Ille-et-Rance Canal – The Port of Dinan loop from Miniac

Ille-et-Rance Canal – The Port of Dinan loop from Miniac

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Ille-et-Rance Canal – The Port of Dinan loop from Miniac

05:34

96.8km

630m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 60.0 km for 3 m

After 60.2 km for 9 m

After 60.5 km for 18 m

After 61.7 km for 6 m

After 61.8 km for 9 m

After 62.0 km for 3 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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28.0 km

Ille-et-Rance Canal

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Construction of the Ille-et-Rance canal began in 1804, under Napoleon I and ended in 1832. The bulk of the work is concentrated on the 11 locks that connect two rivers. It connects the city of Rennes to that of Saint-Malo.

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37.0 km

Ille-et-Rance Canal

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The Ille-et-Rance canal is a small canal which connects the cities of Rennes and Saint-Malo. It starts at the “Mail” lock in Rennes and ends at the “Châtelier” lock in …

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51.0 km

Écluse du Mottay

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The Mottay lock, located on the Rance, is a charming and peaceful place, ideal for a stroll along the canal. Surrounded by greenery, this traditional lock offers a bucolic setting …

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56.3 km

Ille-et-Rance Canal

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Great well maintained off-road route south of Dinan Port.

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57.4 km

Old bridge over the Rance

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This old bridge located in Léhon is very well preserved and magnificent.

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58.2 km

Canal d'Ille-et-Rance

Lake

62.2 km

The Port of Dinan

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Beautiful historic harbour filled with cafes and shops. A great place to rest and get refreshed.

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63.2 km

Chemin de Halage Along the Rance in Taden

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The Chemin de Halage, a historic towpath on the left bank of the Rance, is now a restful bike and hiking trail, leaving Le Port de Dinan downstream from the hustle and bustle of the city.

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