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Nantes
France
On the Loire River in western France, Nantes delights with the mechanical machines of Île de Nantes and an innovative art scene. The former capital of Brittany combines history with modern creativity.
What awaits you
City tripMuseumsLocal cuisineWalkable
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Best time to visit
June–August: up to 26°C with 12h of sunshine per day.
Cooler winters (10°C). Best visited in June–August.
Max. temperature
9°Jan
11°Feb
13°Mar
16°Apr
20°May
24°Jun
25°Jul
26°Aug
22°Sep
19°Oct
14°Nov
10°Dec
Sunshine hours
5hJan
5hFeb
7hMar
9hApr
11hMay
12hJun
12hJul
11hAug
9hSep
7hOct
5hNov
4hDec
Rain days
12dJan
9dFeb
15dMar
10dApr
12dMay
9dJun
8dJul
9dAug
12dSep
14dOct
13dNov
13dDec
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Nantes as a Vacation Destination
Nantes is an excellent choice for city breaks. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 26°C.
The center is easily walkable — a car is rarely needed. The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money.
The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, excellent local cuisine.
Good to know
Price level
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Local languages
FR