About the area:
Nantes, the capital of the Pays de la Loire région, is a major seaport near the mouth of the Loire River in northwest France. The city is a center of the high-tech and aeronautics industries and is home to the University of Nantes, a highly ranked Ecole de Commerce, and many research institutions. Nantes is considered one of the most desirable places to live in France, with many beautiful parks and gardens, many museums and lively arts and music festivals.