356 Km - 118 Locks - 71 h of navigation -
14 Nights (2 weeks)
From Glénac to Redon, 11 km, 1 Lock(s), 1.7 h of navigation
Stopover : Glénac > Île aux Pies > Redon
Redon
At the intersection of the Breton waterways (the Nantes to Brest Canal and the Vilaine river), Redon was once above all a commercial port. This port has the distinction of welcoming both river and naval boats due to its location: 3.5 hours from the ocean and accessible by sailing boat without having to remove the mast.
From Redon to Guipry/Messac, 41 km, 1 Lock(s), 5.7 h of navigation
Stopover : Redon > Brain/Vilaine > Ste Anne/Vilaine > Guipry/Messac
Guipry-Messac
This new commune was created in January 2016 through the merging of Messac and Guipry. Designated a holiday "station verte", it is reputed to be the birthplace of the potato in France. Its flourmill was transformed into a restaurant some years ago.
Langon
This village is known for its arrangement of 28 menhirs, the "Damsels of Langon", as well as the Chapel of Sainte-Agathe, a 4th century former Gallo-Roman tomb.
Redon
At the intersection of the Breton waterways (the Nantes to Brest Canal and the Vilaine river), Redon was once above all a commercial port. This port has the distinction of welcoming both river and naval boats due to its location: 3.5 hours from the ocean and accessible by sailing boat without having to remove the mast.
From Guipry/Messac to Pont-Réan, 30 km, 7 Lock(s), 5.4 h of navigation
Stopover : Guipry/Messac > Pléchâtel > Bourg-des-Comptes > Pont-Réan
Guipry-Messac
This new commune was created in January 2016 through the merging of Messac and Guipry. Designated a holiday "station verte", it is reputed to be the birthplace of the potato in France. Its flourmill was transformed into a restaurant some years ago.
Pont-Réan
A small town known for its bridge with 9 arches, constructed in 1757, and its Boël windmll. This windmill, erected in 1652, is fitted with sturdy buttresses, and originally featured two water wheels, neither of which remains today. It was in use until the First World War.
the mil of the Bouëxière
Located in the Bourg-des-Comptes commune this windmill, transformed into a flourmill in 1879, dates back to 1471. Situated next to the lock of the same name, you will pass right by its foot, license-free, in your boat.
From Pont-Réan to Melesse, 36 km, 11 Lock(s), 7 h of navigation
Stopover : Pont-Réan > Apigné > Rennes > Melesse
Pont-Réan
A small town known for its bridge with 9 arches, constructed in 1757, and its Boël windmll. This windmill, erected in 1652, is fitted with sturdy buttresses, and originally featured two water wheels, neither of which remains today. It was in use until the First World War.
Rennes
The capital of Brittany is located at the confluance of the Ille and Vilaine rivers. Don't miss the chance to visit the Breton parliament and the Cathedral of Saint-Pierre, nor the Town Hall square. Moor your barge downstream of the lock to enjoy more peace and quiet.
From Melesse to Hédé, 24 km, 17 Lock(s), 6.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Melesse > Montreuil/Ille > Hédé
Montreuil
The town of 4 manors: the Fougerais, Brûlais, Fermes de l'Ille and la Touche manors date back to the 15th century.
the locks scale of Hede
This ladder of 11 locks allows a height difference of 27m to be overcome. This impressive alignment provides a unique view. The canal house, situated in the middle, allows one to retrace the history of the construction of the structure.
From Hédé to St Domineuc, 15 km, 14 Lock(s), 4.8 h of navigation
Stopover : Hédé > Tinténiac > St Domineuc
Tinténiac
The fortress of Montmuran is the main historical attraction in this village. Its origins going back to 1170, this castle offers a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside.
the locks scale of Hede
This ladder of 11 locks allows a height difference of 27m to be overcome. This impressive alignment provides a unique view. The canal house, situated in the middle, allows one to retrace the history of the construction of the structure.
From St Domineuc to Dinan, 21 km, 8 Lock(s), 4.4 h of navigation
Stopover : St Domineuc > Evran > Dinan
Léhon
Known as the "Small Town of Character of Brittany", this little town situated close to Dinan is renowned for its Benedictine abbey and its castle, built on the hill overlooking the bridge over the Rance river.
From Dinan to St Domineuc, 21 km, 8 Lock(s), 4.4 h of navigation
Stopover : Dinan > Evran > St Domineuc
Léhon
Known as the "Small Town of Character of Brittany", this little town situated close to Dinan is renowned for its Benedictine abbey and its castle, built on the hill overlooking the bridge over the Rance river.
From St Domineuc to Hédé, 15 km, 14 Lock(s), 4.8 h of navigation
Stopover : St Domineuc > Tinténiac > Hédé
Tinténiac
The fortress of Montmuran is the main historical attraction in this village. Its origins going back to 1170, this castle offers a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside.
the locks scale of Hede
This ladder of 11 locks allows a height difference of 27m to be overcome. This impressive alignment provides a unique view. The canal house, situated in the middle, allows one to retrace the history of the construction of the structure.
From Hédé to Melesse, 24 km, 17 Lock(s), 6.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Hédé > Montreuil/Ille > Melesse
Montreuil
The town of 4 manors: the Fougerais, Brûlais, Fermes de l'Ille and la Touche manors date back to the 15th century.
the locks scale of Hede
This ladder of 11 locks allows a height difference of 27m to be overcome. This impressive alignment provides a unique view. The canal house, situated in the middle, allows one to retrace the history of the construction of the structure.
From Melesse to Apigné, 23 km, 8 Lock(s), 4.7 h of navigation
Stopover : Melesse > Rennes > Apigné
Rennes
The capital of Brittany is located at the confluance of the Ille and Vilaine rivers. Don't miss the chance to visit the Breton parliament and the Cathedral of Saint-Pierre, nor the Town Hall square. Moor your barge downstream of the lock to enjoy more peace and quiet.
From Apigné to Pléchâtel, 30 km, 8 Lock(s), 5.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Apigné > Pont-Réan > Bourg-des-Comptes > Pléchâtel
Pont-Réan
A small town known for its bridge with 9 arches, constructed in 1757, and its Boël windmll. This windmill, erected in 1652, is fitted with sturdy buttresses, and originally featured two water wheels, neither of which remains today. It was in use until the First World War.
the mil of the Bouëxière
Located in the Bourg-des-Comptes commune this windmill, transformed into a flourmill in 1879, dates back to 1471. Situated next to the lock of the same name, you will pass right by its foot, license-free, in your boat.
From Pléchâtel to Brain/Vilaine, 36 km, 3 Lock(s), 5.4 h of navigation
Stopover : Pléchâtel > Guipry/Messac > Ste Anne/Vilaine > Brain/Vilaine
Guipry-Messac
This new commune was created in January 2016 through the merging of Messac and Guipry. Designated a holiday "station verte", it is reputed to be the birthplace of the potato in France. Its flourmill was transformed into a restaurant some years ago.
Langon
This village is known for its arrangement of 28 menhirs, the "Damsels of Langon", as well as the Chapel of Sainte-Agathe, a 4th century former Gallo-Roman tomb.
From Brain/Vilaine to Glénac, 29 km, 1 Lock(s), 4.1 h of navigation
Stopover : Brain/Vilaine > Redon > Île aux Pies > Glénac
Redon
At the intersection of the Breton waterways (the Nantes to Brest Canal and the Vilaine river), Redon was once above all a commercial port. This port has the distinction of welcoming both river and naval boats due to its location: 3.5 hours from the ocean and accessible by sailing boat without having to remove the mast.
