How can I find a guinguette around me in the Vignoble Nantais?

The Vignoble Nantais is full of “guinguettes” by the water or in the heart of the vineyards. Whether you’re in Clisson, Maisdon-sur-Sèvre, Divatte-sur-Loire or La Haye-Fouassière, there are several addresses within a few minutes’ walk or drive. Take a look at our selection to quickly find a guinguette near you, depending on the atmosphere and setting you’re looking for.

What are the must-see guinguettes in Vignoble Nantais?

Some of the guinguettes in the Vignoble Nantais have become real landmarks for prolonging the day outdoors. In Maisdon-sur-Sèvre, the Pont Caffino guinguette livens up the banks of the Maine at the foot of the cliffs. In Divatte-sur-Loire, the Guinguette de la Pierre Percée opens onto the Loire with its programme of concerts and food trucks. In Mouzillon, La Cabane overlooks the vines in a former sulphate shed reinvented as an open-air bistro. Finally, in Château-Thébaud, La Huchette offers a convivial break in the heart of the vineyards, just a stone’s throw from Le Porte-Vue. Everywhere you look, you’ll find the same spirit: local wines, local produce and simple moments to share.

Can we eat in the guinguettes of the Vignoble Nantais?

Yes, each guinguette offers its own gourmet identity: plates to share, tapas, food trucks, local produce or simple, family-style cooking. Some feature wines from the neighbouring vineyards, while others focus on conviviality on the banks of the Loire or the Sèvre. The ideal place to enjoy a meal in the open air, in complete simplicity.

The guinguettes in the Vignoble Nantais

In summer, guinguettes flourish in the Vignoble Nantais. Ideal for sharing a convivial moment in nature or in the vineyards, we offer you a selection of guinguettes in the Vignoble Nantais, with views over the vines and a suspended moment by the water. Here is our list for the 2025 season.

Guinguette Pont-Caffino A festive atmosphere by the water

In Maisdon-sur-Sèvre, in the heart of the Pont Caffino nature reserve, this guinguette is a lively place on the banks of the Maine. Opened in spring 2025, it promises six months of fun and relaxation in summer, with a programme of local drinks, eclectic concerts, craft markets and social events.

And when the Vignoble Nantais puts on its winter coat, this guinguette becomes Le Refuge Pont Caffino : warm plaids, a central fireplace where you can hear the logs crackling, a gourmet Savoyard cheese menu and big tables that bring people together. A mountain atmosphere to face the cold outside!

Designed as an accessible holiday destination, the guinguette welcomes visitors day and night. With its festive spirit, open-air artistic programme and uninterrupted view over the Maine and the Porte-Vue belvedere , it’s becoming a not-to-be-missed place to recharge your batteries, have a laugh and share a moment together.

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Guinguettes in the Vignoble Nantais: The Pont Caffino Guinguette
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Guinguette La Huchette in Château-Thébaud

La Guinguette la Huchette is located in the heart of the vineyards and the Maine valley, a 5-minute walk from Pont Caffino and 300 metres from the Porte-Vue in Château-Thébaud. Continuous wine service from Domaine Jérémie Huchet, organic craft beer, cold drinks, aperitif platter, local charcuterie and cheeses, tapas…

Guinguette de la Pierre Percée A green setting on the banks of the Loire

La Guinguette de la Pierre Percée, in Divatte-sur-Loire, is a bucolic open-air bar on the banks of the Loire.

In the glasses: wines from the Nantes region and local beers. On the plates: surprise! A dozen or so food trucks are on hand all summer long (Indian, Cuban, vegan, Asian, Breton, etc.).

And in your ears: French songs, rock, reggae, jazz, Latin music and DJ nights… Three free concerts a week! (Friday, Saturday and Sunday).

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Guinguettes in the Vignoble Nantais: Guinguette de la Pierre Percée
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Guinguette de la Pierre Percée

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Guinguettes in the Vignoble Nantais: Guinguette La Cabane, wine cellar in Mouzillon
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La Cabane

La Cabane A guinguette suspended over the vines

In the heart of the Mouzillon vineyards, the Paquereau brothers have brought an old sulphate shed back to life: La Cabane. This small, temporary bistro serves sharing plates, oysters on Sundays and, of course, the estate’s wines. A charming place to enjoy a drink overlooking the vines, in a peaceful setting.

Opening times and practical information

La Cabane

The Cabane du Domaine du Pontreau in Mouzillon is open from May to September:

Thursdays from 5pm to 10pm
Friday from 5pm to midnight
Saturday, 11am to midnight
Sundays from 10am to 2pm

The Cascade caravan A green setting in the heart of Clisson

From June in Clisson, La Cascade invites you to enjoy its Roulotte in the garden, on the banks of the Sèvre Nantaise.

Enjoy a refreshing mojito, glass of wine or homemade iced tea, accompanied by a charcuterie board, a bowl of cheeses, a burger, tapenade or bruschetta….

A convivial, gourmet experience to share with family and friends!

Le Chalet du Vignoble a new address in Château-Thébaud

Set in the lush greenery of the Domaine Drouard, Le Chalet du Vignoble is the new guinguette and vibrant bar of the Vignoble Nantais. Winegrowers from father to son, the Drouard brothers cultivate the art of wine and sharing.

Relaxed atmosphere, afterwork spirit and lively programme. DJ sets, concerts, stand-up comedy and themed evenings. All accompanied by glasses of Muscadet, Grolleau Gris or house Chardonnay. Creative cocktails, infused with Le Nantillais syrups, add an original touch to your summer aperitifs.

The guinguette at Lono The most rustic of the guinguettes in the Vignoble Nantais.

Overlooking the river Sèvre and vineyard slopes, the Guinguette à Lono is a warm and peaceful spot in La Haye-Fouassière. Elodie Camier serves simple food made from local produce, as well as outdoor games and live music in the evenings. The atmosphere is relaxed, family-friendly and intergenerational.

FAQ

How can I find a guinguette around me in the Vignoble Nantais?
What are the must-see guinguettes in Vignoble Nantais?
Some of the guinguettes in the Vignoble Nantais have become real landmarks for prolonging the day outdoors. In Maisdon-sur-Sèvre, the Pont Caffino guinguette livens up the banks of the Maine at the foot of the cliffs. In Divatte-sur-Loire, the Guinguette de la Pierre Percée opens onto the Loire with its programme of concerts and food trucks. In Mouzillon, La Cabane overlooks the vines in a former sulphate shed reinvented as an open-air bistro. Finally, in Château-Thébaud, La Huchette offers a convivial break in the heart of the vineyards, just a stone’s throw from Le Porte-Vue. Everywhere you look, you’ll find the same spirit: local wines, local produce and simple moments to share.
Can we eat in the guinguettes of the Vignoble Nantais?