In Saint-Nazaire and the Brière Holidays with my dog Dog-friendly holidays

It’s brilliant to set off an adventure, explore and walk somewhere new – but with your four-legged friend, it’s even better! Dogs are very welcome in Saint-Nazaire and the Brière, and you can spend an unforgettable holiday here with your faithful companion. Find out more about dog-friendly activities, beaches and accommodation.

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Dog-friendly beaches in Saint-Nazaire !

All of Saint-Nazaire’s 14 non-lifeguarded beaches are accessible to dogs all year round, as well as part of the Grande Plage. This means that there’s plenty of opportunity to let your pet take a dip whatever the season, and enjoy long ‘walkies’ by the sea!

BEING RES-PET-FUL Reminder and advice for owners

To ensure that all walkers and bathers – whether two-legged or four-legged – can relax and enjoy their holidays, certain rules must be observed:

Your dog must stay under your supervision at all times.
Keep your dog on a lead.
You must ensure that your dog does not cause a nuisance to other people on the beach.
Pets are not allowed on the 6 lifeguarded beaches from 15th June to 15th September. On Saint-Nazaire’s Grande Plage, pets are only allowed between the Sammy statue and the Cale de Port Désiré.
Guide dogs are permitted on all Saint-Nazaire beaches.
You must clean up after your pet. Dog mess bags are provided throughout Saint-Nazaire.

In the heart of nature IDEAS FOR WALKS In Saint-Nazaire and the Brière

In Saint-Nazaire and the Brière, whether you’re by the sea or lost in the heart of nature, you’ll find plenty of parks, gardens and paths where your dog is welcome.

Parks and gardens

The contrasting and colourful city of Saint-Nazaire invites you to discover its green heart… On foot, by bike, with children or as a couple, you will love these peaceful...

GR®34, the Customs Officers' Path

The famous GR®34, also called the “Customs Officers’ Path”, is Brittany’s longest waterfront pedestrian path, stretching for over 1,240 miles from...

Walks and strolls

Saint-Nazaire is a city with a thousand facets. A town by the sea of course, a green town with a vast countryside (which is part of the Brière Regional Natural Park), but also...

Reminder to owners

Dogs are not allowed in our museums, industry tours or discovery cruises. That said, if they’re keen to join in, they can still take part in our guided tours of the city on public land, you just need to tell us when booking that you’ll be bringing your four-legged friend.

DOG-FRIENDLY ACCOMMODATION In Saint-Nazaire and the Brière

Wouldn’t it be great to go on holiday without leaving your favourite pet behind? In Saint-Nazaire and the Brière, there are plenty of pet-friendly accommodation options. From hotels and self-catering cottages to campsites and quirky accommodation – choose the solution that best suits your comfort and that of your pooch!

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