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The base is situated on the Vilaine River, and just a bridge away from the bustling town of Guipry on the other side of the river. The town houses some interesting local churches and has some lovely country tracks perfect for taking a walk and discovering the natural beauty of the region. Messac is also claimed by some to be the place where the abbot Vincent Cawiesel planted potatoes for the first time in France in 1771. Today the town is classified as a ‘green tourist station’ thanks to its excellent tourist and sporting facilities.
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday: 08:30 to 12:30, 14:00 to 18:00. Sunday: Closed
If you are going to be arriving at the base late, you will need to inform the base directly or the general sales office where you booked.
When you arrive at the base there will be a note on the reception door informing you where your boat is. The boat will be left open with the lights on for you to stay on board that night. The base staff will do the full briefing the following morning.
Your boat will be ready to depart for 16:00 - 18:00. We recommend that you arrive 60 minutes earlier for check-in and instructions.
If you have booked an Early Check-in Service, please arrive at the base ready to depart between 11am and 12pm or from 2pm.
Your boat should be returned and unoccupied by 9am on your last cruising day (or by midday if you have booked a Late Check-out).
Our base staff look forward to welcoming you to their cruising region and aim to make your arrival and holiday as smooth and enjoyable as possible.
When you arrive or base staff will:
De La Gare - Messac - Tel: +33 (0) 299 34 27 79 La Gibeciere - Messac - Tel: +33 (0) 299 34 06 14 Lecoq-Gadby - Rennes - Tel: +33 (0) 299 38 05 55 Anne de Bretagne - Rennes - Tel: +33 (0) 299 31 49 49 Novotel Alma - Rennes - Tel: +33 (0) 299 86 14 14
La Table de Marysam – Messac - Tel: +33 (0) 299 34 61 30 Pizzeria Grill “L’ Escale - Messac - Tel: +33 (0) 299 34 60 97 Les Templiers - Guipry - Tel: +33 (0) 299 34 22 82 Crepería Du Port - Guipry - Tel: +33 (0) 299 34 78 18
Open Parking - Free of ChargeOutside enclosed secure parking: £35 per week.
Supermarket: In Guipry: Monday - Saturday: 8.45 – 19.00 Sunday: 9:00 - 12:30
Square de la Liberte, 35480, Messac Tel: +33 (0) 299 34 61 60
Fishing licenses and fishing articles are available at: Les Templiers Snack Bar (Guipry Port) - Tel – 0033 (0) 299 34 22 82
Groupe vétérinaire du Sud Vilaine Rue de la Crépinière 35480 Guipry Tel: 0033 (0)299 346 339
Thursday morning at Guipry.
It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with local road rules and abide by them. Most European countries have a list of compulsory equipment that you must take with you. For example, there is a new legal requirement in France to carry a breathalyser, triangle & florescent jacket in your car. For driving advice and a list of the equipment you’ll need, please visit www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/overseas
Maps Michelin - n° 63 and IGN n° 104
Closest airports: Rennes: 40km (E3) Nantes: 100km (E3) St Malo: 115km (N136)
Closest train stations: Messac - 2km Redon - 30km Rennes - 40km Nantes - 85km
Ferries
The following ferry routes operate to North Western France.
Call us on : 01756 701200 (+44 1756 701200)
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