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The Best of Brittany
Messac > Josselin > Messac
Cruise the rivers and canals of Brittany on a wonderful 2 week journey, taking in all the historical and scenic delights of this beautiful region. From awe-inspiring châteaux and cathedral cities to pretty medieval towns, ancient churches and timbered houses, you’ll discover Brittany’s unique culture, history and heritage at every step of the way.
- Distance: 402 km
- Cruising Time: 68 hrs
- Locks: 68
- Return Trip
Messac > Josselin > Messac
Messac
The town houses some interesting local churches and has some lovely country tracks perfect for taking a walk and discovering the natural beauty of the region. Today the town is classified as a ‘green tourist station’ thanks to its excellent tourist and sporting facilities. The SNCF railway station at Messac makes it easy to access the town and offers the possibilty to explore further afield.
Redon
REDON'S OLD HARBOUR AREA : You will fall under the charm of this old harbour with its footbridges, its gangways and its locks.
Ile Aux Pies / Saint Vincent Sur Oust
It's a lovely unspoilt spot, wild and natural, with a picinic area, and it is sometimes posisble to rent canoes and kayaks
La Gacilly
From early May, La Gacilly is blooming with a wonderful, colourful display of flowers along the streets and bridges of the town. More than 30 artisans workshops offer high quality gifts and decorative items made from wood, glass, pottery, cloth, leather, metal, dried flowers, candles, soap, paintings, jewellers. The town is also home to the famous Yves Rocher factory.
Peillac / Pont Sur Oust
Le Pont d'Oust in Peillac : an ideal place to moor in a remarkable natural environment.
Saint Grave / Saint Martin
St Martin is a picturesque rural canal-side village. Several points of interest will justify a pause here : the Castelan Castle for its dinner (on booking in the morning only) 02 99 91 51 69 and the owner can fetch you on the Canal (20 euros without drinks).
Malestroit
A very nice stop in a natural setting, near the village and with a picnic area and playground for children
Le Roc Saint Andre
This is a typical little Breton village, with its church built at the top of a bluff overlooking the Oust.
Josselin
A good mooring with a picnic area and childrens playground
