River Cruise Redon / Hédé / Redon
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Redon - Hédé - Redon
224 Km - 58 Locks
41 h of navigation - 10 Nights
From Redon to Brain/Vilaine
18 km, 0 Lock(s), 2.4 h of navigation
Stopover : Redon > Brain/Vilaine
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.From Brain/Vilaine to Pléchâtel
36 km, 3 Lock(s), 5.4 h of navigation
Stopover : Brain/Vilaine > Ste Anne/Vilaine > Guipry/Messac > Pléchâtel
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.
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.
Swimming
the Plechatel Beach
From Pléchâtel to Pont-Réan
17 km, 5 Lock(s), 3.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Pléchâtel > Bourg-des-Comptes > 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.
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 Pont-Réan to Melesse
17 km, 4 Lock(s), 3.1 h of navigation
Stopover : Pont-Réan > Apigné > Rennes > Melesse
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 Melesse to Montreuil/Ille
14 km, 9 Lock(s), 3.7 h of navigation
Stopover : Melesse > Montreuil/Ille
Monument
Montreuil
The town of 4 manors: the Fougerais, Brûlais, Fermes de l'Ille and la Touche manors date back to the 15th century.From Montreuil/Ille to Montreuil/Ille
20 km, 16 Lock(s), 5.9 h of navigation
Stopover : Montreuil/Ille > Hédé > Montreuil/Ille
River constructions
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 Montreuil/Ille to Apigné
18 km, 10 Lock(s), 4.4 h of navigation
Stopover : Montreuil/Ille > Melesse > Rennes > Apigné
Monument
Montreuil
The town of 4 manors: the Fougerais, Brûlais, Fermes de l'Ille and la Touche manors date back to the 15th century.
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 Apigné to Bourg-des-Comptes
25 km, 6 Lock(s), 4.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Apigné > Pont-Réan > Bourg-des-Comptes
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.
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.
Gastronomy
the Far Breton
Gastronomy
the Kouign-amann
Gastronomy
the crepes and galettes Breton
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 Bourg-des-Comptes to Ste Anne/Vilaine
33 km, 5 Lock(s), 5.4 h of navigation
Stopover : Bourg-des-Comptes > 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.
Gastronomy
the Far Breton
Gastronomy
the Kouign-amann
Gastronomy
the crepes and galettes Breton
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
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.
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