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Brittany with Le Boat

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Soak up the Celtic charm of the beautiful cruising region of Brittany and step back in time as you visit the medieval towns, châteaux and castles that line your route and captivate your cultural tastebuds.

The temperate climate, long hours of sunshine and many beautiful parks with leisure and watersports amenities make this a perfect place to visit whatever the time of year.

Importantly, you will discover a region where ancient customs continue today and traditional costumes are proudly worn at the many festivals celebrating Brittany’s mythical and magical past.

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Cruising Suggestions




The Châteaux & Castles Cruise
Messac - Josselin - Messac

One week
out and back
The Captial Cruise
Messac to Dinan or vice versa
One week one-way
The Maritime Cruise
Nort sur Erdre to La Roche Bernard
One week out and back
Take a walk around the stunning Yves Rocher botanical gardens and visit the famous beauty centre at La Gacilly.

Enjoy a tour of Malestroit and discover the town’s luxurious houses.

Explore the grand Château at Josselin, considered the most beautiful in the region, and admire the houses clustered around the main square.

Distance: 208 km
Cruising Time: 36 hrs
Locks: 36
Return Trip
Follow the peaceful River Vilaine, stopping en route to visit the pretty town of Rennes, the capital of Brittany.

Dinan is a perfect example of a medieval town on the banks of the River Rance. Its castle and 13th century ramparts are best viewed from the water.

Plenty of opportunities exist along your route for on-shore fun; tennis and horse-riding at Betton, swimming at Lehon’s open air swimming pool and picnics on the lake at Combourg.

Distance: 127 km
Cruising Time: 30 hrs
Locks: 57
One Way - Either Direction

Cruise to La Roche Bernard on the coast and wander the streets of this charming old town.

You’ll be rewarded with spectacular views over the River Vilaine.

Distance: 196 km
Cruising Time: 37 hrs
Locks: 32
Return Trip





The Napoleon Cruise
Messac to La Roche Bernard out and back
One week or short-break out and back
The Best of Brittany Cruise
Messac to Nort sur Erdre or vice versa
One week one-way
The Artisan Cruise
Nort sur Erdre to La Gacilly
One week out and back
Pass under the iron bridge of Port de Roche, decorated with the seals of Napoleon and Eugenie and built for the Universal Exhibition in Paris in 1900.

Visit Redon’s shops and markets before arriving in the port of La Roche Bernard where you could try Breton Oysters at a quayside restaurant.

Distance: 152 km
Cruising Time: 20 hrs
Locks: 4
Return Trip

Enjoy a week cruising on the River Erdre, one of the most beautiful rivers in France, the peaceful River Vilaine and the Canal de Nantes à Brest. Visit the château at Blain and sample some crisp cider in the cider factory at Guenroüet, where you can also play mini golf or tennis.

Visit the beautiful city of Nantes and its splendid gothic cathedral.

Distance: 260 km
Cruising Time: 35 hrs
Locks: 18
One Way - Either Direction

La Gacilly is a pretty flower-adorned town, home to artists and artisans and a delight to explore.

Visit Redon - the Little Venice of Brittany - en route.

The River Erdre makes for easy cruising and is perfect for beginners.

Distance: 198 km
Cruising Time: 38 hrs
Locks: 34
Return Trip


Base at Dinan
Base at Messac
Base at Nort sur Erdre


ALSACE
Saarbruecken, Hesse, Boofzheim
AQUITAINE
Le Mas d'Agenais, Montauban, Condom
BRITTANY
Dinan, Messac, Nort sur Erdre
BURGUNDY
Fontenoy le Chateau, Branges, Saint Jean de Losne, Gray
CAMARGUE
Port Cassafières, Homps, Saint Gilles, Beaucaire
CHARENTE
Jarnac
LOIRE
Chatillon sur Loire, Migennes, Decize
LOT
Douelle
MIDI
Castelnaudary, Trèbes, Homps, Narbonne, Port Cassafières
NIVERNAIS
Migennes, Chatel Censoir, Tannay, Decize

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