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Shopping The guide was updated: 2025-05-05

If you enjoy shopping, you’ll love Nantes. Here, window-shopping even has its own verb: crébillonner—named after Rue Crébillon, the city’s iconic shopping street lined with top designer brands and unique local labels. The street leads to the elegant Passage Pommeraye, a 19th-century shopping arcade that’s as beautiful as the boutiques it houses—a must for any visitor.

Don’t miss the Marché de Talensac on Place de Talensac, the city’s largest market, open every day except Monday. Bargain hunters should head to Rue Jean Jaurès and around Place Viarme, where the city’s flea market springs to life every Saturday morning.

Passage Pommeraye

Passage Pommeraye

A gem of 19th-century architecture, the Passage Pommeraye has been charming visitors since the 1840s. With its grand staircase, glass roof, and elegant sculptures, this three-level arcade is as much a sightseeing stop as it is a shopping destination. Lined with refined boutiques, it’s a place to browse, linger, and take in one of Europe’s most beautiful covered passages.

Crébillon Street

Crébillon Street

Can you crébillonner? In Nantes, that means window shopping while strolling up and down the elegant Rue Crébillon—so yes, you can. This central street is lined with upscale boutiques, designer stores, and stylish shopfronts, making it a favourite spot for both locals and visitors to browse, wander, and soak in the city’s chic atmosphere.

Bouffay Area

Bouffay Area

The Bouffay district is the historic heart of Nantes, where medieval half-timbered houses meet a lively mix of shops, cafés, and bars. It’s a favourite for browsing local boutiques or stopping at Galeries Lafayette, right in the middle of the action.

Centre Commercial Beaulieu

Centre Commercial Beaulieu

Centre Commercial Beaulieu is the largest shopping destination in the city centre of Nantes, boasting over 100 shops. It features bold and modern architecture crafted by the talented Patrick Bouchain, imparting a distinctive personality to the complex.

Fromagerie Beillevaire

Fromagerie Beillevaire

Cheese holds a cherished place in French culinary culture, and if you're looking to bring home a piece of this integral part of French gastronomy, be sure to visit Fromagerie Beillevaire. They are renowned for their exceptional range of homemade cheeses and dairy products, including yoghurts and butter, along with a diverse selection of cheeses sourced directly from artisanal and farmhouse producers across the country, ensuring a delicious array of options for cheese lovers.

Les Rigolettes Nantaises

Les Rigolettes Nantaises

Les Rigolettes Nantaises is a beloved local confectionery known for its namesake sweets—fruit-filled hard candies created in Nantes in 1902. Inside this charming boutique, you'll find an array of colourful treats and other classic French confections, perfect for a nostalgic indulgence or a gift that captures the local flavour.

Chocolatier Gautier Debotté

Chocolatier Gautier Debotté

Since 1977, Gautier Debotté and his family have been treating Nantes to exquisite chocolates, refined pastries, and sweet creations that reflect generations of craftsmanship. Located in the city centre, the boutique offers everything from delicate pralines and seasonal desserts to artisanal ice creams.

Biscuiterie La Trinitaine

Biscuiterie La Trinitaine

La Trinitaine, an iconic Breton heritage brand founded in 1955, has a rich history centred on biscuit-making expertise passed down through generations within the family. Original recipes and a forward-thinking mindset define their legacy to ensure continued innovation and the development of new products.

ABC Terroirs

ABC Terroirs

ABC Terroirs brings together the best of the region under one roof. This charming delicatessen showcases carefully selected products from over 150 local producers—wines, gourmet boxes, and gift-ready baskets filled with artisanal treats. It’s an ideal stop to pick up a tasteful souvenir or something delicious to take home.

Chocolaterie Vincent Guerlais

Chocolaterie Vincent Guerlais

Vincent Guerlais is one of Nantes’ most acclaimed artisan chocolatiers, known for his bold creativity and flawless execution. His boutiques are filled with refined chocolates, playful pastries, and colourful macarons—a must for anyone with a sweet tooth.

Galeries Lafayette

Galeries Lafayette

Galeries Lafayette, France’s iconic department store, brings fashion, beauty, and lifestyle together in the heart of Nantes. From designer collections to everyday essentials, discover a curated selection of menswear, womenswear, childrenswear, accessories, and beauty products—all under one stylish roof.

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