Activities & Leisure

Explore Sucé-sur-Erdre, its hidden gems… and experience the best of Nantes !

Thanks to its ideal location between city and nature, L des Mésanges lets you enjoy both the peaceful charm of Sucé-sur-Erdre and the cultural energy of nearby Nantes.

Outdoor activities

Walking, cycling, or on the water

Sucé-sur-Erdre is a perfect destination for nature lovers and explorers.

🚣‍♀️ On the Erdre river

Explore the river at your own pace by kayak, canoe, paddleboard, or electric boat (no license required).

  • Sucé-sur-Erdre Canoe-Kayak Club
  • Ruban Vert – Electric boats
Faire du paddle sur l'Erdre

🌿 In nature

  • La presqu’île de Mazerolles (Natura 2000 site): a 2.5 km walking loop, picnic area, and a green riverside “beach”.
  • Mazerolles Sailing Club : rentals available for paddleboarding, windsurfing, and catamarans

🚴‍♀️ By bike

La Régalante and La Vélodyssée cycling routes are just 3 minutes away by bike from the house.

  • For more walking and biking trails, visit the Sucé-sur-Erdre tourism page.
balade centre-ville Sucé-sur-Erdre

🧭 Explore the town

Enjoy a 1.5-hour interactive discovery walk through 13 points of interest in town using the Baludik app.

Local shopping

Markets & local delicacies

Sucé-sur-Erdre hosts two friendly weekly markets :

  • Tuesday morning (8 a.m. – 1 p.m.) – Place Aristide Briand.
  • Friday evening (4 p.m. – 8 p.m. in summer) – Quai de Bliesransbach, with food trucks and international cuisine.

Don’t miss the refined pastries from Oréa Pâtisserie, regularly present at the Friday market.

Local dining

Where to eat near the house

Sucé-sur-Erdre is full of great places to eat—all accessible by foot or bike—from gourmet bistros to burgers and pizzas.

Enjoy a drink or dinner on one of the charming terraces overlooking the port, also known as the “Pearl of the Erdre.”

We’ll be also happy to recommend our favorite restaurants in :

  • Carquefou (Michelin-starred restaurant)
  • La Chapelle-sur-Erdre
  • Nantes, with its 7 Michelin-starred restaurants

Events

Festivals & Music

  • Le Rendez-vous de l’Erdre

A free open-air jazz & river festival held at the end of summer, combining live music and a unique gathering of riverboats ! View the program

  • La Nuit de l’Erdre

A major 4-day music festival in Nort-sur-Erdre, easily accessible by tram-train and shuttle. Info & tickets

Golf

Golf : only 10 minutes away

Enjoy a round of golf at UGOLF Carquefou, located in the wooded park of Château de l’Épinay. A beautiful, rolling course loved by local players.

Discover Nantes

Visit Nantes : just 20 minutes away

Sucé-sur-Erdre is located only 20 minutes from Nantes, easily accessible by tram-train or car.

You will find below our suggestions for discovering the city.

Culture

Le Voyage à Nantes

Follow the green line painted on the ground for an artistic and cultural trail through the city, showcasing landmarks and contemporary art installations.

 Tip : Get the Pass Nantes (24h to 7 days) for access to transportation, guided tours, museums, and tastings.

Les Machines de l’Île & le Grand Éléphant

Enter a poetic, mechanical world that blends imagination and engineering. Don’t miss :

- The Great Elephant

- The Carrousel of the Marine Worlds

- The Gallery of Machines

Nature in the city

The most beautiful gardens in Nantes

- Le Jardin des Plantes : one of the top four botanical gardens in France.

- Le Jardin Extraordinaire : a tropical-feeling park with waterfalls and views of the Loire River—perfect for a peaceful walk or a family outing.