Pornic

This commune sits on the Atlantic coast in Loire-Atlantique and spreads across several sandy beaches between rocky cliffs. The town holds a marina and an old harbor plus walking trails along the shore.

The town served as a fishing harbor since medieval times and the castle from the 15th century stood on the coast for defense. Over the centuries the place grew from a small port into a seaside resort.

The Breton name Pornizh reflects the town's coastal roots and fishing boats still line parts of the old harbor. Stone houses with blue shutters stand along narrow lanes close to the shore.

Visitors reach the commune by regional train or road from Nantes and walk along the coast on marked paths. Hotels and rental apartments stand in the town center and near the beaches.

The legend of the Nine Ladies tells of women turned to stone and the rocks remain visible on the beach at low tide. Local tales connect these stones to old customs and folktales from the region.

Location: Loire-Atlantique

Location: arrondissement of Saint-Nazaire

Elevation above the sea: 22 m

Shares border with: Saint-Père-en-Retz, Chaumes-en-Retz, La Bernerie-en-Retz, Villeneuve-en-Retz, Chauvé, Les Moutiers-en-Retz, La Plaine-sur-Mer, Préfailles, Saint-Hilaire-de-Chaléons, Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef

Address: 44210 Pornic, France

Phone: +33240823111

Email: contact@pornic.fr

Website: http://pornic.fr

GPS coordinates: 47.11556,-2.10333

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:41