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With Atlantic France’s rich and original variety of cultural events, diverse natural spaces, and young and dynamic sports-loving people, there’s always something going on in the region.
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The region to be!
1st
Top for quality of living
1st
Top sporting region in France
Leading international events
La folle journée de Nantes
An original and internationally renowned festival with a worthwhile ambition – through an extensive five-day programme of concerts, La Folle Journée aims to give as many people as possible the opportunity to enjoy and acquire a taste for classical music.
www.follejournee.fr
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24 Hours of Le Mans
The legendary gathering for all car racing enthusiasts as well as a wider, non-specialist public looking to experience something unique.
www.lemans.org
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Le Mondial du Lion d'Angers
This all-round equestrian competition is one of the Angevin region’s main sporting events and is more and more popular every year.
www.mondialdulion.com
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Vendée Globe, in Sables d'Olonne
The only non-stop single-handed round-the-world yacht race without assistance.
Held every four years, the Vendée Globe is a unique and nail-biting experience to follow.
www.vendeeglobe.org
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Laval Virtual
This international show and series of conferences on virtual reality, augmented reality and immersive technology is a major event for both professionals and the general public.
www.laval-virtual.com
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Le Cadre Noir de Saumur
This national riding school on UNESCO’s ‘List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity’ offers guided tours, commentated performances and official galas all year round.
www.ifce.fr/cadre-noir
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Brimming with creativity & history
One-of-a-kind world-famous attractions
- Puy du fou
- Abbaye Royale de Fontevraud
- Machines de l'Ile, in Nantes
- Escal'Atlantic, in Saint-Nazaire
125
castles and remarkable houses
Ideal for lovers of land & sea
68
marinas and anchorages
450 km
of coastline and two islands (Yeu and Noirmoutier)
26 530 km
of walking and hiking trails
Brilliant for sports & culture
1re
Top region for sports
1st
Top French region for horse racing
32
golf courses
3rd
French winegrowing region in terms of number of AOCs
2 800 km
of cycle routes