Quimiac: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Quimiac’s maritime character includes the Base nautique Walden de Quimiac at Pointe du Toul Ru. It has been located there since the 1960s and offers sailing lessons.

Those who choose Quimiac as a holiday destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.

The Chapelle Saint-Louis offers a distinctive cultural feature: this rare contemporary chapel is characterised by its tall bell tower and a statue of Saint Louis created by the sculptor Jean Fréour on the façade. Inside, there is also a Virgin and Child created by Jean Fréour, as well as a 17th-century crucifix.

Water and Trails

From 6 April to 31 August 2026, one-hour horse-drawn carriage rides with several departures throughout the day will be offered. One route passes through Quimiac and goes to the beaches.

The La Pointe de Merquel circular walk leads to Lanséria Beach.

Leisure in the Village

Quimiac’s playground is located on Allée des Mouettes in the Bois de Quimiac and covers 5,000 square metres. It is near Lanséria Beach.

The shaded Aire de pique-nique de Praderoi picnic area is also located near Lanséria Beach.

Nature

Quimiac’s abandoned salt marshes were rehabilitated for the benefit of biodiversity under a Natura 2000 contract for the period 2016–2020.

Cycling

The 148-kilometre coastal cycle route La Vélocéan connects Saint-Nazaire with Pénestin and passes through Mesquer-Quimiac.

For further destination options: Joué-Sur-Erdre, Mouais, La Madelaine, Cordemais, Mésanger, Aigrefeuille-Sur-Maine, Rougé, Saint-Nazaire

For the broader travel overview: Loire-Atlantique.