Pornic, le coeur de ville et son paysage médiéval

Plunge into the heart of Pornic's medieval history... The tour "The heart of the town and its medieval landscape" is a journey back in time, where you will discover the rich past of this port town.

During the Middle Ages, Pornic was the seat of a castellany belonging to the barony of Rais in the same way as those of Machecoul, Princé and Prigny.
The small medieval town was organised around three centres: the castle, the market and the church.
It developed a maritime economy thanks to its location in the centre of the bay and at the mouth of a navigable river.
This tour will help you spot the remains of this medieval past and understand the strategic importance of the Pornic site.

Take in the unique atmosphere of this fortified town as you wander through its picturesque streets... A great opportunity to discover Pornic's rich medieval heritage and understand the strategic importance of this seaside town in another era.

Our favourites :

The Château de Pornic, standing proudly on its rocky outcrop
Pornic's old port: upstream from Pornic's marinas, this pretty port nestling in the heart of the town has a charm all of its own.
Saint-Gilles church: a beautiful Romanesque building rebuilt in the 19th century


Whether you're a history buff or simply curious and looking to discover new things, this tour is sure to delight you. The guide can be downloaded below, or is available in paper format from your 7 Tourist Offices.

1 h
2 km

Find out more about the history of the town.