Pornic

Pearl of the Jade Coast

Discover the town of Pornic, nicknamed the Pearl of the Jade Coast.
This seaside resort unfolds around an old harbor where fishing boats and traditional sailing vessels dock. Strolling along the quays and their terraces, you’ll reach the sturdy 13th-century castle, then follow the path back to the new port of La Noëveillard.

During your walk, don’t miss tasting an ice cream at La Fraiseraie, a beloved local institution! On the other side of the bay, the coastal path leads to charming coves, a thalassotherapy center, and the Fontaine-aux-Bretons beach. In the town center, stairs and narrow streets wind between fishermen’s houses.

Must-see highlights of Pornic:

  • Wander along the Commandant L’Herminier quay
  • Walk the Corniche de Gourmalon
  • Explore Pornic’s old town and stroll through its cobbled lanes
  • Visit the Pornic pottery factory
  • Follow the walkway on stilts
  • Admire Pornic Castle
  • Relax by the Val Saint-Martin pond
  • Enjoy the coves and the most beautiful beaches: Birochère, La Source, and Joselière beaches
  • Try out maritime activities off the coast: sailing, catamaran, Optimist dinghy, and more
  • Pornic is located 75 km from the Henri IV cottage village.