Known and loved by locals, as ”the place to be” once the weather is clement and you feel like get- ting a drink by the water without having to leave downtown.
Inspired by the many laundry boats that once floated along the Erdre River in the 19th century, the Bateau Lavoir is the brainchild of François Delarozière and Pierre Oréfice, co-creators of the Machines de l’Île.
This guinguette is a lively spot with weekly events. In 2024, a new chapter begins after a several monthslong transformation, with a project overseen by Philippe Brémond, and a partnership with Michelinstarred chef Mathieu Pérou.
The banks of Erdre River
Want to see real floating islands, a laundry barge transformed into a tavern, and shelters for the local fauna and flora? Then the banks of the Erdre River are well worth a visit! Enjoy the certified river heritage and walks along the quaysides, take a break on sunny patio tables before visiting the Maison de l’Erdre on Île de Versailles, and see the converted houseboats that are moored there.
Île de Versailles
Covering 1.7 hectares. This artificial island created in 1831, was originally used by naval tanners and carpenters, before being turned into a Japanese style garden from 1983 onwards. The layout of the rock gardens and waterfalls intertwine with 3 Japanese inspired buildings. The ‘Maison de l’Erdre’ is home to a Zen garden and holds exhibitions on river life.
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Quai Ceineray 44000 Nantes
How to get there?
Parking(s) nearby: Parking Cathédrale, Parking Bellamy, Parking Talensac, Parking Decré-Bouffay
Public transport: Bonde, 50 Otages, Talensac, St-Mihiel, Foch - Cathédrale
Self-service bicycles: Préfecture (n°1), Cours Sully (n°65), Talensac Sud (n°21), Hôtel De Ville (n°2), Foch (n°32), Brossard (n°5), Versailles (n°24), Verdun (n°48), Saint Clément (n°64), Talensac Nord (n°71)
Closed today.
Closed in winter.
No reservation required.
Quay is cobblestoned : graded and uneven surface.
