La Maison du Lac de Grand-Lieu is a unique space dedicated to discovering one of the most beautiful wetlands in Europe, renowned for its exceptional wealth of biodiversity: the Lac de Grand-Lieu! It’s the largest natural lake in the French plains in winter and, with its 270 different bird species (including the biggest colony of grey herons), the second largest bird reserve in the country after La Camargue.
The Maison du Lac de Grand-Lieu offers a 2-and-a-half-hour visit spread over 3 stops: the exhibition center, the pathway, the Pavilion and its observation terrace. Discover the region’s different landscapes and their unique qualities.The visit ends at the Pavilion terrace, a magical view of the lake, where the reserve’s birds put on their daily show!
Rue du lac 44830 Bouaye
How to get there?
Dates and opening hours can be found here.
Free for PASS Nantes holders
Book PASS Nantes
From €4 to €8.
Free under 6 years old.
Online reservation recommended.
The Maison du Lac de Grand-Lieu has held the “Qualité Tourisme” and “Tourisme et Handicap” labels (renewed in 2023) since 2015.
All areas are accessible with ramps, lifts, adapted toilets, adapted height and inclination of the museographic devices.
Some difficulty is expected on the educational trail (1km out – 1km back)
People can be self-sufficient – but preferably with assistance on the path.
