Permaculture Workshops in Loire-Atlantique, Near Nantes and Brittany

Less than an hour from Nantes,Éco-Domaine La Fontaine in Pornic by the sea—offers a variety of workshops throughout the year, tailored to the seasons and your interests.
Suitable for all ages, our activities help you reconnect with your surroundings, your food, and your mind. Moments of joy and connection that you’ll remember for a long time!
“Because making things with your own hands feels good!”

Permaculture Design Retreats and Courses in the gardens of the Éco-Domaine in Pornic, near Nantes

Introduction to Permaculture

Upcoming Dates

April 11–12, 2026
September 26–27, 2026

After this weekend, you’ll be able to design your living space according to the principles of permaculture.

Prices: 240€
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Permaculture Workshop: Permaculture Vegetable Garden

Upcoming Dates

April 24–25–26, 2026
May 15–16–17, 2026
October 9–10–11, 2026

Discover the permaculture vegetable garden! A highly productive food garden that requires no tilling, almost no weeding, and very little water!

Prices: €290
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– 4 Days / 4 Seasons –

The Vegetable Garden from A to Z 

Permaculture: The Vegetable Garden from A to Z

Upcoming Dates

March 21 – May 2, 2026
June 20 – October 17, 2026

Personalized guidance to transform your vegetable garden into a place of natural abundance. Over the course of four Saturdays, from March through October, come ask Mathieu—a permaculture farmer—all your questions; he’ll guide you through the mysteries of each season:

  • Why aren't my seedlings growing?
  • How do you get rid of slugs?
  • How do I start my compost?

During the mentoring sessions, you'll take part in hands-on workshops in the vegetable gardens.

Prices: €480 (4 days)
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herbal tea workshop in Pornic, eco-friendly La Fontaine estate

Upcoming Dates

July 18, 2026

A day of sensory exploration to learn how to make your own herbal tea. Guided by Léna, you’ll set out to discover the aromatic and medicinal plants in the gardens, then visit the artisanal drying room to learn how they’re processed.

Harvesting, blending, and tasting punctuate the day, before you create, name, and take home your own personalized herbal tea. A moment of meditation gently brings the experience to a close.

Prices: 120€

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