Celtic Eco Cycle Cycling Holiday

Cycle along the banks of the Nantes-Brest canal

From East to West, this chain of rivers and canals across Brittany combines tranquillity and heritage through wonderful countryside. For complete harmony with the environment go green and take advantage of our Cycloverte option transporting your own luggage in a trailer behind your cycle!

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Cycling Holiday
Easy Grade
7 nights
5 days
Half-Board

Guide Price

£999

Prices per person (based on two sharing)

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Celtic Eco Cycle Cycling Holiday

Brittany

Optional Extras

Optional transfer of luggage between hotels at supplementary cost.

Rail Travel

Outward: Depart St Pancras International, either early morning, change trains in Paris,arrive Redon station early afternoon, or depart St Pancras International 11:30, change stations in Paris, arrive Redon 19:30.

Return: Depart Redon 13:30, change stations in Paris, arrive St Pancras International 19:30, or depart Redon 08:30, change trains in Lille, arrive St Pancras International 15:30.

Day 1 Arrive at Redon
- Although in central Brittany, linked by navigable rivers and canals, Redon has long been an important trading post. Take a walk along the wharf, and admire the shipowners’ ancient houses before settling into your hotel. HB
Day 2 Vallée de l’Oust to Malestroit - 28 miles (44.8km)
- North of Redon the Oust Valley surrounded by canals and rivers is a wonderful natural site. Malestroit, known as the Perl de l’Oust, is a little city full of charm and character. HB
Day 3 Malestroit to Rohan - 25 miles (40km)
- After a few kilometers, you will arrive at the superb medieval city of Josselin. The impressive castel is witness to Brittany’s historical past. Explore the old town centre with its numerous little lanes lined with half timbered medieval houses. Then on to Rohan. HB
Day 4 Rohan to the Lac de Guerledan - 34 miles (54.4km)
- Continue to the Napoleonic fortified town of Pontivy, where the 15th century château overlooks the river. Picnic on the banks of the Blavet or stop for a lunch in one of the Crêperies. By the end of the day you will have arrived at Guerledan Lake; ready to enjoy an aperitif in one of the lakeside cafés. HB
Day 5 Lac de Guerledan to Carhaix - 37 miles (59.2km)
- Pause to take in the Cistercian Abbey with its imposing architecture. Continue to Carhaix, the capital of Poher, (joli pays) the culture centre of Brittany. B&B
Day 6 Carhaix to Châteauneuf du Faou - 28 miles (44.8km)
- You now enter into the department of Finistère. Cycle alongside the river Aulne, the early riser may encounter heron, deer or squirrels en route to Châteauneuf. HB
Day 7 Châteauneuf to Châteaulin - 28 miles (44.8km)
- The last day’s cycling will take you towards Châteaulin,a religious town in the heart of legend territory. The magical Monts d’Arrée dominate the horizon. Don’t forget the photo finish at Guily Glaz (last lock before the sea) and then return by train to Redon for your final night. B&B

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Celtic Eco Cycle View Hotels & Cuisine

Hotel - Hotel Queen Serenity
- This very pleasant family run hotel, close to the station, offers a warm welcome. The comfortable rooms all have en suite facilities and are each themed around the idea of travel. There is also good bike storage here.
  
  Hotel Facilities
  - Free Wifi.
  - Central location.
  - Comfortable rooms.
Hotel - Hotel Cap Horn
- A very small hotel of just 7 rooms with numerous restaurants very close by.The small and characterful town of Malestroit is situated between Vannes and Ploërmel and by the Nantes to Brest canal.
  
  Hotel Facilities
  - Small and friendly hotel.
  - In the heart of historic Malestroit.
  - All rooms have their own television.
Hotel - Chez Mme Le Pottier
- A friendly small Chambre d'hote whose welcoming owner will ensure you have a restful and enjoyable stay in her home. You are ideally located for exploring the small town of Rohan - or Roc’Han in Breton (petit rocher, small rock) which is crossed by the Canal and at the foot of a small rocky outcrop.
  
  Hotel Facilities
  - A typically French chambre d'hote.
  - Well situated for exploring the town of Rohan.
Hotel - Hotel le Beau Rivage
- M and Mme Le Roux will give you a warm and friendly welcome in their comfortable hotel-restaurant. The elegant dining room with large windows offering extensive views over Lake Guerlédan.
  
  Hotel Facilities
  - Pretty garden.
  - Only six bedrooms all with ensuite facilities.
Hotel - Hotel Noz Vad
- This hotel is so proud of its Breton heritage that Breton designs are even reflected on the bedspreads! You are situated at the centre of the best restaurants in Cahaix and its old quarter. The hotel regulalrly hosts art and culture forums, putting itself at the heart of the local Breton artist community and "coin des poètes".
  
  Hotel Facilities
  - All rooms are en suite.
  - Proud Breton heritage.
  - Close to restaurants and the histoic old part of Carhaix.
Hotel - Hotel le Relais de Cornouaille
- This comfortable, small 2 star hotel has views to les Montagnes Noires and the magnificent local chateau landmark le Domaine de Trévarez. Specialising in seafood, the chef who has been here since 1966 takes daily deliveries from the fishermen of Concarneau and Guilvinec'h.
  
  Hotel Facilities
  - All rooms recently refurbished.
  - At the heart of the Montagnes Noires and Monts d'Arrees.
  - Good fishfood restaurant.