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Messac, Brittany
Base manager Loic Boulais welcomes you to Messac, the base is situated on the Vilaine River, and just a bridge away from the bustling town of Guipry on the other side of the river. 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.
Messac is also claimed by some to be the place where the abbot Vincent Cawiesel planted potatoes for the first time in France in 1771. Today the town is classified as a ‘green tourist station’ thanks to its excellent tourist and sporting facilities. |
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The Napoleon Cruise
Messac - La Roche Bernard - Messac |
- Distance: 152 km
- Duration: 4 Days
- Cruising Time: 20 Hours
- Locks: 4
- Trip: Return
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Pass under the iron bridge of Port de Roche, decorated with the seals of Napoleon and Eugenie and built for the Universal Exhibition in Paris in 1900.
Visit Redon’s shops and markets before arriving in the port of La Roche Bernard where you could try Breton Oysters at a quayside restaurant.
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The Gardens & Castles Cruise
Messac - Josselin - Messac |
- Distance: 208 km
- Duration: 1 Week
- Cruising Time: 36 Hours
- Locks: 36
- Trip: Return
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Take a walk around the stunning Yves Rocher botanical gardens and visit the famous beauty centre at La Gacilly.
Enjoy a tour of Malestroit and discover the town’s luxurious houses.
Explore the grand Château at Josselin, considered the most beautiful in the region, and admire the houses clustered around the main square.
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The Corsaires Cruise
Messac - Dinan (or vice versa) |
- Distance: 127 km
- Duration: 1 Week
- Cruising Time: 30 Hours
- Locks: 57
- Trip: One Way
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Follow the peaceful River Vilaine, stopping en route to visit the pretty town of Rennes, the capital of Brittany.
Dinan is a perfect example of a medieval town on the banks of the River Rance. Its castle and 13th century ramparts are best viewed from the water.
Plenty of opportunities exist along your route for on-shore fun; tennis and horse-riding at Betton, swimming at Lehon’s open air swimming pool and picnics on the lake at Combourg.
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Boats & Prices
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our Cruisers
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