From the Marsh to the Castle of Josselin
- Round trip
- 30 locks
- 5 nights
513€
The must-sees
Our tips for your cruise
The itinerary
The steps of your cruise
Île aux Pies
Glénac
Peillac
Saint-Martin-sur-Oust
Rieux
Saint-Laurent
Malestroit
Josselin
Île aux Pies
Your river cruise winds through a landscape of cliffs and forests. The Île aux Pies is a remarkable natural site, popular for climbing, hiking, and bird watching.
Glénac
The Glénac marina is located at the confluence of the Oust and the Aff. It’s the perfect green and peaceful starting point for your cruise.
Peillac
A stop in this former Gallo-Roman village reveals traces of a Roman camp. A peaceful moment along your journey on the Nantes to Brest Canal.
Saint-Martin-sur-Oust
Stop to visit the Château de Castellan and Chapelle Saint-Mathurin while cruising along the canal.
Rieux
Stop to admire the impressive medieval castle.
Saint-Laurent
Discover this peaceful stopover with well-preserved 16th-century houses and the historic Balangeard Manor, a reminder of the region’s noble past.
Malestroit
A typical canal-side village with half-timbered houses, a lovely central square, and local fishing museum,or visit the miller’s workshop or the Museum of Breton Resistance.
Josselin
No boat rental on the Nantes-Brest canal would be complete without a stop in Josselin,one of the most photographed places by boaters. Its majestic castle towers above the canal, reflecting beautifully on the water. A mooring dock at the foot of the castle leads directly into the historic center. The privately-owned castle is open for visits, as is the Doll Museum located in one of the outbuildings. Don’t miss the Basilica of Notre-Dame du Roncier, and enjoy the charm of this medieval-style tourist town, complete with artisan shops and restaurants.
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The departure
Getting to the departure base
Close to the Rennes Airport