Clisson, the place to be | Destination Vignoble Nantais

Visit Clisson and Discover its medieval heritage

Take a stroll through the town or one of our guided tours of Clisson, and embark on a journey back in time to discover Clisson’s extensive medieval heritage. A visit to Clisson means exploring a town steeped in history and symbolism.

A visit to the Château de Clisson, built between the 12th and 17th centuries, will take you back in time and introduce you to its defensive architecture, while enjoying panoramic views over the town from its ramparts.

Beneath Clisson’s majestic wooden market hall, one of the largest and oldest in France, you’ll be transported by the vibrant atmosphere of bygone days, where the town’s market is still held on Tuesday and Friday mornings.

Visiting Clisson also means strolling through a postcard setting where every stone tells a story. As you explore the picturesque alleyways where historic figures such asOlivier V de Clisson and François II, the last Duke of Brittany, were born, you’ll be charmed by the unique atmosphere that reigns in every corner of the town.

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Clisson The Breton town turned Italian

Take a stroll through the town of Clisson and you’ll soon feel like you’re in a real Italian landscape. Antique-style roof tiles, thin bricks, umbrella pines, giant cypresses… there’s no doubt that François Fédéric Lemot‘s trip to Italy, when he redesigned the town in the 19th century, smacked of the south.

It was in the magnificent park of La Garenne Lemot that Napoleon’s famous sculptor best expressed his love of Italy and demonstrated his incredible talent.

You’ll marvel at the magnificent neoclassical villa, a Tuscan and Umbrian farmhouse, a temple surrounded by 18 columns, statues, a grotto, a tomb and many other Italian inspirations, all set in a wooded park with Mediterranean vegetation.

La Garenne Lemot in Gétigné

Domaine de la Garenne Lemot - Maison du jardinier

©Our must-sees: Clisson the must-see, visit the Clisson viaduct|Erick Martineau

A heritage not to be missed to discover

Visiting Clisson means exploring an exceptional wealth of heritage. With around twenty listed or classified historic sites and monuments, the town of Clisson is the most important tourist destination in the Pays d’Art et d’Histoire du Vignoble Nantais for its heritage. Here is our selection of the main must-see buildings during your visit to Clisson.

Les halles en bois de Clisson

Les halles en bois de Clisson font partie des plus anciennes de France.

Your testimonials and reviews of Château de Goulaine

Clisson'ptueux

“Just about the most beautiful town in 44, Clisson is breathtaking on a daily basis. Both in terms of its history and its architecture.”

Matt M., on TripAdvisor

What a nice surprise

“What a lovely surprise this beautiful village is. Full of narrow streets, the splendid Château and Les Halles. Take an ice-cream break while strolling around and admiring the view over the bridge.”

Christelle M., on Google

A city to explore on foot

“A town to explore on foot or by car, the itinerary offered by the Nantes Vineyards Tourist Office, located next to Les Halles, is superb.
Ancient and more recent monuments bear witness to the town’s history, Italian influences add colour to the city, and the two rivers flowing together at the foot of the castle add a touch of romance. In short, this day spent in Clisson was full of wonderful discoveries, and I can’t recommend this visit enough”.

Paul P., on Google

Our tips for visiting Clisson

Tourist Officedu Vignoble Nantais in Clisson

Zélie the dragonflyAn interactive tour of Clisson

©Our must-sees: Clisson the must-see, visit the town with the Zélie la libéllule treasure hunt on the Baludik app

Would you like the best advice, to leave with a map of the town or a souvenir from our shop? Our team is waiting for you at theTourist Office on the Place du Minage next to Les Halles.

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Enjoy a fun, interactive family experience with our digital treasure hunt and discover the route: ” Discovering Clisson with Zélie the dragonfly “, downloadable free of charge via theBaludik app.