7-Day Relaxed France Road Trip from La Rochelle to Nantes

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through France begins when you reach La Rochelle, where you’ll stay for a total of 3 nights.

La Rochelle is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. Around 5,404 visitors have rated this fascinating park and travel destination an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Exploring the food culture in La Rochelle offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip.

An excellent example is The Jolly Sailor. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

If you’re curious about what La Rochelle looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Barracuda La Rochelle, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 847 reviews.

The Famous Pub offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in La Rochelle. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers.

Locals like unwinding at The Children of Rock. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,254 customers and is a perfect place for socializing.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in France! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in France!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Artigues-près-Bordeaux, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Artigues-près-Bordeaux will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating park, the stunning Charruyer Park of La Rochelle. Around 5,404 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular La Rochelle Aquarium, a popular aquarium and another top-rated attraction in Artigues-près-Bordeaux.

You might discover a new thing or two about the city at the incredible Musée maritime de La Rochelle. This local attraction is an amazing museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,865 visitors.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Artigues-près-Bordeaux. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Artigues-près-Bordeaux and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Artigues-près-Bordeaux that will make your self-drive tour in France more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Artigues-près-Bordeaux to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of La Rochelle for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of France by eating at one of the best restaurants in La Rochelle.

With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 108 customers, the dining experience Le 1835 offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in France.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Café Corniche, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in La Rochelle is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at The Jolly Sailor, another well-known bar in La Rochelle. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 903 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is Corrigans Traditional Irish Pub. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 262 customers, Corrigans Traditional Irish Pub is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of La Rochelle.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in France is all about!

On day 3 of your laid-back and relaxed road trip adventure, you’ll have the chance to visit two remarkable areas in France. Since this self-drive tour offers freedom and flexibility, you can decide how much time you want to spend in each place to enjoy the memorable travel destinations in France.

Your first destination is the beautiful city of La Roche Sur Yon. As the day progresses, you’ll continue your in-depth tour of the country in the city of La Roche-sur-Yon. You’ll spend 3 nights in Nantes.

Take the opportunity to relax while admiring what the city has to offer. While on a relaxed road trip, one of the best places to explore in the city is the remarkable Charruyer Park of La Rochelle. This park and popular sightseeing spot has an average rating of 4.4 over 5 stars from 5,404 visitors.

Another top sight worth checking out is the amazing La Rochelle Aquarium. This aquarium and go-to attraction has an average rating of 4.1 over 5 stars from 6,656 travelers.

If you’re looking for another unforgettable attraction to explore during your laid-back trip, the wonderful Musée maritime de La Rochelle is the perfect place for you. This museum and travel location has received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,865 reviewers.

While exploring the city of La Roche Sur Yon, we highly recommend you join one of its top-rated tours. Joining a tour will allow you to better understand the local culture in France, meet new people, and create memorable experiences, while you comfortably enjoy.

After a fun experience in La Roche Sur Yon, buckle up and enjoy a relaxing drive to your next stop, the incredible city of La Roche-sur-Yon. This is your opportunity to create more unforgettable memories in France and discover the wonderful La Roche-sur-Yon.

While in La Roche-sur-Yon, take a break at one of its best attractions, the great Municipal Park Landreau. This park and popular site has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 442 reviews.

This travel spotis a go-to place in La Roche-sur-Yon.

As this day of your laid-back exploration of the best attractions in France comes to a close, continue your relaxed road trip adventure in Nantes. Drive leisurely, enjoy the views, and listen to some good music. In Nantes, you’ll choose from the best hotels and places to stay in the city and restore your energy.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, take it easy and have a wonderful dinner at one of the best restaurants in Nantes. Check out Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes, a top choice in France due to its excellent meals and service.

Another Nantes restaurant to try is a local favorite, Pickles.

If you’re looking for another must-visit option, Le Fou du Roi is a perfect choice. This popular restaurant in Nantes has a score of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,032 people.

After dinner, many travelers enjoy hanging out and unwinding at some of the top bars in Nantes. The popular Gigg's Irish Pub has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,840 customers and is the perfect place to fully appreciate your unhurried and relaxed road trip vacation in France.

You could also relax with a drink at another popular bar like Le Labo. This hang-out has an average rating of 4.6 from 737 individuals.

If you want to visit another place, the locals of Nantes recommend Fleming's Irish Pub. Due to its local reputation, this bar boasts an average rating of 4.3 over 5 stars from 935 individuals.

Celebrate another day of your relaxing road trip through France with a toast at a top-rated bar in Nantes!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Nantes, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Nantes will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating urban park, the stunning Jardin extraordinaire (Nantes). Around 3,025 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular Machines of the Isle of Nantes, a popular art project and another top-rated attraction in Nantes.

You might discover a new thing or two about the city at the incredible Natural History Museum. This local attraction is an amazing library that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,896 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding parc de Procé will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in France more memorable. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,256 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through France is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

If you’re feeling a little eager to wander around the city a bit more, we recommend you visit the fantastic parc de la Gaudinière. Parc de la Gaudinière is a well-loved park by locals and tourists alike, and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,417 visitors.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Nantes. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Nantes and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Nantes that will make your self-drive tour in France more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Nantes to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Nantes for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of France by eating at one of the best restaurants in Nantes.

With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 873 customers, the dining experience Inde et Vous offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in France.

Le Bouchon is another pleasant place to eat in Nantes. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 650 customers.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that locals enjoy, check out L'instinct gourmand and try their flavorful menu. This local favorite has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 573 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Les BerThoM, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Nantes is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 704 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Bar Le Cercle Rouge Nantes, another well-known bar in Nantes. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 659 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is Bootlegger. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 344 customers, Bootlegger is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Nantes.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in France is all about!

On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Nantes, where you’ll be staying for another 1 night. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Nantes will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating top-tier point of interest, the stunning Le Lieu Unique. Around 5,945 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular Château des ducs de Bretagne, a popular museum and another top-rated attraction in Nantes. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,724 visitors, this amazing sightseeing spot attracts approximately 167,867 travelers every year.

You might discover a new thing or two about the city at the incredible Botanical Garden. This local attraction is an amazing park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,694 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Park La Beaujoire will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in France more memorable. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,085 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through France is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

If you’re feeling a little eager to wander around the city a bit more, we recommend you visit the fantastic Parc de la Chantrerie. Parc de la Chantrerie is a well-loved park by locals and tourists alike, and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,457 visitors.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Nantes. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Nantes and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Nantes that will make your self-drive tour in France more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Nantes to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Nantes for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of France by eating at one of the best restaurants in Nantes.

With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 538 customers, the dining experience L'Abelia offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in France.

Lamaccotte - Restaurant Nantes is another pleasant place to eat in Nantes. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 426 customers.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that locals enjoy, check out Restaurant Art'N Blum - Restaurant Nantes and try their flavorful menu. This local favorite has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 388 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Belle de Jour, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Nantes is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 221 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Crêperie Ker Breizh, another well-known bar in Nantes. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 591 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is KITKAT Bar. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 479 customers, KITKAT Bar is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Nantes.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in France is all about!

Day 6 of your easy and relaxed road trip through France gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Nantes. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of La Rochelle, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Île de Versailles (Nantes) is waiting for you. This river island has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,112 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Grand Blotterau Parc. This unique park is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,157 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Parc de la Sèvre. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,222 visitors, this park is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Château de Clisson, Grand Patrimoine de Loire-Atlantique. This popular top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,132 people.

If you’re keen to continue your discovery, make your way to Domaine de la Garenne Lemot, Grand Patrimoine de Loire-Atlantique. This attraction is a valued park in the area that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,036 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Nantes has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in France. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of La Rochelle. In La Rochelle, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in France.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Lili la Rochelle. Lili la Rochelle is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 212 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Les Têtes Brulées. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 190 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Mc Nulty's. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Mc Nulty's is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 356 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through France!

Day 7 of your relaxed road trip in France is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in La Rochelle.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of La Rochelle once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in France on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Charruyer Park of La Rochelle is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in La Rochelle. This top sight is a popular park, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,404 visitors.

Another great place to visit is La Rochelle Aquarium. This impressive aquarium has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 6,656 reviews.

For some final sightseeing, you can also stop at Musée maritime de La Rochelle. This outstanding museum has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,865 travelers.

Unwind and look back at the past 7 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in La Rochelle or just grab something light to keep you going.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to La Rochelle and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 7-day relaxed road trip in France is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.