Le Zygo Bar

Nantes


This happening music bar, a student favourite, is one of a handful of buzzing after-dark drinking addresses away from the centre. Folk, rock, afro, reggae and blues are the among the eclectic mix of live sounds that blast out here. Sessions start most evenings at 9pm.


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