Are you celebrating your wedding in cotton, leather, wood, or even porcelain, pearl, or emerald? Congratulations! Perhaps you’d like to commemorate the occasion and celebrate together? There’s nothing more romantic than a getaway for a wedding anniversary. It’s a perfect way to create a special setting to spend quality time with your partner. You could enjoy this escape at the wheel of a classic car, visiting some of the most magical spots in the Loire Valley, all within easy reach of Nantes. What do you think? Here are 5 ideas for escapades in the Nantes region to celebrate your wedding anniversary in style!
No. 1 / Organize a Loire Valley castle tour from Nantes to celebrate your wedding anniversary
Many couples make this promise. Visiting the Loire Valley castles is a traditional outing to do together at least once in a lifetime. So what better occasion than your wedding anniversary to do so?
And what could be easier than starting from Nantes to organize your tour? Indeed, one of the simplest ways to explore the Loire Valley castles is to follow the Loire River and its tributaries. You can find numerous maps offering interesting routes. You can adapt your circuit based on the number of vacation days you have and your preferences.
Here is a list of the most must-see castles in the Loire Valley:
- Royal Château of Blois;
- Château de Chambord;
- Château de Chenonceau;
- Château de Cheverny;
- Château de Villandry;
- Royal Château of Amboise;
- Domaine de Chaumont-Sur-Loire;
- Château d’Azay-le-Rideau;
- Château de Chinon;
- Château de Langeais;
- Château de Valençay, etc.
The list is long! There are more than 300 castles registered, so you have plenty to explore!
No. 2 / Embark on an Atlantic coast getaway in a classic car for a romantic and unique weekend
Would you like to plan something a bit more bucolic? The Voitures Passion team has put together an unusual getaway plan for couples along the Atlantic coast. Interested? Rent the classic car of your choice and set out to enjoy the sea air, the coastal atmosphere, and breathtaking landscapes.
Start your journey along the Martinière Canal and head to the village of Paimbœuf. Delight your eyes before discovering Paimbœuf and its colorful fishermen’s houses along the Loire.
Continue by crossing the Saint-Nazaire bridge and reach Guérande, Le Croisic, and Pornichet. These coastal towns are full of treasures to see, taste, and admire. They are rich in history and have a well-preserved heritage.
After this detour, continue your journey to the Jade Coast. Lush seaside towns await you to complete your romantic day.
No. 3 / Discover the Nantes vineyard on a wedding anniversary trip
Follow our road book and explore the Nantes vineyard aboard a beautifully restored classic car. Lose yourself in the vineyards just minutes from Nantes in Loire-Atlantique. You could start your tour in the village of Passay.
The village is not directly linked to wine, but it offers magnificent views over the Lac de Grand Lieu. It is one of the largest bird reserves in France, which nature lovers will surely appreciate.
Continue your road trip to Vertou where you can stop for lunch. You won’t want to miss the Chaussée des Moines along the Sèvre Nantaise. Numerous restaurant addresses are suggested in the road book for an intimate lunch for two.
In the afternoon of your anniversary, treat your eyes to beautiful sights. Observe the Butte de la Roche and then head to Château du Coing in the heart of the vineyard to taste some Muscadets.
Then continue to Château de Goulaine, a Renaissance castle surrounded by vineyards and large trees. You can also stop at the Nantes Vineyard Museum to learn more about the grape varieties of the region.
Finish your vineyard tour in Clisson, a town that is equally beautiful day and night. Be charmed by its medieval castle, historic market halls, Romanesque church, and many other points of interest.
Who knows, you may even have the pleasure of tasting wine again that you drank on your wedding day? Or you could select wines for a vow renewal if that appeals to you.
No. 4 / Go as a couple to Noirmoutier and Île de Ré
Looking for a romantic atmosphere to mark this special day? From the coast, it’s easy to reach Noirmoutier and Île de Ré. Stroll along the prettiest beaches, dip your feet in the salty water, enjoy the sea breeze, and caress the fine sand.
Slow down and enjoy the wild nature that is absolutely mesmerizing. For example, you could visit Noirmoutier in one day, focusing on the must-see spots.
You can reach Île de Ré on the second day, which takes about 2 hours 30 minutes from Noirmoutier. Saint-Martin-de-Ré, Couarde-sur-Mer, Sainte-Marie-de-Ré, and Ars-en-Ré: many villages await your visit. Trace the history of the island by visiting Saint-Martin church, the Châteliers Abbey, the Ars-en-Ré bell tower, the Saint-Martin fortifications, and Fort La Prée.
No. 5 / Celebrate your union in the 44, around the Brière Regional Park
Want to change scenery near Nantes to celebrate your wedding anniversary? Choose a car from our Nantes fleet and set off for the Brière Park! Start your drive along the Martinière Canal to Paimbœuf.
Continue to the Brière Natural Park, where you can enjoy an exceptional moment observing the natural landscapes around you. This part of the journey is purely contemplative, giving you the feeling of having reached the “end of the world,” with the surrounding calm being very captivating.
Our road book includes some must-visit addresses to enhance your drive and cover a few kilometers in a classic car. For lunch, stop at Mare aux Oiseaux, a starred restaurant perfect for a romantic dinner.
In the afternoon, head to Guérande, the famous salt marsh town between marshes and ocean—it’s worth the detour.
Our classic car routes are full of tips, but you can perfectly adapt them to make this anniversary day an exclusive rendezvous with your life partner. Once again, happy wedding anniversary to you!
