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4. Hiking

Strolling in Niort in the light of lanterns

02 October 2018

At 9:30pm we join Agnès Dupont-Brillatz, guide speaker, at the sylvan theatre of the square Clouzot in Niort. For those who have less knowledge like us, the reference point is simple: in front of the restaurant “Les Planches”. The evening program: discover Niort, the biggest city in France that is member of a Regional Natural […]

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5. Maritime water-based recreation

Sea kayaking to discover the Aiguillon Bay

30 September 2018

Whether you are with your family or your friends, water activities in the Marais poitevin are numerous. After furrowing the Green Venice with a pigouille pole during a boat trip, there is nothing better than a little walk on the sea shore and the Aiguillon Bay to enjoy new aquatic experiences. The sailing club of […]

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6. visitation site

The ornithological park of the Marais poitevin

27 September 2018

As a true open-sky museum, the ornithological park of the Marais poitevin, located in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud, is an ideal place for a family excursion. If you can indeed find a jetty which gives you the possibility to do both a visit of the park and a boat trip, it’s on foot that we decided to go […]

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2. water-based recreation

Boat trip along the waterside from Le Mazeau

23 September 2018

The Marais poitevin along the waterside What better way to fight against hot summer temperatures than a boat trip in the Marais poitevin? The meeting was planned at the jetty of the Green Venice in Le Mazeau, in Vendée for a guided ride. Now boarding! The jetty of the Green Venice, the authentic Marsh Located […]

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5. Maritime water-based recreation

Discovering the paddle in La Tranche-sur-Mer

17 September 2018

Far from the quietness of boat trips on the canals of the Marais poitevin, from Coulon to Marans, the fine sand beaches of South Vendée also offer numerous activities. The burgeoning stand-up paddle tests beginners’ balance and inevitably offers nice and rarely controlled dives. Hopefully, water temperature is nice in La Tranche-sur-Mer in August! Wave […]

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2. water-based recreation

Crayfish fishing in the Marais Poitevin

12 September 2018

A morning discovery of crayfish fishing with nets The activity “Crayfish fishing with nets” can be booked on the Internet and is not suitable for late risers. At 9am the apprentice fishers gather at the rallying point in Marans (Charente-Maritime) in the Marais poitevin. Once everybody is present, we drive a few kilometres to Villedoux […]

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6. visitation site

The House of the Marais poitevin

25 June 2018

Since navigating with a traditional boat on the canals of the Marais poitevin Regional Natural Park is way more than just a river stroll. It can be interesting to get into this experience firstly with a visit at the House of the Marais poitevin to get all the subtilities and secrets that you will encounter […]

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7. Towns and villages

Visit Niort, a sentry of the Marais poitevin

25 June 2018

Located on the gates of the Marais poitevin, in the department of the Deux-Sèvres, the city of Niort is an essential step for your trip in the Marais poitevin. Even though it is known to be the capital city of French mutual and insurances, Niort is still a city with a rich long-standing heritage that […]

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8. Accommodations and restaurants

Rent a bed and breakfast in the Marais poitevin

18 June 2018

More and more visitor come to the Marais poitevin Regional Natural Park to enjoy the richness of its natural and cultural heritage across the water. At the same time, the hotel offering boomed to guide travellers and promote the territory. But if it is possible to spend the night in camping to be closer to […]

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7. Towns and villages

Visit La Rochelle and its surroundings

18 June 2018

A trip in the Marais poitevin is the perfect opportunity to visit La Rochelle. The capital city of the Charente-Maritime can be enjoyed during a day filled with historical discoveries and coastal walks. Visit La Rochelle, a historic city Facing the Atlantic Ocean and the island of Ré, a few kilometres South-West of the Marais […]

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My last articles

1. Editions and practical information

The Marais Poitevin Park’s editions to organize your stay in the best way

22 May 2024

Editions filled with plenty of ideas to create a tailor-made stay!! Documents to download: Download the map of the Marais Poitevin Find all the tourist activities available in the Marais Poitevin: boat rides, canoeing, sightseeing spots, bike rentals, bird-watching locations, seaside activities…           Download the magazine Inspirations Along the Water… A […]

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1. Editions and practical information

The Marais poitevin, a top tourist destination

28 April 2024

The Marais poitevin, a highly appreciated tourist destination  The Marais poitevin Regional Nature Park is a tourist destination in its own right. Every year, 1,400,000 visitors come to explore this region that’s one of a kind: largest wetland on the Atlantic coast, 8,200km of waterways, 1,000km of dykes, 594 hydraulic structures, 330 bird species, 750 […]

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3. bike ride

The Vélidéale, a new bike route for lovers of the little queen (bicycle)

02 July 2024

The Vélidéale, a route of the Parks A new bike route has been created: the Vélidéale. Stretching over 665 kilometers, it connects Lake Vassivière in Creuse to the Brière marshes near Saint-Nazaire, passing through 6 departments: Creuse, Haute-Vienne, Charente, Deux-Sèvres, Vendée, and Loire-Atlantique.   Download the brochure with the map of the Vélidéale It is […]

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2. water-based recreation

17 canoe-kayak trips to discover the Marais Poitevin along the waterways.

30 May 2024

A book written and illustrated by a local The author, Romain Gaillard, is a native of the Marais and resides in Sansais. A lover of this region, he has been exploring it for many years aboard his boat. He knows every corner of it and already shares his outings on his blog, “Le Blog du […]

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