Destinations

Brittany

The Erdre and Its Hundred Castles

Sucé-sur-Erdre, round trip, 3 nights

On the Erdre, embark from Nantes to Nort-sur-Erdre along majestic castles, historic manors, and wooded shores that reveal all the richness of the valley.

Departure :

Sucé-sur-Erdre

Via :

Blain

Arrival :

Sucé-sur-Erdre

From

292€

Dates from 12/04/2027 to 15/04/2027 (3 nights) on model Cruiser Comfort 2/4 Pers.

The must-sees
Our tips for your cruise

Explore greater Nantes

There is plenty to discover in Nantes, such as the Machines de l’Île and the Château des Ducs de Bretagne.

Admire the castles of the Erdre

Cruising the Erdre River offers views of stunning châteaux built by former shipowners from Nantes.

Explore the Château de la Groulais

Explore the medieval history of the château in Blain, an iconic monument in Brittany. Families especially enjoy the interactive medieval events held here — an ideal setting for stepping back into the region’s storied past.

The itinerary
The steps of your cruise

Sucé-sur-Erdre

Mazerolles Plain

Quiheix

Bout de Bois

Blain

Sucé-sur-Erdre

Board your Riverly boat here for a cruise through the most beautiful river in France, according to King François I.

Mazerolles Plain

Take time to walk or cycle through this preserved area between Erdre and Loire,ideal for birdwatching.

Quiheix

Your cruise on the Erdre brings you to the junction with the Nantes to Brest Canal, where you’ll pass your first manual lock , the Quiheix lock.

Bout de Bois

A pleasant stop with a small marina, swimming and fishing at a peaceful lake.

Blain

A great stop on the Nantes–Brest Canal. Visit the Château de la Groulais (1108), just steps from the port, home to a gourmet restaurant and summer medieval shows. Various walking trails also start from the port.