Destinations

Brittany

From Castles to the Cider House

Sucé-sur-Erdre, round trip, 7 nights

Breton castles and traditional cider mills follow one another along an authentic itinerary, punctuated by towns of character and rural landscapes where heritage and local craftsmanship mingle.

Departure :

Sucé-sur-Erdre

Via :

La Roche Bernard

Arrival :

Sucé-sur-Erdre

From

734€

Dates from 09/04/2027 to 16/04/2027 (7 nights) on model Cruiser Comfort 2/4 Pers.

The must-sees
Our tips for your cruise

Visit La Roche-Bernard

La Roche-Bernard, on the Vilaine River, offers stunning views and a charming historic center.

Explore 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.

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

La Roche‑Bernard

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.

Quiheix Lock

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

Aire de Bout de Bois

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

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.

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.

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.

La Roche‑Bernard

This major stop on your Brittany cruise charms with its old port, maritime museum, and Beekeepers’ House. The old quarters host numerous art studios. Time to turn around: your boat heads back along the Vilaine to Nantes, then onto the Nantes–Brest Canal and the Erdre, returning your péniche at Sucé‑sur‑Erdre.