What to do in Nantes this summer
Nantes comes alive every summer with a rich and creative program that attracts both locals and visitors.
Between art, music, and convivial outdoor gatherings, the city offers a multitude of activities to fully enjoy the warmer months.
As the days lengthen and the evenings become balmy, Nantes reveals its full energy.
Festivals, art installations, and free events punctuate the summer and invite you to discover the city in a new light.
To take advantage of all this, the Atlantys*** hotel, located just steps from the Zénith de Nantes, welcomes you all summer long.
The Voyage Estival returns to Nantes for its 15th edition, as immersive as ever.
The iconic green line, a true thread running through the Nantes summer, guides visitors across the city, leading them to discover contemporary artworks installed in iconic or more unusual locations.
This year marks the launch of a new artistic cycle centered on the elements, with Earth as its central theme.
A dozen French and international artists will transform the urban space, offering a sensory, surprising, and accessible experience for all.
The Summer Hours festival brings the moat of the Château des Ducs de Bretagne to life.
This unmissable event celebrates world cultures through an eclectic program: concerts, shows for young audiences, open-air cinema, and readings.
Completely free, it attracts a diverse audience each year, drawn to share festive and convivial moments in an exceptional setting.
The Erdre River Appointment brings the summer to a beautiful close. This iconic festival blends jazz music and river heritage in a unique atmosphere.
Along the Erdre River and the Nantes-Brest Canal, hundreds of traditional boats accompany more than 100 free concerts.
From morning till night, music resonates throughout the city and surrounding towns, offering a spectacle that is both visual and auditory.
Book our hotel in Nantes so you don't miss any of this summer's festive events!
Between art, music, and convivial outdoor gatherings, the city offers a multitude of activities to fully enjoy the warmer months.
As the days lengthen and the evenings become balmy, Nantes reveals its full energy.
Festivals, art installations, and free events punctuate the summer and invite you to discover the city in a new light.
To take advantage of all this, the Atlantys*** hotel, located just steps from the Zénith de Nantes, welcomes you all summer long.
The Voyage à Nantes: a unique artistic experience
From July 4 to September 6
The Voyage Estival returns to Nantes for its 15th edition, as immersive as ever.
The iconic green line, a true thread running through the Nantes summer, guides visitors across the city, leading them to discover contemporary artworks installed in iconic or more unusual locations.
This year marks the launch of a new artistic cycle centered on the elements, with Earth as its central theme.
A dozen French and international artists will transform the urban space, offering a sensory, surprising, and accessible experience for all.
Summer Hours: Free Concerts and Shows
July 7 to August 7
The Summer Hours festival brings the moat of the Château des Ducs de Bretagne to life.
This unmissable event celebrates world cultures through an eclectic program: concerts, shows for young audiences, open-air cinema, and readings.
Completely free, it attracts a diverse audience each year, drawn to share festive and convivial moments in an exceptional setting.
The Erdre River Rendezvous: Jazz and River Heritage
August 24 to 30
The Erdre River Appointment brings the summer to a beautiful close. This iconic festival blends jazz music and river heritage in a unique atmosphere.
Along the Erdre River and the Nantes-Brest Canal, hundreds of traditional boats accompany more than 100 free concerts.
From morning till night, music resonates throughout the city and surrounding towns, offering a spectacle that is both visual and auditory.
Book our hotel in Nantes so you don't miss any of this summer's festive events!
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