢ Nantes boasts an extensive network of roads to reach: To the East: Paris – A1 motorway
➢ To the South: Bordeaux and Toulouse – A83 motorway
➢ To the West: Brest – N165/E60
➢ To the North: Rennes – N137
Travel smart ! Carpooling with other participants is a way to reduce the environmental impact of transport.
- By plane : https://www.nantes.aeroport.fr/en
100 national and international destinations with direct flights:
➢ 1 hour from Paris and London
➢ 4 daily return flights to Roissy Charles de Gaulle
➢ 4 daily return flights to Orly airport
➢ All European major cities within a 2-hour flight
➢ Nantes Atlantique airport is a 20-minute shuttle ride from La Cité (every half hour).
Touristic attractions
Nantes Tourism official website: https://www.levoyageanantes.fr/en/