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Castles, Cider and Timber Frames
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Castles, Cider and Timber Frames

Ten days on the Nantes–Brest Canal: castles, historic locks and breathtaking Breton scenery.
Départ
Sucé-sur-Erdre
Arrivée
Sucé-sur-Erdre
Via
Malestroit
From

1038€

from 03/04/27 to 13/04/27 on Cruiser Classic 4/8 Pers.

The must-sees
Our tips for your cruise

Stroll through Malestroit

Stroll through Malestroit

The medieval village of Malestroit, with its winding streets, invites you to step back in time.

Visit Redon

Visit Redon

There, you can explore the Barge Museum to learn about river history, stroll through the historic center’s charming streets, and enjoy nautical activities along the harbor. A perfect stop combining culture, relaxation, and Breton gastronomy.

Visit Guenrouët and its cider house

Visit Guenrouët and its cider house

While in Guenrouët, visit the Kerisac cider house to explore the history of Breton cider during an enriching tour.

The itinerary
The steps of your cruise

Sucé-sur-Erdre

Quiheix Lock

Aire de Bout de Bois

Blain

Guenrouët

Redon

Malestroit

Sucé-sur-Erdre

A peaceful little town in the Erdre Valley, Sucé-sur-Erdre is the perfect starting point for your river cruise, allowing you to discover by boat the 17 châteaux nicknamed the “Nantes Follies.” These elegant residences were built by wealthy Nantes merchants during the dark period of the transatlantic slave trade. Today, they are privately owned and admired by many boaters,whether in canoes, stand-up paddleboards, small sailboats, license-free riverboats, or on cruise boats offering onboard meals.

Sucé-sur-Erdre

Quiheix Lock

After cruising through the Mecca of biodiversity, stop at this lock for a walk or a picnic surrounded by nature.

Quiheix Lock

Aire de Bout de Bois

A peaceful river stop offering a lake, swimming, fishing, and a picnic area.

Aire de Bout de Bois

Blain

From the port, walk to the Château de la Groulais (built in 1108), where you’ll find a gourmet restaurant and medieval events in summer. Hiking trails also start nearby.

Blain

Guenrouët

Stop by the Kerisac Cider House, swim in the pool with water slides, or enjoy mini-golf next to the mooring. Nearby: a restaurant and a crêperie.

Guenrouët

Redon

At the junction of the Nantes-Brest Canal and the Vilaine River, Redon’s port invites a stopover. Visit the Boating Museum, the abbey church, and the Calvairiennes monastery.

Redon

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.

Malestroit
Votre itinéraire, en Brittany

Pricing and Availability

Pricing and Availability

Departure on Saturday: minimum 7 days. For short stays: departure on Monday or Friday Remember to provide details of your crew to benefit from additional discounts. Please note: 1 May is a public holiday in France and, exceptionally, all locks will be closed on that day.
Adults 18 to 64 years
4
Adults +65 years
0
Children 0 to 17 years
0
Total (max. 12) 4
Routes Boats
From the Castles of the Erdre to Île aux Pies
France / Brittany

From the Castles of the Erdre to Île aux Pies - 5 nights

Departure : Sucé-sur-Erdre
Arrival : Glénac
One-way
5 nights
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Blain Castle from the cliffs
France / Brittany

Blain Castle from the cliffs - 5 nights

Departure : Glénac
Arrival : Glénac
Round trip
5 nights
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Crafts, Castle and Standing Stones
France / Brittany

Crafts, Castle and Standing Stones - 5 nights

Departure : Glénac
Arrival : Glénac
Round trip
5 nights
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Nature Escape
France / Brittany

Nature Escape - 5 nights

Departure : Saint-Martin-sur-Oust
Arrival : Saint-Martin-sur-Oust
Round trip
5 nights
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Artist Studios and Lush Nature
France / Brittany

Artist Studios and Lush Nature - 3 nights

Departure : Saint-Martin-sur-Oust
Arrival : Saint-Martin-sur-Oust
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3 nights
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Castles of the Nantes Region
France / Brittany

Castles of the Nantes Region - 3 nights

Departure : Sucé-sur-Erdre
Arrival : Sucé-sur-Erdre
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3 nights
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The Erdre and Its Hundred Castles
France / Brittany

The Erdre and Its Hundred Castles - 3 nights

Departure : Sucé-sur-Erdre
Arrival : Sucé-sur-Erdre
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3 nights
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Cider and Castles
France / Brittany

Cider and Castles - 5 nights

Departure : Sucé-sur-Erdre
Arrival : Sucé-sur-Erdre
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5 nights
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From Île aux Pies to the Castles of the Erdre
France / Brittany

From Île aux Pies to the Castles of the Erdre - 5 nights

Departure : Glénac
Arrival : Sucé-sur-Erdre
One-way
5 nights
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Castles and Art Workshops
France / Brittany

Castles and Art Workshops - 10 nights

Departure : Glénac
Arrival : Glénac
Round trip
10 nights
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From Knights to Privateers
France / Brittany

From Knights to Privateers - 10 nights

Departure : Saint-Martin-sur-Oust
Arrival : Saint-Martin-sur-Oust
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10 nights
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Castles and Medieval Towns
France / Brittany

Castles and Medieval Towns - 14 nights

Departure : Sucé-sur-Erdre
Arrival : Sucé-sur-Erdre
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14 nights
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Canals and Medieval Towns
France / Brittany

Canals and Medieval Towns - 3 nights

Departure : Glénac
Arrival : Glénac
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3 nights
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From the Marsh to the Castle of Josselin
France / Brittany

From the Marsh to the Castle of Josselin - 5 nights

Departure : Glénac
Arrival : Glénac
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5 nights
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From Fairy Viviane to the Dukes’ Castle
France / Brittany

From Fairy Viviane to the Dukes’ Castle - 7 nights

Departure : Saint-Martin-sur-Oust
Arrival : Saint-Martin-sur-Oust
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7 nights
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Between Cliffs and Ramparts
France / Brittany

Between Cliffs and Ramparts - 3 nights

Departure : Glénac
Arrival : Glénac
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3 nights
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From Marshlands to the Breton Capital
France / Brittany

From Marshlands to the Breton Capital - 7 nights

Departure : Glénac
Arrival : Glénac
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7 nights
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From Île aux Pies to the Cider House
France / Brittany

From Île aux Pies to the Cider House - 3 nights

Departure : Glénac
Arrival : Glénac
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3 nights
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Between Castles and Art Villages
France / Brittany

Between Castles and Art Villages - 7 nights

Departure : Sucé-sur-Erdre
Arrival : Sucé-sur-Erdre
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7 nights
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From Castles to the Cider House
France / Brittany

From Castles to the Cider House - 7 nights

Departure : Sucé-sur-Erdre
Arrival : Sucé-sur-Erdre
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7 nights
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On the Erdre and the Vilaine
France / Brittany

On the Erdre and the Vilaine - 7 nights

Departure : Sucé-sur-Erdre
Arrival : Sucé-sur-Erdre
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7 nights
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From Brittany to Nantes
France / Brittany

From Brittany to Nantes - 7 nights

Departure : Glénac
Arrival : Sucé-sur-Erdre
One-way
7 nights
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From Nantes to Brittany
France / Brittany

From Nantes to Brittany - 7 nights

Departure : Sucé-sur-Erdre
Arrival : Glénac
One-way
7 nights
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Castles of the Erdre
France / Brittany

Castles of the Erdre - 14 nights

Departure : Glénac
Arrival : Glénac
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14 nights
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Brittany Between Land and Sea
France / Brittany

Brittany Between Land and Sea - 14 nights

Departure : Glénac
Arrival : Glénac
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14 nights
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Toward Rennes, Breton Capital
France / Brittany

Toward Rennes, Breton Capital - 14 nights

Departure : Sucé-sur-Erdre
Arrival : Sucé-sur-Erdre
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14 nights
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The departure
Getting to the departure base

Approximately 20 km km from Nantes train station
Approximately 20 km km from Nantes train station
Approximately 30 km km from the airport​
Approximately 30 km km from the airport​

Close to the Nantes Airport

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