Canoes and Kayaks
These can
be hired for one hour, half day or full day from Heyoka, Au Pont Saint Boeures, Messac. You can enjoy the beautiful wooded
landscape of the Corbinieres and the viaduct over the river. There are picnic places on route or moor-up by one
the creperies or restaurants by the river. Fishing
Fishing is good here but a rod license is necessary to fish on the public lakes and rivers in France. The license is
obtained from the local fishing tackle shop and some agricultural outlets and can be for short holiday periods. A day
ticket for private parish owned lakes and rivers can be obtained from the local bar tabac.
There
are also some private lakes nearby including a large carp lake with fish over 40lbs in weight being caught. Link(www.lamorinais.net)
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Boating
Motor cruisers and
small craft can be hired from the marina at Messac and Redon on the river Vilaine. Also at La Gacilly on the Oust.
Alternatively you may prefer to bring your own boat over for use during your holiday. There are slipways by the quay
at Besle and Port de Roche. Along the river there are many quays where you can moor up and stroll into the villages and
maybe have a meal or a drink. The river is navigable down to the barrage d'Arzal just south of La Roche Bernard and the
lock gives access to the open sea. Go-karting
Circuit
de Karting le Latay, Plesse, Between Guememe and Blain near the Foret du Gavre. Open all year round.
Mini karts available from 7 years old and for all the family.
McDonald's Kids missing their usual take-away. Treat them to a McDonalds meal situated on the outskirts of Redon on the D177,
turn off at second roundabout.
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Swimming
There is an
excellent indoor swimming pool in Redon. It has flumes for the children and spas for the parents, so you can relax while
the kids have fun.
Also near Redon is the Etang Aumee. This lake has a small sandy beach with a safe cordoned
off swimming area suitable for small children. There are picnic tables and an outdoor play area as well. Ample free parking under the
trees.
Horse Riding
Pony
Club and stables at La Buntais, Langon. Take a ride for an hour with a guide and see much more of the this area.
Situated
within easy walking distance just over the hill from the cottage.
Very reasonable rates for an hours ride.
Call
in a day or so prior to your planned ride to book your trip.
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Local Information
The Tourist
Information Office at Redon has all the info you will need on the annual activities, Fetes, Festivals and local events. Check
out their web site www.tourisme-pays-redon.com
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