cruising route Melesse / Redon / Saint-Martin/Oust
Melesse - Redon - Saint-Martin/Oust - 129 Km - 22 Locks - 22 h of navigation - 7 Nights (1 week)
From Melesse to Melesse, 0 km, 0 Lock(s), 0 h of navigation
Stopover : Melesse
From Melesse to Rennes, 19 km, 7 Lock(s), 3.9 h of navigation
Stopover : Melesse > Rennes
Monument
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 Rennes to Pont-Réan, 17 km, 4 Lock(s), 3.1 h of navigation
Stopover : Rennes > Apigné > Pont-Réan
Monument
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.
Nature
the lakes of Apigné
Over many hectares of natural pools, you will have the time to wander around and discover the exceptional fauna and flora of the area, all within reach of the boat, at the gates of Rennes.
Swimming
the lakes of Apigne
Sports and leisure activities
the lakes of Apigne
This 30ha lagoon is a favored relaxation destination for the people of Rennes. Beaches are arranged around the lake; you can also enjoy a number of water sports (sailing, windsurfing).From Pont-Réan to Pléchâtel, 17 km, 5 Lock(s), 3.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Pont-Réan > Bourg-des-Comptes > Pléchâtel
Monument
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.
Monument
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.
Gastronomy
the Far Breton
Gastronomy
the Kouign-amann
Gastronomy
the crepes and galettes Breton
Swimming
the Plechatel Beach
From Pléchâtel to Ste Anne/Vilaine, 28 km, 3 Lock(s), 4.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Pléchâtel > Guipry/Messac > Ste Anne/Vilaine
Monument
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.
Swimming
the Plechatel Beach
From Ste Anne/Vilaine to Redon, 26 km, 0 Lock(s), 3.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Ste Anne/Vilaine > Brain/Vilaine > Redon
Monument
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.
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.
Monument
Abbaye Saint-Sauveur
Plongez dans le Moyen Âge en explorant cette abbaye avec sa nef, sa tour romane et son chœur gothique.
Monument
Le Quai Duguay
Imprégnez-vous de l’histoire maritime en déambulant sur le quai, où les magnifiques maisons d’armateurs bordent la Vilaine.
Nature
Le Parc de Bel Air
Ce superbe Jardin public de 2 hectares tient son nom de la demeure bourgeoise qui domine le parc : Le Château de Bal Air. Le fleurissement pérenne du parc permet à ses allées de garder leur beauté tout au long de l’année. Une aire de jeux pour enfants, une basse-cour et des chèvres raviront les plus petits.From Redon to St Martin/Oust, 22 km, 3 Lock(s), 3.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Redon > Île aux Pies > Peillac > St Martin/Oust
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 ones
Fishing
Fishing
To relax with friends, there's nothing better than fishingThe Locks
1 type(s) of lock(s) on Vilaine and the Canal de l'Ile et Rance- Manual locks with a lock-keeper