Le Cellier :
An ideal living environment for families, at the gateway to Nantes
With a population of over 4,000, Le Cellier is a real "little gem", a "haven of peace" where you can "really feel at home". Situated just 25 km from Nantes, the town's natural landscapes and renowned vineyards are a real draw. It's an ideal place to live, with everything designed to meet the needs of families, including the banks of the Loire at your feet.
4 reasons to fall for Le Cellier :
Finding a stress-free job
Industry, agriculture, crafts... there's no shortage of job opportunities in Le Cellier! With two dynamic business parks and booming sectors, you might just find your next job here. And if the job of your dreams is a little further away, don't worry: the roads and trains will connect you easily to the larger neighbouring towns of Ancenis-Saint-Géréon and Nantes.
To look after you and your children.
When it comes to health, Le Cellier has a genuine space dedicated to care. You'll find a variety of health professionals ready to help you: doctors, physiotherapists, osteopaths, nurses, speech therapists, etc.
This healthcare ecosystem is designed to guarantee your well-being and that of your family. For specific needs or more complex care, the Ancenis-Saint-Géréon and Nantes hospitals are only a few kilometres away, providing fast, efficient care. Le Cellier makes a point of offering families a welcoming environment for children of all ages. Nurseries and schools are available to support children from birth through to adolescence.
Favouring short distribution channels
Eating locally has never been easier. There's a choice of local producers (arboriculturists, market gardeners -AMAP, direct sales- and winegrowers), food artisans and even a traditional brewery. To round off your daily needs, there's also a mini-market and the market traders welcome you on Wednesday mornings, offering a wide range of local produce.
Experience the life of a castle and discover a rich heritage
Heritage lovers, prepare to be dazzled. Château de la Forêt invites you to immerse yourself in local history with its majestic architecture and the possibility of organising cultural events there. At Château de Clermont, you can follow in the footsteps of its former owner, Louis de Funès, and events can also be held there. Le Cellier's heritage is not confined to châteaux, but also includes the church of Saint Martin (with its listed frescoes), the chapel of St Méen, manor houses, historic residences, mills, calvaries and other elements of built and industrial heritage (such as APLIX, although not open to visitors).
Efforts to improve our welcome
The commune is constantly thinking about ways to improve the welcome it offers to visitors and residents alike. Ideas are being discussed to improve signposting, particularly on the RD723 and the towpath, develop new route maps (topo-guide type), create cycle and pedestrian paths, and improve safety in the town centre, where it is suggested that the speed limit be set at 30 km/h.
Must-sees for exploring Le Cellier as a family?
Le Cellier offers a wealth of opportunities for family leisure and discovery.
- Nature and landscapes: Wander through the rolling countryside, shaped by vineyards, or explore remarkable natural areas such as Les Coulées and the Île Neuve. The Île Neuve, in particular, is a remarkable landscape, historical and natural heritage site, with its avenue of pollarded ash trees, its remarkable oak and poplar trees, and the Île Neuve farm, testimony to past farming activities. Picnic areas are available.
- Walks and hikes: There are many routes to explore. These include the Île Neuve, Château de Clermont and Folies-Siffait circuits (currently closed to visitors for the Gardens), and "In the footsteps of St Méen-St Martin". The GR3 also passes through the commune, and there is a variant of the Loire à Vélo. Please note that some routes may be difficult to access due to private ownership.
- Viewpoints and panoramas: Get up high and enjoy exceptional views of the Loire from sites such as the little chapel in the village of Saint-Méen or the Thébaudières car park.
- Heritage and History: Follow in the footsteps of celebrities such as Louis de Funès and the painter William Turner. Explore typical old villages (Vandel, la Saulzaie, St Méen, etc.) or discover elements of built heritage (historic residences, mills, coves). There are plans for a pedestrian trail through the centre of the town, highlighting the historic houses.
- The Loire: In addition to the views, explore the Loire via its access points, slipways (Beau-Rivage, Francis Poul) and movable pontoons, or consider boat trips.
