The municipality of Saint-Joachim includes seven islands, including Île de Fédrun. This island is surrounded by canals.
Culture and History
The Maison de la Mariée bears the “Musée de France” label and tells the story of the women from Saint-Joachim who made bridal crowns. It is considered the largest public museum dedicated to bridal bells.
The Notre-Dame du Bon Secours chapel was built in 1762. Its construction was the result of the shared will of the many sailors and people working in seafaring in the Brière region.
The Chaumière Briéronne features a traditional interior from the Brière region, as it might have looked around 1900. The guided tour “Île était une fois Fédrun” includes visits to the two museums, La Chaumière Briéronne and Maison de la Mariée.
Paths and Activities
The “La Brière des îles” cycle path runs for approximately ten kilometres through the municipality of Saint-Joachim and almost entirely around Île de Fédrun.
The route “Les îles du marais de Brière par Saint-Malo-de-Guersac & Saint-Joachim” offers ten kilometres of walking trails through Saint-Joachim and Saint-Malo-de-Guersac.
Water and Landscape
Chez Chantal et Jacky offers one-hour guided boat trips on the canals of Île de Fédrun. The boat trips provide views of a petrified tree named “Morta” that is approximately 5,000 years old.
On Site and Throughout the Year
For the end of July, the Les Anguillades event is listed in Saint-Joachim, featuring an eel tasting. On Île de Fédrun, the Maison du Parc sells regional products as well as products from the Parc naturel régional de Brière during the season.
Practical Information
The Chaumière Briéronne is accessible exclusively as part of a tour reserved in advance. The guided tour “Île était une fois Fédrun” is free of charge and available by reservation only.
Those choosing Saint-Joachim as a travel destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
