Discover Suce-sur-erdre from Camping Kernest

The beginning of the hike starts at the parking of the train station. This trail has several variants that allows you to go on real steep trails like a maze with parallel roads. It has a distinguished atmosphere, secret and mesmerising. When you come back, go down to the port where you will find our restaurants and for those who love nature, make a stop to the “Ganuchaud” botanic garden which is located at the end of “la rue d’Angleterre”. Also, pass by “La Cour Gaillard” which is in “La Grand-Rue” and was edified by protestants at the Edit of Nantes. This site stays, until 1685, an important protestant place.

Prepare yourself for a hike of 2 hours long with 500 metres along the water. You will admire the vast expanse of the Plains of Mazerolles with 3 kilometres long and 1 kilometre large. This site is ideal for kids. It is also possible to go fishing for people with reduced mobility. Or you can have a picnic or some sport. At the end of this loop, you will see the Castle of La Baraudière surrounded by its stone walls from the 19th century and not far from there the Castle of Bois Mellet. A plate has been placed at the entry and it is written “qui a accueilli, cache et protégé les résistants de la région” which means “that has hosted, hided and protected the resistants of the region”.

Discover the Plains of Mazerolles, a vast expanse of water of 3 kilometres long and 1 kilometre large. With a little bit of patience, you may see herons on the shores and a lot of other birds during migration season. Labelled refuge of the French League for the Protection of Birds (LPO), the site has also three beehives financed by the collectivity and an orchard. A themed path has also been created by the Municipality. The trail begins on the edges of the river Erdre to go through the undergrowth alleys, steep paths and goes through adorable little villages. It is possible to join the port of Sucé-sur-Erdre if you take the Atlantic Coast Route, or from the city-centre for this hike. The departure point is from the nautical base of Mazerolles.

The Circuit of Vive-Eve Discover the atmosphere of the Nantes-Brest Canal, its towpath converted for different types of hiking, its lock-houses, water tourism, fishing … On this itinerary, taken by cyclists on the Atlantic Coast Route and pilgrims of Saint Jacques of Compostelle, the towpath will guide you to the lock house of La Tindière and its gourmet terrace. You can park at the Vive-Eve bridge where you will have an information sign on the history of the Canal and picnic tables. From this parking it is also possible to extend your walk the other way to the lock house of Quihex. You will see a remarkable view of the plains of La Poupinière and the Valley of the Erdre

The marshes of Blanche Noë are in the south of Nort-sur-Erdre in which you can find an ornithological and aquatic site allowing you discover its fauna and its flora. At the beginning of the lake, have a walk along the river Erdre to arrive at Port Mulon’s Castle and its park. Appreciate the charming villages of “Tomblehoux”, “Gâtine” and “La Poupinière” and see the vantage point on the river Erdre and the plains. Then, join the canal and by going through the moat and see the viewpoint from Quihex’s lockhouse and further along eat at the gourmet terrace of La Tindière. To finish go through the village of Le Plessis pas Brunet to go back to the lake.

Go discover “The Charcoal route”, on the site of The Mines of Languin. The village of Languin keeps yet again traces of ancient charcoal mines that were kept in activity until the beginning of the 20th century. This trail will lead you on the feeding conduct and beside the director of the Mines’ residence that was edified in 1723 where you can find a three-hundred-year-old cedar of Lebanon (1737). From the village of “Bel Air”, you can enjoy a remarkable view of the surrounding bocage, which rises to an altitude of 55 metres.

Hike on the trails of the Nantes-Brest Canal and its feeding conduct and discover the surrounding bocage. You will see the junction of the “Little Canal” with the Nantes-Brest Canal to maintain a consistency in the level of water to navigate throughout the seasons. The portion of the Canal from “Pas d’Héric” and “Bout de Bois” corresponds to the highest forebay of the Canal. The feeding conduct flows and allows to answer the needs in water of other forebays that goes down to the Valley of the Erdre on one side and to the Valley of the Villaine on the other.

The Arcades The departure point, in Nort-sur-Erdre, is from the road of Issé at the parking of La Belletière. Go and discover a trail that you have never seen before by taking the edges of the feeding conduct. Also known as the “Little Canal”, the conduct joins the Lake of Vioreau to the Nantes-Brest Canal, from the lock house of “Pas d’Héric”. It allows that the first section of the canal has water to balance the reduction of water due to the lockage and evaporation of water during the summer. Its construction is a technical piece of art. With a slope of only 14 centimetres per kilometre of 21.3 kilometres long, the feeding conduct goes through the high Valley of the Erdre thanks to 4 aqueducts from 8 to 10 arches and goes underground on over 600 metres. It is covered by a lot of little bridges of quaint stones. Depending on the season, you will see the Castle of la Lucinière and its wooded domain on the other side of the Valley of the Erdre.

Following the towpath along the Nantes-Brest canal for several kilometres, this trail will also take you on a discovery of the bucolic paths of Blain’s countryside.

It is a pleasant trail with a mixture between culture and nature that will allow you to discover the imposing medieval fortress the Castle of la Groulaie, and the Saint Roch chapel that was edified in the 15th century. After wondering around the countryside, you will walk along the Nantes-Brest canal on the towpath to come back to the port.

Explore Erdre in noiseless electric boats without licence starting from the Sucé-sur-Erdre port

Ruban Vert is the specialist in electric boat rental in the area around Nantes. Our licence-free boats are completely silent and will let you discover 2 charming rivers, from 4 different sites, on your own: Discover the river Erdre from Nantes (Île de Versailles), Sucé-sur-Erdre (at the marina), and Nort-sur-Erdre (at the marina); And discover the Sèvre river from La Chaussée des Moines in Vertou Easy to control, our boats can be rented from 1 hour to a full day (7 hours) We have 4 models of boats: LE RUBAN for 3 adults or 2 adults + 2 children L’AS for 5 adults LE SCOOP and LE SENSAS for 6 adults LE MOST for 8 adults Download our free RUBAN VERT app on GooglePlay and the AppStore to learn more about the points of interest you will pass during your trip. A fun way to learn on a nice day out! Play our game, RALLYE NAUTIC, for groups and individuals. You will explore the river Erdre or the river Sèvre and play as a team on your Android or Apple phone. RALLYE NAUTIC includes 6 challenges: 3 timed quizzes about Nantes and its region, 1 cloze test, and 2 skill/memory games. A photo session, complete with accessories, will conclude each step. At the end of the game, you will be able to download a collage as a beautiful and fun souvenir of your RUBAN VERT experience!

From your comfortable nest at the heart of a green haven, you are guaranteed to love the quiet and the view over one of the most beautiful rivers of France! Enjoy the outside spa to a wonderful moment of relaxation, ideal in the late afternoon, at sunset or in the middle of the night. Let yourself be soothed by the sounds of nature while you benefit from the effects of the warmth, the feeling of weightlessness and massage jets. You will be charmed by the comfort of this gite and its refined decoration with natural colours, soft materials and an eye for detail to awaken your senses... A warm atmosphere for a reinvigorating stay. You will benefit from a private access to the banks of the river Erdre. A patio and garden furniture are available so you can relax and nibble on an aperitif buffet... Le Nid de l'Erdre is located on a large family estate. The access and facilities were designed to maintain our guests' privacy. This house is fully furnished and equipped, and can accommodate two adults and a young child.

Located in the heart of the Erdre valley, the Best Western Plus Hotel de la Régate benefits from an exceptional location. In a warm, convivial atmosphere, the hotel team welcomes you for a relaxing stay and...

Bridge near the small canal

The coal mines were extremely important from the 17th century.

As a place for meeting and mixing, the library must also be a simple place where people are welcomed in a friendly atmosphere and where they can get good advice. The whole team is involved in each place and provides quality entertainment. Come and visit them and share with them a good moment of reading and discovery.

Buildings from the former 17th century Presbytery were restored and transformed into the town hall in 2007 and "Les Digitales" Art Centre in 2011. The Art Centre is a place for activities and exhibits. It displays different models of farming machinery from the collection of Mr Sevestre, a passionate farmer from Caden, and holds a museum presenting farming activities from yesterday and today with interviews from local farmers.

As a place for meeting and mixing, the library must also be a simple place where people are welcomed in a friendly atmosphere and where they can get good advice. The whole team is involved in each place and provides quality entertainment. Come and visit them and share with them a good moment of reading and discovery.

Born from the whims of the relief and the fervour of an Abbot, it makes its appearance at the bend in the path that climbs to the Chapelle Largeau. Like a guide or a lighthouse, soothing by its serene presence, and so eternal: the Chapel of Saint Joseph stands at the top of the Ouin Valley. The traveller may be astonished, moved or meditate in front of this majesty. It proudly dominates this valley, at the bottom of which, the river Ouin, runs alongside, meanders and separates, sometimes the Maine et Loire, the Vendée or the Deux Sèvres. At the height of the trilogy, the parish itself was, over the centuries, under the dependence of three dioceses: Maillezais, La Rochelle and Poitiers! »

This site comprises blocks of white quartz recognised in 1909 as a Monument and Site of Natural Interest. The site of the Pyrôme rocks used to be inhabited by goblins. According to legend, every year at the stroke of midnight on Christmas Eve, one of the huge blocks of rock would rise up and the goblins would appear offering their treasure, hidden there, to anyone who would agree to give up their place in Paradise. Today it offers an interesting panoramic view spreading beyond Moulins and the Ouin valley toward the Cholet area. A path join the Corbelière Site, "Espace naturel sensible").

Organic farming on a 12 ha farm including 5 ha of market gardening and 1500 m² of greenhouses. Products: Various organic vegetables in season Places of sale : At the farm, Thursday from 6 to 7 pm, "Proxi" store in Mauléon, Biocoop Bressuire and Cholet, "Mangeons Bio ensemble" producers' store at Fruits de Clazay.

It was restored in the 18th century by the rector of Caden, Jean-Louis de la Houssaye. The date "1756" is written over the side door. It is one of the six friar chapels of Caden. The inside is decorated with 21th century frescos painted by a local artist representing landscapes of the surrounding countryside.

Products: fresh goat cheese, fluffy, gray, off-dry, log, herbs, pepper. Hectares: 2ha. Places of sale: Farm from 15h to 18h (order), weekly markets in Mortagne sur Sevre Tuesday from Vihiers Wednesday, Mauleon Friday and Saturday Cholet.

Our restaurant-bar-crêperie faces the Erdre River in Sucé-sur-Erdre Port

Restaurant facing the Erdre river in Sucé-sur-Erdre port, a mix between a bistro and gourmet restaurant.

We serve Italian-inspired cuisine in our restaurant facing the Erdre River in Sucé-sur-Erdre.

Come enjoy the flavours of our gourmet cuisine, within walking distance of Sucé-sur-Erdre port.

Pizza for take-away and delivery in Sucé-sur-Erdre

A prestigious modern house set on a 4,000 sq.m. property near the banks of the Erdre and Nantes. Plenty of opportunities for relaxation with the 2 heated swimming pools (an indoor pool with jacuzzi and a 5mx12m outdoor pool). Ground floor: Bedroom 1: family suite, extra-long twin beds (can be pushed together), en-suite shower room with WC. Bedroom 2: extra-long twin beds (can be pushed together), en-suite shower room with WC. Bedroom 3 (sloping ceiling): extra-long twin beds (can be pushed together), en-suite bathroom with shower and WC. Bedroom 4: extra-long twin beds (can be pushed together), en-suite bathroom with shower and WC. Additional facilities: TV, WiFi access, hair dryers. Several lounges and bar area. "Table d'hôtes" evening meal. Nantes 5km. Highlight: very tasteful decoration, local and organic food, and a warm welcome!

A motorhome service point by the port and close to shops. Free waste disposal, paid electric hookup. Parking is authorised by the local authorities at La Papinière.

From your comfortable nest at the heart of a green haven, you are guaranteed to love the quiet and the view over one of the most beautiful rivers of France! Enjoy the outside spa to a wonderful moment of relaxation, ideal in the late afternoon, at sunset or in the middle of the night. Let yourself be soothed by the sounds of nature while you benefit from the effects of the warmth, the feeling of weightlessness and massage jets. You will be charmed by the comfort of this gite and its refined decoration with natural colours, soft materials and an eye for detail to awaken your senses... A warm atmosphere for a reinvigorating stay. You will benefit from a private access to the banks of the river Erdre. A patio and garden furniture are available so you can relax and nibble on an aperitif buffet... Le Nid de l'Erdre is located on a large family estate. The access and facilities were designed to maintain our guests' privacy. This house is fully furnished and equipped, and can accommodate two adults and a young child.

These high ceilings give a unique charm and a great amount of light to this brand-new lodging.

Flat types: -The 28 sq.m. studio has a large living room with a fitted kitchen area (fridge, electric hot plates, microwave, storage spaces), a bathroom/toilet, a towel hang dryer, a closet, a sofa-bed, a bed frame and mattress. -The T2 duplex flat (42 sq.m.) has a 15 sq.m. mezzanine Extra services: -On-demand Internet access -Extra services: bathroom linen, bed linen, cooking utensils, crockery, TV, weekly cleaning service -A laundry room is available (washing machine and dryer with a coin acceptor) Secured carpark.

Lovers of decoration, art and gardening are welcome to this site with 19th century buildings, and other buildings with a modern architecture.