{"id":3593,"date":"2021-10-22T07:14:39","date_gmt":"2021-10-22T07:14:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=3593"},"modified":"2023-10-09T16:33:11","modified_gmt":"2023-10-09T16:33:11","slug":"15-classic-souvenirs-from-nantes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/15-classic-souvenirs-from-nantes\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Classic Souvenirs from Nantes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Nantes.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Nantes.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Nantes-300x175.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Nantes, a charming town on the Loire River in upper Brittany, has a storied past as a port and manufacturing center. It is home to the renovated, magnificent Ch\u00e2teau des Ducs de Bretagne, which the Dukes of Brittany used as their summer capital. The ruined castle is a great local treasure, with its magnificent, multi-dimensional exhibits, and a fascinating walking path atop its high-wartred parapets. &#8212;Columbus, &#8220;The Mayan destroyer&#8221;; Saint Martin, &#8220;the windmaker&#8221;; and Nantes, &#8220;the lover&#8217;s town&#8221; are among the many other names for this beautiful river town. The annual Saint Martin&#8217;s Day festival, with its lively bars and restaurants, colorful fairs and local crafts, is one of the highlights of the local calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you enjoy shopping, Nantes is the ideal shop to visit. The city is known for its high-quality silks, vases and other decorative items, many of which are exported to other countries. If you don&#8217;t want to buy something, take some time to tour the sights. Nantes is known for its fabulous architectural masterpieces and its collections of exquisite works of art. If you are in the mood for fine arts and culture, consider visiting a gallery or a museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Souvenirs are abundant and inexpensive in Nantes. Nantes has numerous small souvenir shops, as well as large chain stores that carry souvenirs from all over France and even from other parts of the world. There is no shortage of choices: A visit to a souvenir shop in Nantes will leave you feeling happy and surprised at the variety of items you can buy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have an interest in handicrafts, you can start your shopping right away in Nantes. The city is known for its ceramic artisans and glass artists. A trip to one of the museums in Nantes will allow you to see the creation of a terracotta wall, a terracotta pottery piece or a terracotta roof. You will also find a number of artisans making accessories from ceramic or glass. The handicrafts in Nantes may be prepared by families or small workshops and thus are affordable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more authentic French gifts and souvenirs, head to Nantes&#8217; gift shops. The Chateau des Beaux-Arts is among the most famous gift shops in town. Here you will find exquisite costume jewelry, crystal balls and glass ornaments. If you prefer, there are also a number of pastry shops. In addition, the Chateau de la Republique has its own gift shop. Here you can buy unique souvenirs such as handbags, pocket watches and key rings among others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If souvenirs are more your style, you should visit the Galerie Nantes. The Galerie Nantes specializes in original paintings, prints and sculptures from Nantes. The unique paintings in this gallery are guaranteed to delight all art lovers. You will find unique creations by local artists in this gallery. Whether you are shopping for yourself or as a gift for another special person, there is no better place to shop than at Nantes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nantes, a charming town on the Loire River in upper Brittany, has a storied past as a port and manufacturing center. It is home to the renovated, magnificent Ch\u00e2teau des Ducs de Bretagne, which the Dukes of Brittany used as their summer capital. 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