Guenrouet lies on the Isac, one of eight rivers used by the Canal de Nantes à Brest. In the landscape around Guenrouet, the canal forms a biological corridor. Just a few minutes’ walk from the town centre, the Canal de Nantes à Brest offers a nature walk of around ten kilometres.
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Nature and Trails
The Sentier du Canal starts at Quai Saint-Clair in Guenrouet, is 12 kilometres long and takes around 3 hours on average. The trail runs through bocage and rural landscapes; along the way, it offers views of canals, rivers and estuaries.
The islands of Île de Mazin, Île de Pandille, Île de Lavau and Île de Fedrun are located in the wider regional surroundings of Guenrouet.
Culture and History
The Pont de Melneuf is a granite bridge built after the construction of the Canal de Nantes à Brest and put into service in 1886. The Melneuf lock is a noteworthy site on the canal in Guenrouet.
Notre Dame de Grâce was known for pilgrimages to the Riavaux spring, where the Virgin is said to have appeared to children in the 9th century. The Church of St Hermeland was rebuilt between 1946 and 1949 after being partially destroyed during the Second World War. It has 27 stained-glass windows by Gabriel Loire from the Chartres workshops.
The historic site of Abbaye de Saint-Gildas-des-Bois is located in the immediate surroundings of Guenrouet. The wider regional surroundings also include the historic site of Abbatiale Saint-Sauveur de Redon, Château de la Bretonnière and the historic site of Prieuré de Frény.
Water and Farm Life
Stand-up paddleboards are available at the Saint-Clair leisure centre throughout the summer, allowing visitors to explore the surrounding area on the water. Pedal boats are available at the Guenrouet leisure centre in summer, allowing visitors to explore the surrounding area on the water.
Ferme de Bel Air offers guided tours of the farm. Ferme de Bel Air also offers activities involving the traditional processing of sheep’s wool.
