Self Drive river boat rental from Nort-sur-Erdre

This old, important industrial port keeps its charm. Nort sur Erdre is the starting point for river cruises on the Nantes-Brest Canal to Messac.

The locks are electric and manned by lock keepers. They are always open.

Navigation takes place mainly on canals, except between Redon and Rennes, where you will cruise on the River Vilaine.

Overall, navigation is easy, with little current and few hazards, making this region particularly suitable for a first boating holiday.

Navigation restrictions since 28 July 2026

Navigation on the Nantes–Brest Canal has been suspended since 28 July 2026 and until further notice from Lock No. 24 at Foveno, between Saint-Martin-sur-Oust and Malestroit, due to insufficient water levels.

Navigation restrictions since 12 August 2026

Navigation on the Nantes–Brest Canal is suspended until further notice between the locks at Melneuf (Guenrouët), Les Bellions (Fégréac) and La Digue (Saint-Nicolas-de-Redon), due to insufficient water levels.

Notice to waterway users – 16 September 2026

Users of the Nantes–Brest Canal in the Loire-Atlantique department are informed that navigation will close earlier than scheduled for the 2026 season. Navigation will close on Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 6:00 p.m. on the section between Quiheix Lock (Nort-sur-Erdre) and Bellions Lock (Fégréac).

Whether on the Nantes-Brest Canal or on the Vilaine River, mooring is only permitted in designated places and not along the banks.

Supermarkets

You will find all the traditional shops and services in Nort-sur-Erdre. They are all located about 500m from the base: Shops, Post Office, Bank, Laundry, 2 Supermarkets ...

Supermarkets: Super U: Monday - Saturday: from 8:45 am to 7:30 pm / Friday: 8:30 pm and closed on Sunday. Intermarché: Monday - Saturday: from 9h to 19h30 / Sunday: from 9h to 12h15.

Mooring costs

Mooring fees are at least € 10 per night and per boat only at the Ports of Redon, Rieux, Folleux and Roche Bernard on La Vilaine. Generally this tax also includes water. Some water stops charge water and electricity.

Access

Air: Airports: Nantes Atlantique at 45km and Rennes St Jacques at 80km

Train: Station: Nort sur Erdre (Nantes Line - Châteaubriant) 20 minutes walk from the base. 6.40 € per person

Possible cruises

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