Le Castel Marie-Louise

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Explore the salt marshes

Just outside Guérande, the salt marshes form a multitude of shallow basins where the light reflects differently every hour. Shadowing a salt worker, you'll discover the precise techniques used to harvest fleur de sel, crystallized by the wind and the sun. Among the salt pans, traditional tools tell a story of centuries-old expertise that’s still very much alive today. Conclude your experience with a tasting, allowing you to appreciate the delicate flavors of this salt, among the most well-known in the world.

Explore Brière Regional Natural Park

A few miles from La Baule, the canals of the Brière weave between reedbeds, meadows and islets dotted with thatched cottages. Aboard a flat-bottomed boat piloted by a local expert, you'll journey through this network of calm waters, encountering herons, songbirds and the wild irises that adorn the banks. A truly unique way to explore the nature and architectural heritage that shapes the identity of this carefully preserved landscape.

An introduction to oenology

In the intimate atmosphere of Castel Marie-Louise's cellars, a sommelier will initiate you in the subtleties of wine tasting. You’ll explore the diversity of terroir through a selection of French wines, guided by expert commentary, observing their color, comparing aromas, and learning to interpret the balance of particular vintages. Peppered with anecdotes about the profession and packed with sensory discoveries, this enjoyable, interactive session provides insights that will help you understand what makes a great wine stand out.

Longevity as an art form

In La Baule, the ORA center invites you to discover a holistic approach to health and vitality, based around preventative care that creates equilibrium in body and mind. Nutrition, movement, recovery and stress management all feature within personalized programs that reflect the latest insights into aging. Two types of stays are offered at the Castel Marie-Louise: the 3-day/4-night Check-Up program, or the 6-day/7-night Longevity stay.