cruising route Redon / La Gacilly - Malestroit / Redon
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Redon - La Gacilly - Malestroit - Redon - 92 Km - 12 Locks - 15 h of navigation - 4 Nights
From Redon to Île aux Pies, 9 km, 1 Lock(s), 1.4 h of navigation
Stopover : Redon > Île aux Pies
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 Île aux Pies to St Martin/Oust, 31 km, 2 Lock(s), 4.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Île aux Pies > Glénac > La Gacilly > Glénac > Peillac > St Martin/Oust
Monument
La Gacilly
Stronghold of the Yves Rocher cosmetics empire, this small village is certainly of interest. More than twenty five craftspeople display their works of art to you in the pedestrian streets; the small port is very inviting for your boat (be aware that the number of places is limited), with all of the amenities you might require (electricity, water).
Nature
the Vegetarieum of La Gacilly
Within this genuine plant observatory the life of a thousand species of plants is brought to light. Colorful and olfactory, you will learn their astonishing uses.From St Martin/Oust to St Martin/Oust, 30 km, 6 Lock(s), 5.2 h of navigation
Stopover : St Martin/Oust > St Congard > Malestroit > St Congard > St Martin/Oust
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.
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 St Martin/Oust to Redon, 22 km, 3 Lock(s), 3.5 h of navigation
Stopover : St Martin/Oust > Peillac > 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 ones
Bike
Bike
Tow paths provide an ideal place to ride your bike
Fishing
Fishing
To relax with friends, there's nothing better than fishingCustomer testimonials
Average :
4.7/5
(based on 48 opinion)
4.7/5
(based on 48 opinion)
Nathalie D.
Cruise carried out on Jun 17, 2024, Triton 860Cruise :
Redon round trip
"The route we chose was a pleasant one."
Véronique G.
Cruise carried out on May 27, 2024, Tarpon 32Cruise :
Redon round trip
"Very pleasant. Nice, varied scenery. We particularly enjoyed the trip on the Aff to la Gacilly."
Philippe L.
Cruise carried out on Aug 18, 2023, Sedan 1000 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"A relaxing river cruise."
Reine A.
Cruise carried out on May 12, 2023, Confort 900 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"Very satisfied."
Denis C.
Cruise carried out on Aug 1, 2022, Tarpon 37Cruise :
Redon round trip
"Very pleasant"
Claude L.
Cruise carried out on Sep 6, 2021, Tarpon 32Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Ready to go again''"
Thierry C.
Cruise carried out on May 12, 2021, Tarpon 32Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Great, we'll do it again''"
Valérie C.
Cruise carried out on Sep 11, 2020, Confort 900 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Nice discovery''"
Emmanuel B.
Cruise carried out on Sep 27, 2019, Eau-Claire 930Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''It was the great adventure!''"
Jean-paul C.
Cruise carried out on Sep 27, 2019, Confort 900 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Very pretty landscapes - wild nature - ascent of the Aff from the mortar of Glénac superb''"
Virginie B.
Cruise carried out on Jul 12, 2019, Eau-Claire 930Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''First beautiful experience !!!!''"
Dominique D.
Cruise carried out on Jun 13, 2019, Sedan 1310 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Great, peaceful, a good time relaxing with family and great experience''"
Brigitte S.
Cruise carried out on Apr 19, 2019, Sedan 1000 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Change of scenery, in harmony with nature and an unequaled sweetness of life.''"
Martin C.
Cruise carried out on Jun 22, 2018, Eau-Claire 930Cruise :
Redon round trip
"A lovely relaxing few days"
Francois T.
Cruise carried out on Jun 1, 2018, Tarpon 42Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Very calm and pleasant''"
Alfonso t A.
Cruise carried out on Jun 22, 2018, Triton 860Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Magnificent''"
Antoine P.
Cruise carried out on Apr 20, 2018, Eau-Claire 930Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Friendly, discovery, freedom, "adventure" for children''"
Stéphane R.
Cruise carried out on Jun 9, 2017, Eau-Claire 930Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Nice discovery, very pleasant moments in family under a magnificent sun.''"
Agnès C.
Cruise carried out on Apr 28, 2017, Sedan 1310 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Friendly''"
Véronique T.
Cruise carried out on Oct 21, 2016, Sedan 1310 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Wonderful, but too short time by respecting the schedules of locks ... a little speed but nice.''"
Bruno B.
Cruise carried out on Oct 28, 2016, Confort 900 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Beautiful landscape. Lockers very friendly. Very pleasant walks''"
Yvonne W.
Cruise carried out on Aug 15, 2016, Sedan 1310 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"The cruise was fantastic, loved the slow pace and got to see so much more of the beautiful countryside and villages that you would normally not pass through"
Gérard L.
Cruise carried out on Aug 26, 2016, Eau-Claire 1130Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''We had a great weekend''"
Denis M.
Cruise carried out on Aug 24, 2016, Tarpon 37Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Very good - to redo''"
Serge A.
Cruise carried out on Sep 9, 2016, Confort 900 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Cruise on the Nantes-Brest Canal pleasant''"
Jean louis L.
Cruise carried out on Jul 15, 2016, Sedan 1310 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"Great"
Valérie L.
Cruise carried out on Jul 15, 2016, Eau-Claire 1130Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Lovely canal cruise''"
Serge V.
Cruise carried out on Jul 8, 2016, Riviera 1130 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Interesting especially the Aff to La Gacilly . A trip not to be missed .''"
Hervé L.
Cruise carried out on Jun 24, 2016, Eau-Claire 930Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :''Super nice. Beautiful discover canal world.''"
Claudine C.
Cruise carried out on May 13, 2016, Sedan 1160 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"Very relaxing river cruise""
Pierrette C.
Cruise carried out on May 4, 2016, Confort 900 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"Well, beautiful river cruise on the Canal from Nantes to Brest""
Marie-chantale M.
Cruise carried out on May 6, 2016, Eau-Claire 1130Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"My only remark : want to re-do""
Samuel M.
Cruise carried out on May 13, 2016, Eau-Claire 930Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"Excellent river cruise, beautiful landscapes""
Sandrine C.
Cruise carried out on Apr 15, 2016, Eau-Claire 930Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"Very nice river cruise on the Canal from Nantes to Brest""
Nathalie C.
Cruise carried out on May 6, 2016, Eau-Claire 930Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"Okay, nice cruise especially the cities of La Gacilly and Malestroit""
Luis S.
Cruise carried out on May 4, 2016, Confort 900 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"Superb cruise on the Canal from Nantes to Brest , as beautiful and friendly region lock keepers .""
Marie-chantale M.
Cruise carried out on May 6, 2016, Riviera 1130 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"Pleasant river cruise on the Nantes-Brest canal , carefree""
Bruno L.
Cruise carried out on Aug 21, 2015, Eau-Claire 1130Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"A unique moment""
Claude L.
Cruise carried out on Aug 21, 2015, Sedan 1160 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"Great cruise on the Nantes -Brest canal""
Hervé S.
Cruise carried out on Jul 23, 2015, Eau-Claire 930Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"We were delighted with the choice of our cruise""
Dominique P.
Cruise carried out on Jun 12, 2015, Sedan 1160 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"Very enjoyable cruise , few people on the Breton channels over this period""
Jean-françois D.
Cruise carried out on May 22, 2015, Sedan 1160 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"Beautiful landscapes well located pontoons, missing the opportunity to moor off jetty""
Alain P.
Cruise carried out on May 22, 2015, Riviera 1130 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"Super cruise, to redo another region""
Patrick A.
Cruise carried out on May 22, 2015, Sedan 1310 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"Good""
Christiane L.
Cruise carried out on May 7, 2015, Eau-Claire 930Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"Very nice""
Patrick C.
Cruise carried out on May 1, 2015, Tarpon 32Cruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"Very nice , but rainy this season""
Corinne G.
Cruise carried out on Apr 17, 2015, Sedan 1310 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"Great for a Weekend""
The 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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