La Baule-Escoublac – formerly known as La Baule – is a popular resort on the west coast of France. Boasting one of the most beautiful beaches on the country’s Atlantic coastline, La Baule-Escoublac is a chic and sophisticated place with plenty of activities on offer, as well as a range of upmarket accommodation options. The town boasts boutique stores, a golf course and the popular Casino Barriere, while away from the seafront you will discover pine forests and 19th-century villas, some of which can be visited on guided tours. However, it is the nine-kilometre Plage de la Baule that is the centre of activity, with boating, yachting and sailing available, while the gentle slope of the shore makes the beach a great swimming-area for children.