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In view of this Marian shrine, a "Chapelle Notre Dame," I would like to offer the viewer a brief reflection from the important French order founder and Doctor of the Church, Saint Bernard of Clairvaux (c. 1090 to 1153). He recommended at the time: "In danger, in doubt, in difficulties, think of Mary, invoke Mary. Do not let her name leave your lips, never let it leave your heart. (...) Under her protection, you have nothing to fear; if she goes before you, you will not tire; if she grants you her favor, you will reach your goal."

The old castle is now partially open to the public. It looks very defensive.

The Château de Pontivy, or Château des Rohan, was built between the middle of the 15th century and the beginning of the 16th century for and by the Viscounts of Rohan. Following the codes of Breton military architecture from the end of the 15th century, this castle is one of the last fortified castles to have been built in Brittany. You will notice that the facade allows adaptation to the development of fire artillery, but that particular attention is paid to comfort and decoration. The downspouts are worked, the skylights carved, and the interior of the castle is equipped with fireplaces and latrines, making it a little gem of comfort for the time. Two permanent exhibitions are housed there: one is dedicated to the sculptor Gaston Schweitzer, while the other is a more contemporary installation by Japanese artist Koki Watanabe. I personally loved the contrast offered by this rather austere facade with the charm of the half-timbered houses in the city center, which I invite you to take the time to discover.

This curved section of the famous Nantes-Brest canal lets you discover the richness of the banks of the Blavet, which flows into the Lorient estuary in Morbihan. You can see that its bed is mainly artificial, and that its course is regulated by an ingenious system of locks. Slightly to the north of Mûr-de-Bretagne, the Guerlédan dam abruptly interrupts its course, thus giving birth to the largest artificial lake in Brittany, the Lac de Guerlédan. The gravelly surface is pleasant for both touring bikes, gravel and even road bikes. I am personally charmed by the melody of the tires on the gravel, so this portion is conducive to meditation and relaxation for me. A real moment of vacation!

The Nantes to Brest canal for nature lovers and safety if accompanied by children is a must, on its entire route.

Situated right along the river, this section of the canal is regulated by the Guernal lock in the town of Neulliac. Like most of the canal it was built in the early 1800s. The buildings on the opposite side include houses, shops, lock bridges, and early industry, still under restoration.

Charming small town on the banks of the river Oust and the Canal from Nantes to Brest which merge for part of the way. It is the home to the House of Rohan, members of which included viscounts, dukes and princes and has had a prominent role in French history. The name of the commune and it's coat of arms are identical to that of the family. Murals and historic buildings tell the story. There is also a helpful visitor center.

The Guernal lock is located in the town of Neulliac. It was built around the 1800s and is accompanied by several buildings (houses, stores, bridges over locks) whose restoration has not been completed.