A waterway crossroads
Choose your direction according to the time available and the waterways open to navigation.
Mayenne, Anjou and Brittany • Licence-free boating
Boat hire in Redon
At Redon, choose your direction at a meeting point of Brittany’s waterways. The Vilaine and the Canal de Nantes à Brest lead into a landscape of villages, greenery and heritage.
No licence requiredIntroduction before departure
At your own paceTime afloat and time ashore
Short break or longer escapeSubject to boat and availability
Your starting point
Why start in Redon ?
Inland Brittany
Leave the pace of road travel behind and enjoy river and canal scenery from your boat.
The pleasure of going ashore
Leave time to discover Redon and the villages along your route.
Enjoy the journey
Ideas for your cruise
Guipry
Redon → Guipry → Redon
80 km · 4 locks · ≈ 10 h
Return route. Approximate cruising time.
Plan this route →Pont-Réan
Redon → Pont-Réan → Redon
146 km · 14 locks · ≈ 20 h
Return route. Approximate cruising time.
Plan this route →Josselin
Redon → Josselin → Redon
126 km · 30 locks · ≈ 21 h
Return route. Approximate cruising time.
Plan this route →Before you board
Make the holiday your own
Choose your pace
Distance is only part of the journey: locks and stops take time too. Leave room to enjoy each place and adapt your route to navigation conditions.
Find your boat
Consider cabin numbers, your crew and preferred comfort level to choose a boat that suits your holiday.
Prepare for arrival
Your holiday documents confirm the meeting point and arrival times. Before departure, the team introduces the boat, handling and navigation instructions.
Find your bearings
Your cruise on the map
Your questions
Planning your cruise
Do I need a boating licence?
No, the boats offered can be hired without a boating licence. An introduction helps you get familiar with the boat before starting your cruise.
How long should I go for?
A short break offers a first taste of the area around your base. A week leaves more time for stops. Duration and route depend on availability and your preferred pace.
Are the suggested routes guaranteed?
Routes are suggestions. Waterway conditions and operating hours may require changes; the team can help you plan before departure.
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