Discover the Loire River by Canoe or Kayak

Explore one of France’s last wild rivers with the Club de Canoë-Kayak des Ponts-de-Cé.

Whether you’re looking for a short family outing, a half-day adventure, a full-day trip or a multi-day bivouac, we offer a range of canoe and kayak experiences suitable for all levels.

All trips start from our canoe & kayak base in Les Ponts-de-Cé, near Angers. Before departure, we provide all the necessary equipment and access to changing rooms, showers and toilets.

Our shuttle service then takes you to the starting point of your chosen route. From there, simply enjoy the gentle current of the Loire River as you paddle back to our base at your own pace.

Discovery Trip

Enjoy a relaxing 1.5-hour canoe or kayak trip on the Loire River.

Departure point: La Daguenière

Meeting: at Canoe & Kayak Club of Les Ponts-de-Cé
30 Rue Maximin Gelineau, 49130 Les Ponts-de-Cé, France

11:00 AM
3:00 PM

Perfect for beginners, families and anyone wishing to discover the Loire.

Half-Day Adventure

Spend around 2.5 hours exploring the Loire River.

Departure point:
La Bohalle

Meeting: at Canoe & Kayak Club of Les Ponts-de-Cé
30 Rue Maximin Gelineau, 49130 Les Ponts-de-Cé, France

8:30 AM
1:30 PM

An ideal trip for discovering the beautiful landscapes of the Loire Valley.

Picnic Adventure

Enjoy a unique riverside picnic during a 2.5-hour canoe trip.

Halfway through your journey, stop on the riverbank or on one of the Loire islands for lunch before continuing your adventure.

Meeting time: at Canoe & Kayak Club of Les Ponts-de-Cé
30 Rue Maximin Gelineau, 49130 Les Ponts-de-Cé, France
11:00 AM

Return around:
5:15 PM

Full-Day Adventure

Spend an unforgettable day paddling along the Loire River.

Departure:
La Ménitré

Meeting: at Canoe & Kayak Club of Les Ponts-de-Cé
30 Rue Maximin Gelineau, 49130 Les Ponts-de-Cé, France
8:30 AM

Return:
Around 5:15 PM

Perfect for nature lovers looking for a full-day outdoor adventure.

Discovery Bivouac

Experience an unforgettable night on one of the Loire River islands.

Departure from Saint-Mathurin-sur-Loire.

Our routes always begin upstream from Les Ponts-de-Cé, allowing you to enjoy the river at your own pace before returning to our base.

Meeting: at Canoe & Kayak Club of Les Ponts-de-Cé
30 Rue Maximin Gelineau, 49130 Les Ponts-de-Cé, France
4:30 PM

Return:
The following morning.

Two-Day Bivouac Adventure

Enjoy a two-day self-guided canoe expedition on the Loire River.

Please bring your own camping equipment:

Tent
Sleeping bag
Cooking equipment

Our shuttle takes you to Villebernier, where your adventure begins.

After a safety briefing, you’ll paddle freely downstream towards our canoe base near the Dumnacus Bridge.

Meeting: at Canoe & Kayak Club of Les Ponts-de-Cé
30 Rue Maximin Gelineau, 49130 Les Ponts-de-Cé, France
8:30 AM

Return:
Two days later.