cruising route Sucé/Erdre / Josselin / Sucé/Erdre
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Sucé/Erdre - Josselin - Sucé/Erdre - 286 Km - 66 Locks - 51 h of navigation - 14 Nights (2 weeks)
From Sucé/Erdre to Sucé/Erdre, 0 km, 0 Lock(s), 0 h of navigation
Stopover : Sucé/Erdre > Sucé/Erdre
From Sucé/Erdre to La Chevallerais, 27 km, 7 Lock(s), 5 h of navigation
Stopover : Sucé/Erdre > La Chevallerais
From La Chevallerais to Guenrouët, 30 km, 8 Lock(s), 5.6 h of navigation
Stopover : La Chevallerais > Blain > Guenrouët
Monument
the Castle of the Groulais at Blain
This medieval fortress, listed as a historical monument since 1977, was owned by Marie Bonaparte (a descendant of Napoléon) at the beginning of the 20th century. Comprising 9 towers, it was built (actually rebuilt, as it was destroyed several times) at the end of the 16th century.
Swimming
the pool of Guenrouet
An outdoor swimming pool with water slides, whirlpool baths and a solarium. It is the perfect place to take a break from your barge with your family on the side of the Nantes-Brest Canal.From Guenrouët to Redon, 23 km, 2 Lock(s), 3.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Guenrouët > Pont Miny > 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.
Swimming
the pool of Guenrouet
An outdoor swimming pool with water slides, whirlpool baths and a solarium. It is the perfect place to take a break from your barge with your family on the side of the Nantes-Brest Canal.From Redon to St Martin/Oust, 22 km, 3 Lock(s), 3.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Redon > Île aux Pies > Peillac > St Martin/Oust
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 St Martin/Oust to Le Roc St André, 24 km, 6 Lock(s), 4.4 h of navigation
Stopover : St Martin/Oust > St Congard > Malestroit > Le Roc St André
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 Le Roc St André to Josselin, 17 km, 7 Lock(s), 3.7 h of navigation
Stopover : 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.From Josselin to Le Roc St André, 17 km, 7 Lock(s), 3.7 h of navigation
Stopover : Josselin > St Gobrien > Montertelot > Le Roc St André
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.From Le Roc St André to St Martin/Oust, 24 km, 6 Lock(s), 4.4 h of navigation
Stopover : Le Roc St André > 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 onesFrom Redon to Guenrouët, 23 km, 2 Lock(s), 3.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Redon > Pont Miny > Guenrouët
Swimming
the pool of Guenrouet
An outdoor swimming pool with water slides, whirlpool baths and a solarium. It is the perfect place to take a break from your barge with your family on the side of the Nantes-Brest Canal.From Guenrouët to Blain, 22 km, 5 Lock(s), 3.9 h of navigation
Stopover : Guenrouët > Blain
Monument
the Castle of the Groulais at Blain
This medieval fortress, listed as a historical monument since 1977, was owned by Marie Bonaparte (a descendant of Napoléon) at the beginning of the 20th century. Comprising 9 towers, it was built (actually rebuilt, as it was destroyed several times) at the end of the 16th century.
Swimming
the pool of Guenrouet
An outdoor swimming pool with water slides, whirlpool baths and a solarium. It is the perfect place to take a break from your barge with your family on the side of the Nantes-Brest Canal.From Blain to La Chevallerais, 8 km, 3 Lock(s), 1.7 h of navigation
Stopover : Blain > La Chevallerais
Monument
the Castle of the Groulais at Blain
This medieval fortress, listed as a historical monument since 1977, was owned by Marie Bonaparte (a descendant of Napoléon) at the beginning of the 20th century. Comprising 9 towers, it was built (actually rebuilt, as it was destroyed several times) at the end of the 16th century.From La Chevallerais to Sucé/Erdre, 27 km, 7 Lock(s), 5 h of navigation
Stopover : La Chevallerais > Sucé/Erdre
Nature
les Marais de Mazerolles
This 1000ha wetland on the left bank of the Erdre river, to the south of Nort-sur-Erdre, is home to many species of birds.From Sucé/Erdre to Sucé/Erdre, 0 km, 0 Lock(s), 0 h of navigation
Stopover : Sucé/Erdre > Sucé/Erdre
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