What to Do Around La Sabotière – Activities in Brittany

All year round in Brittany, there is always something happening: festivals, traditional pardons, lively fest-noz dance nights, local markets, brocantes, exhibitions, museums, art galleries, beautiful gardens, charming villages and historic towns to explore. Something for everyone, every week of the year.

Just a Few Steps from the House (0–200 m)

The River Blavet flows peacefully past Saint-Nicolas-des-Eaux, offering a calm and beautiful setting for walking, cycling or simply relaxing. Along the towpath you may spot herons, bright-blue kingfishers and other wildlife.

The Base Nautique water-sports centre (200 m away) is perfect for hiring a pedalo, canoe or kayak, or taking beginner and advanced lessons on calm or white water.

There is also a natural swimming spot near the kayaking centre, where children and families often enjoy a refreshing and safe dip in the river during summer.

Just a few steps further, you will find L’Écluserie – a lovely riverside place run by very friendly owners. They offer electric boat rentals, bicycles, and a relaxed open‑air bar where you can enjoy a drink, a light meal or a summer brunch by the water. A perfect spot to unwind and watch the river flow.
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Meanders of the River Blavet near Saint-Nicolas-des-Eaux

In the Village of Saint-Nicolas-des-Eaux

The village offers two restaurants serving delicious Breton dishes, a pub, bars and a friendly crêperie (“Le Chalet”), where Isabelle will be happy to welcome you. A small grocery shop is open during the high season.

Within 10 Minutes

Baud (10 minutes) has a pleasant public swimming pool. Pontivy (also 10 minutes away) offers a modern aquatic centre with indoor pools, spa facilities and an open-air pool in summer.

Pontivy – A Town of Art & History

Just 10 minutes from La Sabotière, Pontivy is a town full of character: its medieval Rohan Castle, charming old streets, unique Napoleonic district, lively markets and peaceful walks along the canal make it an unmissable place to visit during your stay.
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At Rimaison (8 minutes away), you will find an undulating golf course with panoramic views of the Blavet Valley. See more leisure activities here.

The karting centre at Port Arthur is just 3 km from Saint-Nicolas-des-Eaux.

Further Afield – Day Trip Ideas

If you wish to explore a little further, the region offers many beautiful places to visit: museums, art chapels, festivals, markets, gardens, historic towns, exhibitions, the Vannes Aquarium, lovely parks and charming villages.