

Promenade de l'Erdre
La Chapelle-sur-Erdre
François I called it "the most beautiful river in France" centuries ago, and the Erdre still delivers. This shaded riverside walk winds through ancient trees, small ports, and shimmering ponds: a pocket of wild calm that feels miles from the city center.
scenic riverside walk
ancient tree canopy
urban nature retreat
flat easy path
Tips
🌳"Very pretty shaded walk along the Erdre"
👟can get muddy in wet weather, wear proper shoes
⛵take the Navibus boat for a shorter crossing
Promenade de l'Erdre
La Chapelle-sur-Erdre


François I called it "the most beautiful river in France" centuries ago, and the Erdre still delivers. This shaded riverside walk winds through ancient trees, small ports, and shimmering ponds: a pocket of wild calm that feels miles from the city center.
scenic riverside walk
ancient tree canopy
urban nature retreat
flat easy path
Tips
🌳"Very pretty shaded walk along the Erdre"
👟can get muddy in wet weather, wear proper shoes
⛵take the Navibus boat for a shorter crossing