The lofty setting of Pont Caffino is surrounded by steep cliffs, and covered with grapevines on the Maisdon-sur-Sèvre side. On the other side, a church and Château-Thébaud town hall overlook the canyon-like landscape.
Pont Caffino – whose name comes from the word caffine (i.e., a quarry) – has had several lives: first a flour mill, then a quarry whose stone was used to make cobblestones for Nantes’ streets, which were shipped up the Maine River.
Today, Pont Caffino offers many outdoor activities for all to enjoy.
Leisure centre in the heart of the Nantes vineyards
Canoe, kayak and paddle rental: from May to end September (in April and October on reservation).
Climbing / archery: contact the leisure centre for information.
Zip line: from April to October on Wednesdays 15:30 – 18:00 and the 4th Saturday of the month 15:00 – 19:00. In July and August every Saturday 15:30 – 19:00.
Information and booking : Pont Caffino leisure centre +33 (0)2 40 06 54 07
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Activity : “The secrets of Pont Caffino”, Maisdon-sur-Sèvre
As special agents, a new mission awaits you in the old quarry, which has many secrets still to reveal!
Treasure hunt – 2 hours
Single rate: €10 per person
Age 10 and up, children must be accompanied by at least one adult.
Saturdays 4 May, 22 June, 20 July, 17 August and 21 September between 10:00 and 15:30
Information and booking at the Pont-Caffino leisure base on +33 (0)2 40 06 54 07
Base de loisirs de Pont Caffino 44690 Château-Thébaud
How to get there?
T. +33 (0)2 40 06 54 07
Website
2022: Site open all year round, 8am-8.30pm.
Information and reservations at the Pont Caffino nature leisure centre: 02 40 06 54 07