In the Footsteps of Pornichet's Founders

Away from the main avenues, this guided tour invites you to discover a more hidden side of Pornichet through the stories and places of those who helped shape the town.

During this intimate stroll, admire the understated and often overlooked villas in the town center, which bear witness to unique destinies and remarkable human stories. Pioneering nuns of thalassotherapy, an orphanage, former stables, mansions designed by shipowners… each stop reveals a fragment of local history and a different side of the seaside resort.

Combining heritage, memory, and personal stories, this tour offers a thoughtful look at the origins of Pornichet and the men and women who helped shape its identity.