Live Cams in Pays de la Loire

The Pays de la Loire region of France is located in the western part of the country, with Nantes serving as its capital. This city stands as the principal economic center in the northwest and ranks as the sixth largest city in France. The region is made up of five departments, including two that are along the coast, and is home to the Loire, the longest river in France. Popular coastal resorts in the area include La Baule, Le Croisic, and Sables-d’Olonne. The key port is situated in the city of Saint Nazaire, right at the mouth of the Loire River. Moving inland, visitors will find charming historic towns throughout the Loire Valley and picturesque rural departments that emphasize the natural beauty of the area. Population: over 3.5 million Capital: Nantes Other notable cities: Angers, Le Mans, La Roche-sur-Yon, Cholet, and Saint-Nazaire Key attractions: Castles of Ducs de Bretagne, Saumur, Brissac, and Angers; Cathedrals of St. Julien-Le Mans and Luçon; the Napoléon statue (1854); Marais Poitevin, known as The Green Venice; Brière Regional Natural Park; Phare du Croisic