Glénac

Glénac

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownGlénacBains-sur-Oust at 6.2 km (6 min)
Insee code56064Cournon at 6.5 km (6 min)
Postcode56200Les Fougerêts at 6.9 km (7 min)
Latitude47.7271770Peillac at 7.6 km (9 min)
Longitude-2.1337090Saint-Vincent-sur-Oust at 8.7 km (9 min)
AltitudeFrom 2 to 87 metersSaint-Perreux at 11.2 km (11 min)
Surface13.70 km²Redon at 11.5 km (12 min)
Population839 inhabitantsLa Chapelle-Gaceline at 11.7 km (11 min)
Density62 inhabitants/km²Saint-Jacut-les-Pins at 12 km (14 min)
Chief townVannes (at 57 km, 62 min)Sixt-sur-Aff at 12.3 km (12 min)
DepartmentMorbihanSaint-Nicolas-de-Redon at 14 km (15 min)
RegionBrittanySearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

The swamp commonly called "mortar" is located at the confluence of the Oust and Aff and forms a marshy area where the Franks and Britons competing in 590.

Old fishermen's houses with openings of various sizes, irregularly raised and surmounted by lintels, align their facades in the town.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Large Natural Channel of the Lower Valley Oust:
  • Long by the Oust and Case, Glénac village is well known to fishermen. The mortar site, located at the confluence of two rivers is a vast expanse of marshes abounding in fish. This is in reference to the eel and its color that Glénacois owe their nickname: "Sales Jaona" (yellow bellies)!
  • The approach allows Canoeing Wildlife Herons ...
  • Ramp launching for boats, pontoons.
  • The mortar is the site of the Ile aux Pies, which forms the flagship of the great natural site in the Lower Valley Ust. The mortar is hosting a water stop, a fitness trail and start hiking and biking. Website athletic level 4C, 6A to 7A.
  • Also worth seeing in the cemetery, the tomb of the daughter of the corsair Surcouf Breton. An emblem of a lion erect and a crowned shield adorns the monument. In the middle of the cemetery, the chapel of Saint Leo housing the statue of the patron saint of the parish. Near the fountain Saint Leo whose water had curative properties.
  • Castle Sourdéac (private, but visible from the road) when the first half of the 16th century. From the original castle, there are the beautiful staircase tower and some old windows. Paul Feval, author of "White Lady" would have stayed in this castle and would have found his inspiration.
  • The rock Roussimel, also called "Devil's Rock" offers a wonderful view and the Gacilly Valley Case.
Detailed information
MonumentsCastle of Sourdéac

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • July: Day Marais followed by a meal.
  • Tests of motocross (Championnat de France Juniors ...).

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Site of the Ile aux Pies.
  • Village artisans Gacilly.
  • The Festival Photos Gacilly June to September.
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. 4°C - Max. 8°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 9°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 10°C
RESTAURANTS 
La Taverne
Redon
Traditional restaurant which offers a beautiful setting that was restored in 2010 in this 400 year old building with its timber-framed façade, with three wonderful renovated rooms and...
Located 9 km from GlénacFrom 20 € to 35 € per person 
Manoir de la combe  
10
Pleucadeuc
Restaurant Hotel Manoir de la Combe. There are places where one feels at home... The charm of an old house in an exceptional green and calm in a park of 3 hectares. A haven of peace...
Located 20 km from GlénacFrom 25 € to 40 € per person 
Les Rives de Vilaine
Marzan
Find the traditions of our French cuisine, rustic and family... A team of 8 people under Chef native Burgundy, Brittany for over 15 years with more than 30 years of experience trying...
Located 26 km from GlénacFrom 5 € to 30 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Chambres d'hôtes des Ploguais    
9.6
Glénac
If you want peace and authenticity, Yves and Annie will be happy to receive. In their renovated farmhouse classified 3 ears Gite de France. Ideal place to relax with its wooded grounds...
Located in Glénac57 € the double room 
Relais de chasse du xviiième siècle    
9.7
Les Fougerêts
This hunting lodge we have renovated ourselves respecting the heritage Breton for more than 20 years. The house is surrounded by a park of one hectare with animals. You can picnic in...
Located 3.6 km from GlénacFrom 48 € to 62 € the double room 
Popote et Polochon    
9.3
Saint-Martin-sur-Oust
Between Rochefort-en-Terre and Gacilly, Anthony and Stephanie welcome you in an old school / church hall renovated in the heart of St Martin sur Oust, 100 m from the Canal from Nantes...
Located 9.5 km from GlénacFrom 68 € to 80 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gite de la gree saint-jean
La Gacilly
In a wooded pine, 5 minutes walk to the center of La Gacilly, the Thalasso Yves Rocher de la Gree Landes, and forest Cournon, we offer you a stay in a calm and quiet with this studio...
Located 4.3 km from GlénacFrom 350 € to 450 € per week 
Gîte de Cranhac
Peillac
The lodging of Cranhac, in arz of oust, located Peillac (56), located in the. Large natural area of ​​the lower valley of Oust, you can switch. Stay calm but dynamic in a former stable...
Located 6.4 km from Glénac 
Gite 8 personnes avec spa 5 p /sauna 4 P
Guer
New people in the country cottage 8,2011 construction. By all the time you can take advantage of relaxation and wellness area of 40 m² with spa / jacuzzi premium seats 5 1 1 place extended...
Located 14.8 km from GlénacFrom 340 € to 890 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping du bois vert    
9.6
Carentoir
Small family campsite, part shade, constructed out of town on the edge of a pond fish. Pitches for tents, caravans. Motorhomes allowed. Rental of mobile homes. Open from 01 April to...
Located 9.5 km from Glénac13.20 € per day 
Domaine du Roc    
10
Le Roc-Saint-André
Traditional camping and atypical rental (mobile homes, cottages, tree houses, caravans to rent collection for 1 or 2 nights) located along the canal from Nantes to Brest, near Malestroit,...
Located 28 km from GlénacFrom 11 € to 13 € per day 

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HOTELS
La Grée Des Landes - Eco-Hôtel-Spa Yves Rocher     
8.7
Cournon
This eco-hotel is located between La Gacilly and Cournon in Brittany. It offers en suite accommodation, a restaurant and spa. Free internet access and free parking are available. Rooms...
Located 3.7 km from GlénacRoom from 77 €
Etap Hotel Redon    
8.2
Redon
This Etap Hotel is located on the outskirts of Redon, towards Rennes, near the train station and offers comfortable and affordable accommodation. It features comfortable guestrooms...
Located 7.8 km from GlénacRoom from 39 €
Queen Serenity Hotel     
8
Redon
The Queen Serenity hotel is located in Redon and features rooms decorated around travels. The hotel is equipped with a free internet access, a place for bikes, a bar and a room for...
Located 9 km from GlénacRoom from 59 €

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Morbihan
Résidence Azur
Residence Azur, situated in Morbihan on the Quiberon peninsula. It offers comfortable accommodation and free Wi-Fi access....
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