Canoe trip at the Île-aux-Pies
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ALONG THE WATER
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Along the water: canals and rivers in Ille‑et‑Vilaine

Do you prefer walking alongside a canal to the raging coastal waves? Discover the many waterways and rivers dotted all over the area, revealing the bucolic and romantic charm of Ille-et-Vilaine. On a barge, on foot or bike, admire the llle-et-Rance canal and the River Vilaine. From Redon to Saint-Malo, you’ll pass from lock to lock, enjoying the natural landscapes and characterful villages along the way.

Le Boël in Bruz
River trip on the Vilaine
Go with the flow through the locks and meanders of the majestic River Vilaine on a little electric boat or aboard an easy to drive cabin cruiser. An alternative way to discover...
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Vilaine Valley
The Vilaine Valley
The Vilaine river is the link between majestic landscapes, charming villages and towns steeped in history. The valley is the starting point for many walks. Set off to discover...
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The Rance Valley
The Rance Valley
Along the water’s edge, the Rance Valley allows you to discover grandiose and delicate nature. Many activities are possible along this preserved estuary: hikes on the...
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The 11 Locks at sunrise in Hédé-Bazouges
The Ille‑et‑Rance canal
Historically built for trading purposes in the 19th century to link the Rance Valley to Rennes, the Ille-et-Rance canal is today an idyllic spot for hikers and pleasure boaters.
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GET AN EYE FULL

Ille-et-Vilaine has so much to offer : salty ocean air, high tides, parks and gardens, towns of art and history, small towns of character with their picturesque charm, medieval fortresses, natural and unspoilt spaces, the mythical Brocéliande forest, and so on!

Balade corsaire, sea trip in Saint-Malo
Water sports and activities
There are many seaside activities to practise in Ille-et-Vilaine: kayaking, cruises, sea walking, boating, surfing or land sailing. For water sports fans, the area is a vast...
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Sunset in Saint-Briac
Saint-Briac and Saint-Lunaire, family seaside resorts
With their turquoise water, numerous fine sandy beaches and sumptuous villas, the two little seaside resorts of Saint-Briac and Saint-Lunaire are the gems of the Emerald Coast!
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Valley secrets in Monthault
The most beautiful places to wander in Ille‑et‑Vilaine
So you’ve decided to go West for your next holiday! A great idea to enjoy time with family or friends. Ille-et-Vilaine is the perfect playground for anyone who loves mountain...
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Quai Jean-Bart and its shipowners' houses in Redon
Redon and the Vilaine Valley
In Redon, nature creates exceptionally beautiful scenery, where majestic landscapes, little countryside villages and towns steeped in history intermingle. Redon, at the...
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Lake Trémelin in Iffendic
The exceptional site of Lake Trémelin in Brocéliande
Situated in the heart of Ille-et-Vilaine, Lake Trémelin is ideally located for staying (camp site or furnished holiday accommodation) and discovering the riches of Brocéliande,...
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The Vélomaritime in Saint-Malo
The Vélomaritime®
This new bike route connects Roscoff in Brittany with Dunkirk on the Belgian border, on the French part of the EuroVélo 4 (EV4) route.
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Aerial view of Saint-SuliacSaint-Suliac, vu du ciel
Saint-Suliac, the authentic
Thanks to the protection of its heritage, Saint-Suliac, a former fishing village on the Rance estuary, was elected one of the “Most Beautiful Villages of France” and is...
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ENJOY REMARKABLE EXPERIENCES

To discover Ille-et-Vilaine in a different way, make use of our selection of experiences to enjoy to the full and without moderation!

Medieval street in Vitré
A lively weekend at Vitré and la Roche-aux-Fées
Far away from the well-trodden tourist trails, Vitré and the Roche-aux-Fées offer a unique journey through the history and legends of the Brittany Marches, exploring paths...
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Sunset on the Etang de Boulet in Feins
Escapades à vélo dans le nord de l'Ille-et-Vilaine
As soon as there is a hint of fine weather, bloggers Clo & Clem, love going off on impromptu expeditions near where they live which is very lucky as Ille-et-Vilaine is full...
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Break on a terrace in Saint-Malo
A family day out in Saint‑Malo
You can be on the beach in Saint-Malo after just a 45-minute car journey from Rennes. Swimming on Sillon beach and admiring the sea view from the top of the ramparts are...
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Aerial view of Saint-Malo
A charming weekend in pays malouin
There is more to the Emerald Coast than its picture postcard scenery. It is first and foremost a holiday and adventure resort for children and grown-ups alike. A unique getaway...
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Barge in the town centre of Rennes
A spectacular weekend in Rennes
Rennes is a city where life is good ! It is famous for its dynamic cultural life, the diversity of its heritage, its wealth of contemporary art and its lively student life....
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Hot-air balloon in the bay of Mont-Saint-Michel
Adrenaline rushes in Ille‑et‑Vilaine!
Forget the gentle forest or coastal walks! Ille-et-Vilaine is also a land of thrills! Is speed your thing? Or jumping into the void? What about roaring engines? If you’re a fan...
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Festival de l'Oust 2015, Saint Servant
Festivals for everyone in Ille‑et‑Vilaine
Whether you’re a fan of comic books, crazy about rock music or a dedicated reader, there is a festival in Ille-et-Vilaine for you. Less than two hours by high-speed train from...
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Dolphin watching boat trip in Cancale, Association Al Lark
Watch the dolphins in the Bay of Mont‑Saint‑Michel
Dolphins in Brittany? You don’t need to go to the other end of the planet to see large marine mammals. Leaving from Cancale, the Al-lark association welcomes you for an...
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Family outing at Lake Trémelin, Brocéliande
An enchanting weekend at Brocéliande
Brocéliande Forest is a land of mystery. But that’s not all ! It is also a huge playground with lots of sporting experiences and other adventures for all the family, just 20km...
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Marina of Redon
A weekend getaway in pays de Redon
Long considered as just somewhere to travel or sail through, the Vilaine Valley is definitely worth a stopover. Enjoy the opportunity to explore its wooded countryside and...
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Vilaine Valley
Discover the Vilaine Valley with geocaching
The Vilaine river connects Rennes and Redon, winding through majestic landscapes and charming villages steeped in history. As you follow it, you will discover its history and...
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Ramparts of the castle of Fougères
A weekend out of the ordinary in Fougères
A rather surprising title as you may not think of Fougères as an exotic destination! Upper Brittany was a transit zone for a long time and has kept many foreign influences....
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