cruising route Redon / Pontivy / Redon
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Redon - Pontivy - Redon - 220 Km - 170 Locks - 63 h of navigation - 14 Nights (2 weeks)
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 Malestroit, 28 km, 5 Lock(s), 4.7 h of navigation
Stopover : Île aux Pies > Peillac > St Martin/Oust > St Congard > Malestroit
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 Malestroit to Josselin, 26 km, 10 Lock(s), 5.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Malestroit > Le Roc St André > Montertelot > St Gobrien > Josselin
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
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.
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 Josselin to Rohan, 24 km, 16 Lock(s), 6.4 h of navigation
Stopover : Josselin > Les Forges > Rohan
Monument
Rohan
Birthplace of the Rohan family, this town dates back to the Middle Ages, and was built in 1104. It is home to a magnificient fortified castle, and an inviting marina for your barge, with all of the amenities you might require.
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 Rohan to St Gérand, 14 km, 26 Lock(s), 7.1 h of navigation
Stopover : Rohan > Bojus > St Gérand
From St Gérand to Le Roz, 5 km, 19 Lock(s), 4.5 h of navigation
Stopover : St Gérand > Kergouët > Le Roz
From Le Roz to Le Roz, 8 km, 16 Lock(s), 4.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Le Roz > Pontivy > Le Roz
Monument
Pontivy
This town, founded in 690 by a monk named Ivy, showcases one of the most remarkable examples of military architecture of the Middle Ages with its fortified castle. Napoléon's base in his conflict against the Chouans, for some time Pontivy was known by the name Napoléonville.From Le Roz to St Gérand, 5 km, 19 Lock(s), 4.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Le Roz > Kergouët > St Gérand
From St Gérand to Bojus, 8 km, 22 Lock(s), 5.5 h of navigation
Stopover : St Gérand > Bojus
From Bojus to Les Forges, 17 km, 13 Lock(s), 4.9 h of navigation
Stopover : Bojus > Rohan > Les Forges
Monument
Rohan
Birthplace of the Rohan family, this town dates back to the Middle Ages, and was built in 1104. It is home to a magnificient fortified castle, and an inviting marina for your barge, with all of the amenities you might require.From Les Forges to St Gobrien, 17 km, 10 Lock(s), 4.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Les Forges > Josselin > St Gobrien
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 St Gobrien to Malestroit, 22 km, 7 Lock(s), 4.3 h of navigation
Stopover : St Gobrien > Montertelot > Le Roc St André > Malestroit
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.
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 Malestroit to Île aux Pies, 28 km, 5 Lock(s), 4.7 h of navigation
Stopover : Malestroit > St Congard > St Martin/Oust > Peillac > Île aux Pies
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 Île aux Pies to Redon, 9 km, 1 Lock(s), 1.4 h of navigation
Stopover : 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.
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 :
4/5
(based on 2 opinion)
4/5
(based on 2 opinion)
Joachim C.
Cruise carried out on Jun 13, 2015, Sedan 1160 ACruise :
Redon round trip
"auto-translation :"We wanted to get off the Blavet , but this is only a postponement""
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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"auto-translation :''Fine, wonderful welcome in locks , walkers , fishermen always smiling and salvation of hand. The ports also great , always someone to help you''"