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Nantes–Brest Canal – Josselin Castle loop from Les Galais

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Nantes–Brest Canal – Josselin Castle loop from Les Galais

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Nantes–Brest Canal – Josselin Castle loop from Les Galais

05:20

20.8km

80m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 25, 2026

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7.09 km

Nantes–Brest Canal

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Magnificent course

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10.2 km

Château de Josselin seen from the Sainte-Croix bridge

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Erected at the beginning of the 11th century, the Château de Josselin was once just a simple wooden building. Rebuilt and extended over the centuries, it was modernized by the …

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Josselin Castle

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The castle's imposing towers are reflected in the River Oust. Owned by the Rohan family, one of the oldest families in Brittany, it is the symbol of this pretty town. …

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View of the Castle and Oust River from the Castle Terrace

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10.9 km

View of Josselin Castle from the Church Tower

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11.0 km

Beautifully restored half-timbered houses in this well-preserved medieval town. It has a very laid-back atmosphere and small alleys best done on foot or bike; cars fortunately stay mostly out. Garlands and flags often dress the entrance to the old palace

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Crêperie du Centre

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A nice creperie that has good food and quick service and is open all afternoon 10:00-18:00. A good way to get a meal if arriving after regular mealtime hours.

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.8 km

1.45 km

1.13 km

915 m

512 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.2 km

1.98 km

1.12 km

781 m

410 m

354 m

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Wednesday 20 May

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Nantes–Brest Canal – Josselin Castle loop from Les Galais

Nantes–Brest Canal

Château de Josselin seen from the Sainte-Croix bridge

Great tour of the castle

Josselin Castle

View of the Castle and Oust River from the Castle Terrace

View of Josselin Castle from the Church Tower

Historic Center of Josselin

Crêperie du Centre

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