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We have detailed some interesting places and things to do, for all the family, to enable
you to make the most of your holiday.
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Redon for more ideas and the latest information.
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Motor Museum at Loheac
A great day out for all. Here is fantastic collection of over 400 automobiles including models
old and new from the world's leading car manufacturers like Ferrari, Lamgorgini, Cadillac etc. There are also
motor bikes, toy cars and farm machinery and much more. Don't miss the Formula 1 vehicles and watch videos of some of
the famous races. Why not try out the race circuit for yourself. National and International Rallys take place here in
early September. Enjoy a meal or drink on site or alternatively try one of the four restaurants in the village of Loheac.
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| The Megaliths Saint Just |
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| Alignement des Lande du Cojoux |
St. Just Megaliths
Visit
the Megaliths - the second most important site in France. The Maison Nature and Megaliths in the church square
is a very new modern style of musuem with many hands-on exhibits.
In the peak season take a guided tour around the area
or just stroll around the hilltop to see the stones and burial mounds. The walk will take you to the lake known as Etang de
Val where rock climbing is one of the activities available.
Penestin
Beach
This pretty and safe beach is only one hours drive from the
cottage. Situated at the base of the river Vilaine estuary it offers a sheltered spot for sunbathing and swimming. There are
cafes, restaurants and gift shops in the village.
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| Bridge over the canal at Redon |
Redon
Where the Nantes-Brest Canal and the River Vilaine meet and the locks and bridges are smothered in flowers.
Explore the former Abbey of St. Sauveur and the cloisters. The Grand Rue with its many 15th to 18th century houses and shops
leads you to the marina. Once a thriving port with tall residences it is now a pleasure port. Every Monday, Market day is
held in the centre of the town.
| Rennes timber framed houses |
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Rennes
The captial city of Brittany.
Visit the parliament buildings in the old quarter and see the beautiful timber framed houses. Take a relaxing coffee
in St. Anne's Place. Experience the new metreo - totally automatic and very economical. The main market day is Saturday
and there are also antiques and book sales.
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| La Gacilly |
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| Picturesque cottages of the artisans |
La Gacilly
The beautiful village of flowers, artisans and artists. Stroll up the hill through the old quarter and watch the
artisans at work and purhaps purchase a souvenir to take home. Hire a boat and motor downstream to the L'Ille aux Pies.
La Gacilly is the home of Yves Rocher - famous for his organic beauty products. Dont' forget to visit
the Vegetarium - a museum of plants
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Le Port de Saint Nazaire
Here
is something for all the family, boats, shopping and the beach. See the A380 airbus under construction. Take a tour around
the replica of the Normandie, winner of the Blue Ribbon across the Atlantic race. See inside a sub-marine and visit the musuem
and the shipyard where the Queen Mary II was built.
Opposite the dock is new shopping complex and just around the corner
is a beautiful beach.
Guerande, The salt fields, La Briere National Parc and Marshes and La Baule.
The fortified town of Guerande is famous all over the world for its sea salt. Enter the walled
town through the magnificent twin towered gate and admire the magnificent timber framed buildings and narrow cobbled streets.
Enjoy a coffee while you sit and 'people watch' , or experience the local dishes with a crepe or 'plat de
jour' at one of the many restaurants or creperies. Stroll around the souvenir shops and maybe purchase a special gift
to take home.
Drive south through the Parc Naturel Regional de Briere with its diverse species of flowers and wildlife.
Hire a small boat or punt and explore the narrow canals as they weave around the flat marshland. Visit the Saline and see
the salt fields and the famous sea salt being dried and harvested.
Drive down to the coast to the glorious beach
of La Baule that stretches as far as the eye can see around the bay. Spend the day on the beach or shopping in the designer
boutiques. There are many restaurants here to choose from along the seafront where you can relax and appreciate the
views over the bay.
VISIT THE CHATEAUX OF
BRITTANY AND THE LOIRE VALLEY
The city of Nantes has a magnificent 15th century Chateau
complete with fortified walls and moat. This was the home of Anne, Duchess of Brittany who was twice Queen of France.
There is a museum spanning five centuries of history and each year there is a different exhibition in one of the buildings.
Across the grand courtyard is a cafe, restaurant and gift shop. There is also a beautiful cathedral in this area with many
shops and cafes nearby.
Josselin Chateau with its three impressive towers
sits on the banks of the Nantes-Brest Canal in the river Oust valley. The home of the Rohan family for many generations it
is well worth a visit. English guides are available in the peak of summer. While here be sure to see the musuem of Dolls and
explore the old town.
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| The chateau |
Chateaubriant
has an interesting chateau that has been extended over the centuries. The mediaeval part of the castle is now in ruins
but you can still appreiciate its grandeur and the original keep is most impressive. The additional buildings were built
in the 15th and 16th centuries. There is usually an exhibition in the main hall which changes each year. While
in Chateaubriant why not walk
around the town to look at the church of Saint-Jean de Bere and the old town.
THE RECOMMENDATIONS ABOVE ARE SOME OF MY
FAVOURITE PLACES TO VISIT AND YOU CAN SEE
WHY I LOVE THIS REGION OF FRANCE SO MUCH.
THIS IS,
HOWEVER, ONLY A SAMPLE OF THE MANY
BEAUTIFUL CHOICES AVAILABLE OF PICTURESQUE
VENUES TO INCLUDE IN YOUR HOLIDAY.
FOR MORE IDEAS VISIT THE TOURIST INFORMATION
OFFICE IN REDON AND OTHER LARGE TOWNS AND CITIES.
See availability table to select your
holiday
Contact us for further information
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