Crown Blue Line Canal Boats
Crusing Area: France - Brittany
Bases: Dinan, Messac, Nort sur Erdre
Our relay base at Dinan is used
to turn around boats on one-way
cruises.
Return- to-base cruises are
not possible from Dinan.
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Brittany has over 600km of waterways just waiting to be explored. The Celtic charm and natural beauty of Brittany make it one of France’s best kept secrets.
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Take the time to explore the winding medieval streets of the many towns and villages that line the canals and rivers.
Year round festivities celebrate the rich history of the region. The temperate climate and long hours of sunshine make this an excellent destination for walking, cycling and playing golf.
Typical Breton delicacies include the famous buckwheat pancakes, which are best enjoyed with a jug of cider.
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Regional Highlights |
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• 12th century Chateau Blain
and the Château des Rohan
at Josselin
• Redon - the little Venice
of Brittany
• The beautiful St-Pierre-St-Paul
Cathedral at Nantes
• Delicious crêpes and a jug of
cider at waterside restaurants
• Good ferry links with the UK |
The temperate climate, long hours of sunshine and many beautiful parks with leisure and watersports amenities make this a perfect place to visit whatever the time of year. Importantly, you will discover a region where ancient customs continue today and traditional costumes are proudly worn at the many festivals celebrating Brittany’s mythical and magical past.
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Crown Blue Brittany Fleet
Click vessel below for more details |
| Sleeping 8+ Passengers |
- Challenger
- Classique
- Grand Classique
- Nautilia
- Salsa |
| Sleeping 6+ Passengers |
- Calypso
- Condor
- Crusader
- Jamaica |
| Sleeping 4+ Passengers |
- Clipper
- Comet
- Corsair
- Countess
- Tango
- Tasman |
| Sleeping 2+ Passengers |
- Cirrus
- Sheba |
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Suggested Cruises
Please see map above - routes shown by colour |
The Châteaux & Castles Cruise
Messac - Josselin - Messac |
| 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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1 Week
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Return Trip
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208 kms
- 36 Locks
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36 hours
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The Captial Cruise
Messac - Dinan or vice versa |
| 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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1 Week
- One Way
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127 kms
- 57 Locks
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30 hours
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The Best of Brittany Cruise
Nort-sur-Erdre - Messac or vice versa |
| Enjoy a week cruising on the River
Erdre, one of the most beautiful rivers
in France, the peaceful River Vilaine and
the Canal de Nantes à Brest. Visit the
château at Blain and sample some crisp
cider in the cider factory at Guenroüet,
where you can also play mini golf or
tennis. Visit the beautiful city of Nantes
and its splendid gothic cathedral. |
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1 Week
- One Way
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260 kms
- 18 Locks
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35 hours
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The Napoleon Cruise
Messac - La Roche Bernard - Messac |
| 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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4 Day
- Return Trip
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152 kms
- 4 Locks
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20 hours
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