cruising route Messac / La Gacilly / Messac
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Messac - La Gacilly - Messac
104 Km - 4 Locks
15 h of navigation - 4 Nights
From Guipry/Messac to Ste Anne/Vilaine
15 km, 1 Lock(s), 2.2 h of navigation
Stopover : 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.From Ste Anne/Vilaine to Glénac
37 km, 1 Lock(s), 5.1 h of navigation
Stopover : Ste Anne/Vilaine > Brain/Vilaine > Redon > Île aux Pies > Glénac
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.
Swimming
Île aux pies
Île aux Pies is a picturesque natural site along the Vilaine River. This rocky island offers varied landscapes, including cliffs, woods, and meadows. It is popular for outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and climbing on its limestone cliffs. Accessible from the village of Saint-Vincent-sur-Oust, the island attracts visitors year-round, making it a favored spot for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts.
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 Glénac to Ste Anne/Vilaine
37 km, 1 Lock(s), 5.1 h of navigation
Stopover : Glénac > Île aux Pies > Redon > Brain/Vilaine > Ste Anne/Vilaine
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.
Swimming
Île aux pies
Île aux Pies is a picturesque natural site along the Vilaine River. This rocky island offers varied landscapes, including cliffs, woods, and meadows. It is popular for outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and climbing on its limestone cliffs. Accessible from the village of Saint-Vincent-sur-Oust, the island attracts visitors year-round, making it a favored spot for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts.
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
Stopover : Ste Anne/Vilaine > Guipry/Messac
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.
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
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Flat-screen TV
Microwave
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- Cabins : 2
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Microwave
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Electric toilets
Customer testimonials
4.6/5
(based on 18 ratings)
"Fantastic."
"Fun."
"Pleasant."
"An excellent experience."
"An easy and accessible route for a first-time trip, with few locks."
"Nice experience."
"Peace and nature."
"A nice experience."
"Very pleasant."
"Excellent and refreshing."
"Pleasant."
"Vrey good."
"Great discovery, varied landscapes, good to unwind."
"auto-translation :''We had a good stay''"
"auto-translation :''Pleasant. Varied. Very few people.''"
"auto-translation :''Relaxation, calm, total change of scenery ... very pleasant''"
"auto-translation :''Very nice and relaxing''"
"A relaxing getaway and a real change of scenery."