cruising route Glénac / Nantes / Sucé/Erdre
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Glénac - Nantes - Sucé/Erdre - 121 Km - 20 Locks - 20 h of navigation - 7 Nights (1 week)
From Glénac to Redon, 11 km, 1 Lock(s), 1.7 h of navigation
Stopover : Glénac > Île aux Pies > Redon
Monument
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.
Nature
the Natural Park of Ile aux Pies
Designated a "grand site naturel", this river "island" situated at the confluence of the Aff and Oust rivers offers a remarkable view of the local fauna and flora.
Sports and leisure activities
the Leisure Center of Ile aux Pies
With its base of canoes and its park of acrobranche, this halt located between Redon and Peillac will delight the small as well as the big onesFrom Redon to Guenrouët, 23 km, 2 Lock(s), 3.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Redon > Pont Miny > Guenrouët
Swimming
the pool of Guenrouet
An outdoor swimming pool with water slides, whirlpool baths and a solarium. It is the perfect place to take a break from your barge with your family on the side of the Nantes-Brest Canal.From Guenrouët to Blain, 22 km, 5 Lock(s), 3.9 h of navigation
Stopover : Guenrouët > Blain
Monument
the Castle of the Groulais at Blain
This medieval fortress, listed as a historical monument since 1977, was owned by Marie Bonaparte (a descendant of Napoléon) at the beginning of the 20th century. Comprising 9 towers, it was built (actually rebuilt, as it was destroyed several times) at the end of the 16th century.
Swimming
the pool of Guenrouet
An outdoor swimming pool with water slides, whirlpool baths and a solarium. It is the perfect place to take a break from your barge with your family on the side of the Nantes-Brest Canal.From Blain to La Chevallerais, 8 km, 3 Lock(s), 1.7 h of navigation
Stopover : Blain > La Chevallerais
Monument
the Castle of the Groulais at Blain
This medieval fortress, listed as a historical monument since 1977, was owned by Marie Bonaparte (a descendant of Napoléon) at the beginning of the 20th century. Comprising 9 towers, it was built (actually rebuilt, as it was destroyed several times) at the end of the 16th century.From La Chevallerais to Sucé/Erdre, 27 km, 7 Lock(s), 5 h of navigation
Stopover : La Chevallerais > Sucé/Erdre
Nature
les Marais de Mazerolles
This 1000ha wetland on the left bank of the Erdre river, to the south of Nort-sur-Erdre, is home to many species of birds.From Sucé/Erdre to Nantes, 15 km, 1 Lock(s), 2.2 h of navigation
Stopover : Sucé/Erdre > Sucé/Erdre > Nantes
Monument
the Castle of Ducs de Bretagne of Nantes
Located in the historical center of Nantes, the Château des ducs de Bretagne is the landmark of the city, along with the Cathedral of Saint-Pierre. This fortress, composed of seven towers connected by curtain walls, boasts an elegant 15th centuy gothic style courtyard side.
Gastronomy
the Nantais Cake
From Nantes to Sucé/Erdre, 15 km, 1 Lock(s), 2.2 h of navigation
Stopover : Nantes > Sucé/Erdre > Sucé/Erdre
Monument
the Castle of Ducs de Bretagne of Nantes
Located in the historical center of Nantes, the Château des ducs de Bretagne is the landmark of the city, along with the Cathedral of Saint-Pierre. This fortress, composed of seven towers connected by curtain walls, boasts an elegant 15th centuy gothic style courtyard side.
Gastronomy
the Nantais Cake
Bike
Bike
Tow paths provide an ideal place to ride your bike
Fishing
Fishing
To relax with friends, there's nothing better than fishingThe Locks
2 type(s) of lock(s) on The Nantes-Brest Canal- Manual locks with a lock-keeper
- Automatic locks with a lock-keeper