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
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.
Monument
Abbaye Saint-Sauveur
Immerse yourself in the Middle Ages as you explore this abbey with its nave, Romanesque tower and Gothic choir.
Monument
Le Quai Duguay
Immerse yourself in maritime history as you stroll along the quay, where beautiful shipowners' houses line the Vilaine River.
Nature
Bel Air Park
This beautiful 2-hectare public garden is named after the bourgeois residence overlooking the park: the Château de Bel Air. The park’s perennial flowerbeds keep its paths beautiful throughout the year. A playground, a barnyard, and goats will delight the little ones.
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
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.
Monument
The Place du Bouffay
Immerse yourself in history by visiting the Place du Bouffay, the bustling heart of the city. Admire the half-timbered houses and the unusual sculptures.
Monument
The Chapel of Saint Mary Magdalene
Take a walk to the chapel and explore its remains, including the bell-gable, the fortified wall, and the Romanesque gable.
Monument
The Augustinian Monastery
Explore the Augustinian Sisters’ Monastery, renowned for the care given to the wounded during World War II. Discover the story of Mother Yvonne-Aimée, who hid and saved many soldiers and resistance fighters. Visit the 17th-century chapel, the cemetery, and the park created by Mother Yvonne-Aimée.
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
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.
Monument
The Place du Bouffay
Immerse yourself in history by visiting the Place du Bouffay, the bustling heart of the city. Admire the half-timbered houses and the unusual sculptures.
Monument
The Chapel of Saint Mary Magdalene
Take a walk to the chapel and explore its remains, including the bell-gable, the fortified wall, and the Romanesque gable.
Monument
The Augustinian Monastery
Explore the Augustinian Sisters’ Monastery, renowned for the care given to the wounded during World War II. Discover the story of Mother Yvonne-Aimée, who hid and saved many soldiers and resistance fighters. Visit the 17th-century chapel, the cemetery, and the park created by Mother Yvonne-Aimée.
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
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
From St Gérand to Le Roz, 5 km, 19 Lock(s), 4.5 h of navigation
From Le Roz to Le Roz, 8 km, 16 Lock(s), 4.3 h of navigation
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
From St Gérand to Bojus, 8 km, 22 Lock(s), 5.5 h of navigation
From Bojus to Les Forges, 17 km, 13 Lock(s), 4.9 h of navigation
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
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
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.
Monument
The Place du Bouffay
Immerse yourself in history by visiting the Place du Bouffay, the bustling heart of the city. Admire the half-timbered houses and the unusual sculptures.
Monument
The Chapel of Saint Mary Magdalene
Take a walk to the chapel and explore its remains, including the bell-gable, the fortified wall, and the Romanesque gable.
Monument
The Augustinian Monastery
Explore the Augustinian Sisters’ Monastery, renowned for the care given to the wounded during World War II. Discover the story of Mother Yvonne-Aimée, who hid and saved many soldiers and resistance fighters. Visit the 17th-century chapel, the cemetery, and the park created by Mother Yvonne-Aimée.
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
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.
Monument
The Place du Bouffay
Immerse yourself in history by visiting the Place du Bouffay, the bustling heart of the city. Admire the half-timbered houses and the unusual sculptures.
Monument
The Chapel of Saint Mary Magdalene
Take a walk to the chapel and explore its remains, including the bell-gable, the fortified wall, and the Romanesque gable.
Monument
The Augustinian Monastery
Explore the Augustinian Sisters’ Monastery, renowned for the care given to the wounded during World War II. Discover the story of Mother Yvonne-Aimée, who hid and saved many soldiers and resistance fighters. Visit the 17th-century chapel, the cemetery, and the park created by Mother Yvonne-Aimée.
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
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.
Monument
Abbaye Saint-Sauveur
Immerse yourself in the Middle Ages as you explore this abbey with its nave, Romanesque tower and Gothic choir.
Monument
Le Quai Duguay
Immerse yourself in maritime history as you stroll along the quay, where beautiful shipowners' houses line the Vilaine River.
Nature
Bel Air Park
This beautiful 2-hectare public garden is named after the bourgeois residence overlooking the park: the Château de Bel Air. The park’s perennial flowerbeds keep its paths beautiful throughout the year. A playground, a barnyard, and goats will delight the little ones.
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
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- Bathroom & Toilet : 1
220V socket
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- Max. people : 8
- Cabins : 3
- Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions
220V socket
Electric toilets
From €382 / pers
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- Max. people : 8
- Cabins : 2
- Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions
Bimini Top
220V socket
Electric toilets
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- Max. people : 5
- Cabins : 1
- Bathroom & Toilet : 1
220V socket
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- Max. people : 8
- Cabins : 2
- Bathroom & Toilet : 1
Two steering positions
220V socket
Electric toilets
Customer testimonials
4/5
(based on 2 opinion)
"auto-translation :"We wanted to get off the Blavet , but this is only a postponement""
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