The tower of Saint-Guénolé
Presentation
Reopening on 12 June subject to the evolution of sanitary measures.
Magnificent building overlooking the Presqu'île, the Tower of the Saint-Guénolé church was built in the 17th century. From the top of its 70 m, it offers a breathtaking view of the ocean and the salt marshes, the most beautiful panorama in the region.
The balustraded terrace is accessible thanks to an interior spiral staircase with 184 steps. On a clear day, you can see the islands of Noirmoutier and Belle-Île-en-Mer.
Tickets are on sale up to 30 minutes before closing time. Closed in case of bad weather.
Departures every half hour. Duration of the visit: 25 minutes maximum. Capacity limited to 6 people, masks must be worn.
Magnificent building overlooking the Presqu'île, the Tower of the Saint-Guénolé church was built in the 17th century. From the top of its 70 m, it offers a breathtaking view of the ocean and the salt marshes, the most beautiful panorama in the region.
The balustraded terrace is accessible thanks to an interior spiral staircase with 184 steps. On a clear day, you can see the islands of Noirmoutier and Belle-Île-en-Mer.
Tickets are on sale up to 30 minutes before closing time. Closed in case of bad weather.
Departures every half hour. Duration of the visit: 25 minutes maximum. Capacity limited to 6 people, masks must be worn.
Opening day(s)
From Thursday 01 July to Tuesday 31 August 2021
Every day
10:00 to 18:30
From Wednesday 01 to Thursday 30 September 2021
Every day
10:00 to 12:30 and 14:00 to 18:00
Clasification, Labels, Chains
- Labels and Brands :
Information
- Visit/Heritage :
- Panorama
- Church/chapel/Collegiate
- Heritage (castles, monuments, megaliths)
- Kind of visits :
- Visit at your leisure
- Nationwide Event :
- Takes part in les Journées Européennes du Patrimoine
- Group Reception :
- Maximum number of people/maximum capacity 10
Equipment & Services
- On Site Services :
- Free parking
Accessibility
- Disabled Acess :
Destination
Tour Saint-Guénolé
Place du Garnal
44740
BATZ SUR MER
GPS coordinates
Latitude : 47.27726
Longitude : -2.48030
- Geographical Location :
- Distance from a bus stop 0.2 km
- Distance from the railway station 0.5 km
- Distance from the beaches 0.8 km
- Distance from the coast 0.3 km
- Distance from a place to swim 0.3 km
- Velocean bike path (5 km max)
- GR® 34 (2 km max from the track)
Tarifs
| Fares | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|
| Enfant de moins de 12 ans | ||
| Child | 1.00€ | |
| Adult | 2.00€ | |
Contact
The tower of Saint-Guénolé
Place du Garnal
44740
BATZ SUR MER
Phone : +33 2 40 23 92 36