River Cruise Saint-Martin/Oust / La Gacilly - Rennes / Saint-Martin/Oust
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Saint-Martin/Oust - La Gacilly - Rennes - Saint-Martin/Oust - 238 Km - 30 Locks - 38 h of navigation - 11 Nights
From St Martin/Oust to Glénac, 13 km, 2 Lock(s), 2.1 h of navigation
Stopover : St Martin/Oust > Peillac > Glénac
From Glénac to Redon, 27 km, 1 Lock(s), 3.8 h of navigation
Stopover : Glénac > La Gacilly > Glénac > Île aux Pies > Redon
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).
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 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.
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 Redon to Ste Anne/Vilaine, 26 km, 0 Lock(s), 3.5 h of navigation
Stopover : 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.From Ste Anne/Vilaine to Pléchâtel, 28 km, 3 Lock(s), 4.3 h of navigation
Stopover : 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.
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 Apigné, 21 km, 5 Lock(s), 3.8 h of navigation
Stopover : Pont-Réan > Apigné > Rennes > Apigné
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 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 Guipry/Messac, 18 km, 4 Lock(s), 3.2 h of navigation
Stopover : Bourg-des-Comptes > Pléchâtel > 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.
Gastronomy
the Far Breton
Gastronomy
the Kouign-amann
Gastronomy
the crepes and galettes Breton
Swimming
the Plechatel Beach
From Guipry/Messac to Brain/Vilaine, 23 km, 1 Lock(s), 3.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Guipry/Messac > Ste Anne/Vilaine > Brain/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.
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.From Brain/Vilaine to Île aux Pies, 27 km, 1 Lock(s), 3.8 h of navigation
Stopover : Brain/Vilaine > 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, 13 km, 2 Lock(s), 2.1 h of navigation
Stopover : Île aux Pies > Peillac > St Martin/Oust
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