The Nantes-Brest Canal by motorhome: a bucolic epic between nature and Breton heritage

By the CAMPING-CAR PARK team, experts in itinerant travel and Europe's leading network of motorhome parks.

Discover one of France's longest navigable canals: the Canal de Nantes à Brest. For almost 364 km, it crosses the Loire-Atlantique, Morbihan and Finistère regions, offering a river route dotted with natural landscapes, picturesque villages and historic sites. Stage 1 - Nantes : The vibrant city of the Dukes.

Stage 1 - : Nantes (Loire-Atlantique)

To discover:

• Château des Ducs de Bretagne
• Les Machines de l'Île and the mechanical elephant
• Place Graslin, Place Royale and Passage Pommeraye
• The Hangar à Bananes and its restaurants

Nantes isat the crossroads of heritage and innovation. The city combines historical heritage with contemporary creativity, perfect for a first stopover full of discoveries.

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See also:Top 5 must-see attractions in Loire-Atlantique

Bring your bikes, prepare your Privilege Pack and follow this step-by-step guide for a 100% freedom adventure.

Stage 2 - Blain: Forest and heritage

City: Blain (Loire-Atlantique)

To discover:

• Château de la Groulaie
• Le Gâvre national forest
• The Abbaretz slag heap and its panorama

Blain isan immersion in nature, with a rich local heritage. Ideal for hikes, bike rides or a break in the forest.

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See also :5 unusual sites to discover in a motorhome in Loire-Atlantique

Stage 3 - Josselin : Medieval charm

City: Josselin (Morbihan)

To discover:

• Château des Rohan
• Notre-Dame-du-Roncier Basilica
• Cobbled streets and half-timbered houses

Josselin takes youback to the Middle Ages. Its feudal castle and tranquil atmosphere make it a picturesque and cultural stopover.

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Stage 4 - Evellys: Tranquillity and rural heritage

City: Evellys (Morbihan)

To discover:

• Saint-Jean-Baptiste church in Moustoir-Remungol
• Chapels, calvaries and ancient fountains

Ahaven of peace in the heart of Central Brittany, perfect for a contemplative break between nature and local spirituality.

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Stage 5 - Saint-Goazec : The Trévarez estate

City: Saint-Goazec (Finistère)

To discover:

• Château de Trévarez and its gardens
• Augmented reality reconstruction of the grand salon

Apoetic, immersive break between history and technology in the heart of High Cornwall.

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Stage 6 - Crozon: Between cliffs and ocean

City: Crozon (Finistère)

To discover:

• The sea caves of Morgat
• The Pen-Hir cliffs
• Beaches and coastal paths (GR34)

Why stop there?

End your journey on a note of iodine. Crozon is a blend of wild nature and artistic inspiration, perfect for recharging your batteries.

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Read also :Finistère's most beautiful beaches by motorhome

In conclusion: Adventure along the canal

Exploring the Canal de Nantes à Brest by motorhome means choosing a gentle way to travel, between the land and the authenticity of Brittany. With the CAMPING-CAR PARK Privilege Pack, every stage is made easier: unlimited access to parking areas, comfort and safety guaranteed.

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