Machecoul, Administrative commune in Loire-Atlantique, France
Machecoul is a commune in western France located in Loire-Atlantique, spread across rural areas and small settlements. The territory brings together different landscape types and sits near the border with neighboring Vendée.
The area witnessed a major event during the French Revolution period in the 18th century. This moment marked the beginning of a larger conflict in the region.
The Castle of Machecoul and Notre-Dame-de-la-Chaume abbey from the 11th century represent important architectural heritage of the region.
The commune has a railway station with connections to larger cities in the region. A visit is easiest to plan by train if arriving from Nantes or other nearby towns.
The local market features the black chicken of Challans, while a Gitane bicycle factory continues manufacturing operations in the area.
Location: Loire-Atlantique
Location: arrondissement of Nantes
Elevation above the sea: 11 m
Shares border with: Saint-Même-le-Tenu
Website: http://machecoul.fr
GPS coordinates: 46.99306,-1.82278
Latest update: December 20, 2025 13:06
Château de Machecoul
678 m
Abbaye Notre-Dame de la Chaume
125 mChâteau de la Caraterie
6.8 km
Chapelle Sainte-Marie-Madeleine de Quinquenevent
5.9 km
Hôtel Réal des Perrières
268 mDolmen de la Petite Bretèche
6.4 km
Église de la Trinité de Machecoul
352 m
Église Saint-Pierre de Paulx
6.3 km
Église de Saint-Même-le-Tenu
3.8 km
Église de l'Assomption de La Marne
6.1 kmMenhir de la Pierre Folle
6.2 kmDolmen de la Petite Bretèche
6.4 kmPoint de vue de Saint-Cyr
6.7 kmWayside cross
570 mWayside cross
9 kmWayside cross
5.2 kmWayside cross
2.2 kmWayside cross
4 kmWayside cross
7.9 kmWayside cross
9 kmChrist Roi
6.2 kmWayside cross
6.9 kmWayside cross
7.3 kmWayside cross
7.5 kmWayside cross
523 mWayside cross
751 mWayside cross
9.3 kmWayside cross
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