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The Marais poitevin is a unique site in Europe! A true haven, this territory is perfect for disconnection, relaxation and discovery  Located on the borders of the Vendée, Deux-Sèvres and Charente-Maritime departments, this atypical region along the Atlantic Coast can be discovered during a trip in the Marais poitevin. Go for a walk in the […]

In the heart of the wet marshes of the Marais poitevin Regional Natural Park, the charming village of Coulon can claim to be part of the “Little Town of Character” group thanks to its exceptional heritage. A visit is a must… Visit Coulon in the Marais poitevin, a village with an incredible heritage With the […]

The boat, an integral part of the Marais poitevin’s heritage Historically, the wet marsh had been accessible only by boat. Up to the 1960s, it was the only means of transport that inhabitants of the marshes had in order to move. Nowadays, renting a traditional boat has become the preferred means of navigating the 320 […]

Visiting the Marais poitevin by boat is a must see to discover the region. But for those who prefer dry land, there is a nice alternative: bicycle! There are also lots of places to rent a bike, so that you can explore the Marais poitevin. The Marais poitevin  by bike: 850 kilometres of bicycle paths […]

Among the different types of accommodation available for your holidays in the Marais poitevin, you can choose the country cottage option. By renting a cottage in the Marais poitevin, you’re choosing a comfortable accommodation in the heart of an unspoilt nature. So, come spend a week or a week-end in the Marais poitevin Regional Natural […]

It is hard not to hear the singing of birds while hiking or cycling in the Marais poitevin Regional Natural Park. You can observe more than 330 species of birds in the unspoilt nature of the Marais poitevin, an ideal environment for lots of animal and plant species. Petronia petronia, discover the Rock sparrow in […]

The Marais poitevin Regional Natural Park not only attracts protected nature and beautiful landscapes lovers, but it is also a paradise for migratory birds. As they follow a migration route North-South that crosses the Marais poitevin, the territory becomes an ideal halt for them. Each year some 500,000 birds fly over the Marais Poitevin in […]

To discover the wonders of the Marais poitevin by boat, go to one of the jetties along the thousands of canals crossing this area filled with ecologically rich natural environments! Along the waterways spreading across the Marais poitevin Regional Natural Park, you may be surprised about the presence of wildlife here. And it’s naturally inside […]

Whether on a boat trip, during a bike ride or a stroll, the exceptional diversity of the Marais poitevin Regional Natural Park is full of surprises and amazing encounters. That includes the water shrew which turns out to be the biggest shrew in Europe. Neomys fodiens, the Water shrew of the Marais poitevin The Eurasian […]

Whether you explore the Marais poitevin Regional Natural Park by boat, by bike or by foot, you couldn’t miss it: in every part of the paths, hamlets, beaches and canals, the nature dominates, and life is abundant in the Marais poitevin. During one of your trips, you must have seen the elegant aerial ballet of […]