cruising route Messac / Josselin / Messac
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Messac - Josselin - Messac - 208 Km - 34 Locks - 35 h of navigation - 7 Nights (1 week)
From Guipry/Messac to Ste Anne/Vilaine, 15 km, 1 Lock(s), 2.2 h of navigation
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.From Ste Anne/Vilaine to Peillac, 43 km, 2 Lock(s), 6.1 h of navigation
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
Immerse yourself in the Middle Ages as you explore this abbey with its nave, Romanesque tower and Gothic choir.
Monument
Le Quai Duguay
Immerse yourself in maritime history as you stroll along the quay, where beautiful shipowners' houses line the Vilaine River.
Nature
Bel Air Park
This beautiful 2-hectare public garden is named after the bourgeois residence overlooking the park: the Château de Bel Air. The park’s perennial flowerbeds keep its paths beautiful throughout the year. A playground, a barnyard, and goats will delight the little ones.
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 Peillac to Montertelot, 32 km, 7 Lock(s), 5.7 h of navigation
Monument
Montertelot
This former merchant wharf is today best known for being a charming and pleasant spot to take a break in your barge, all within a few kilometers of the legendary Brocéliande forest.
Monument
Malestroit
Nicknamed the "Pearl of the West", Malestroit is an accredited Small Town of Character. With a perfectly preserved historical center located a stone's thrown from the Nantes to Brest Canal. You will be able to admire the many half-timbered (including the famous Maison de la Truie qui File and Maison du Pélican) and Renaissance (such as the Vieille Auberge) houses.
Monument
The Place du Bouffay
Immerse yourself in history by visiting the Place du Bouffay, the bustling heart of the city. Admire the half-timbered houses and the unusual sculptures.
Monument
The Chapel of Saint Mary Magdalene
Take a walk to the chapel and explore its remains, including the bell-gable, the fortified wall, and the Romanesque gable.
Monument
The Augustinian Monastery
Explore the Augustinian Sisters’ Monastery, renowned for the care given to the wounded during World War II. Discover the story of Mother Yvonne-Aimée, who hid and saved many soldiers and resistance fighters. Visit the 17th-century chapel, the cemetery, and the park created by Mother Yvonne-Aimée.
Nature
Oust, ranked Grand Site Naturel
From Rohan to Redon, the Nantes-Brest Canal follows the course of the Oust river. This river, rich in fauna and flora, has been designated a Grand Site Naturel.
Gastronomy
the Far Breton
Gastronomy
the Kouign-amann
Gastronomy
the crepes and galettes Breton
From Montertelot to Montertelot, 28 km, 14 Lock(s), 6.5 h of navigation
Monument
the Castle of Josselin
Celebrated as the most beautiful in Brittany, this castle, completed in 1407, features 2 completely different faces: the canal side, where it resembles a fortress from the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance-style courtyard side, with its French gardens. It is possible to moor your barge at the pontoons situated at the foot of the castle.From Montertelot to Peillac, 32 km, 7 Lock(s), 5.7 h of navigation
Monument
Montertelot
This former merchant wharf is today best known for being a charming and pleasant spot to take a break in your barge, all within a few kilometers of the legendary Brocéliande forest.
Monument
Malestroit
Nicknamed the "Pearl of the West", Malestroit is an accredited Small Town of Character. With a perfectly preserved historical center located a stone's thrown from the Nantes to Brest Canal. You will be able to admire the many half-timbered (including the famous Maison de la Truie qui File and Maison du Pélican) and Renaissance (such as the Vieille Auberge) houses.
Monument
The Place du Bouffay
Immerse yourself in history by visiting the Place du Bouffay, the bustling heart of the city. Admire the half-timbered houses and the unusual sculptures.
Monument
The Chapel of Saint Mary Magdalene
Take a walk to the chapel and explore its remains, including the bell-gable, the fortified wall, and the Romanesque gable.
Monument
The Augustinian Monastery
Explore the Augustinian Sisters’ Monastery, renowned for the care given to the wounded during World War II. Discover the story of Mother Yvonne-Aimée, who hid and saved many soldiers and resistance fighters. Visit the 17th-century chapel, the cemetery, and the park created by Mother Yvonne-Aimée.
Nature
Oust, ranked Grand Site Naturel
From Rohan to Redon, the Nantes-Brest Canal follows the course of the Oust river. This river, rich in fauna and flora, has been designated a Grand Site Naturel.
Gastronomy
the Far Breton
Gastronomy
the Kouign-amann
Gastronomy
the crepes and galettes Breton
From Peillac to Ste Anne/Vilaine, 43 km, 2 Lock(s), 6.1 h of navigation
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
Immerse yourself in the Middle Ages as you explore this abbey with its nave, Romanesque tower and Gothic choir.
Monument
Le Quai Duguay
Immerse yourself in maritime history as you stroll along the quay, where beautiful shipowners' houses line the Vilaine River.
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.
Nature
Bel Air Park
This beautiful 2-hectare public garden is named after the bourgeois residence overlooking the park: the Château de Bel Air. The park’s perennial flowerbeds keep its paths beautiful throughout the year. A playground, a barnyard, and goats will delight the little ones.
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 Ste Anne/Vilaine to Guipry/Messac, 15 km, 1 Lock(s), 2.2 h of navigation
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.
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
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Customer testimonials
4.6/5
(based on 9 opinion)
"On another planet for 10 days…"
"Always a change of scenery."
"We really enjoyed the cruise we took from Messec to La Gacilly and saw lots of herons, storks and egrets."
"A very pleasant experience."
"auto-translation :''Good way to travel differently''"
"auto-translation :''Pleasant''"
"auto-translation :''Despite the weather, we enjoyed this cruise. Quiet, tranquility discovery of nature, lock keepers nice.''"
"auto-translation :''Very calm''"
"Nature."