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- English
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- Italian
- Italian
- French
- French
- Spanish
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Nantes never lets its past sit still: a biscuit factory became an arts venue, and the old shipyards now build a giant mechanical elephant. This self-guided walking tour traces that constant reinvention through the city's essential landmarks, from the medieval Chateau des ducs de Bretagne to the mechanical wonders of Les Machines de l'Ile.
Everything runs from your smartphone, no app needed. Follow a clear route with simple directions, listen to a short audio story at each stop, and answer an interactive quiz to unlock the next location. Start anytime, pause whenever you like, and explore at your own pace, no groups, no fixed schedule, and no physical guide required. Audio and text are available in 7 languages.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Start your self-guided tour at La Tour LU (Le Lieu Unique). Open your Ciceru experience nearby and follow the route on your smartphone.
The tour ends near Les Machines de l'Ile. Take a moment to enjoy the area before finishing your walk.
Itinerary
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Le Lieu Unique (Pass by)
Spot the iconic and colorful tower of La Tour LU, a vibrant symbol of Nantes's industrial biscuit-making heritage. The former factory is now Le Lieu Unique, a cultural venue where this self-guided route begins.
Admission ticket free -
Chateau Des Ducs De Bretagne (Pass by)
Explore the historic Chateau des ducs de Bretagne, the medieval castle that once guarded the city and now anchors Nantes's story of reinvention.
Admission ticket free -
Cathedrale Saint-Pierre et Saint-Paul de Nantes (Pass by)
Admire the soaring white limestone facade and Gothic portals of the Cathedrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul de Nantes rising steeply above the square.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Wander into the Bouffay quarter, Nantes's medieval heart, where the Eglise Sainte-Croix rises above the square with its distinctive belfry.
Admission ticket free -
Place Royale (Pass by)
Take in Place Royale, Nantes's monumental central square, anchored by its grand fountain of the Loire and its tributary rivers.
Admission ticket free -
Passage Pommeraye (Pass by)
Step into the Passage Pommeraye, Nantes's historic covered passage, a stunning 19th-century shopping arcade with sweeping staircases and glass-roofed elegance.
Admission ticket free -
Memorial to the abolition of slavery (Pass by)
Pause at the Memorial to the Abolition of Slavery on the banks of the Loire, a moving tribute reflecting on Nantes's history as a major slave-trading port.
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Les Machines De L'ile (Pass by)
Finish your walk at Les Machines de l'Ile, home to the giant mechanical elephant and Nantes's fantastical world of steampunk-inspired machines.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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