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There are countless fun activities available for families in the Marais poitevin. Here, children will be delighted to be able to observe the animals, take part in a treasure hunt through the great outdoors or visit a cultural venue, all in the name of fun. Go, explore and encounter the wildlife of the marshland! Get […]

The Marais poitevin, a top tourist destination The Marais poitevin proposes all sorts of ways for holidaymakers to explore, not just boat trips, but also by canoe or paddleboard, on foot, by bike or even in a horse-drawn carriage or a hot-air balloon. There are also museums to visit as well as the Park information […]

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 […]

Your Marais poitevin visitors’ guide A magazine has been published by the Marais poitevin Regional Nature Park, the ultimate nature destination! This 32-page visitors’ guide presents all the natural riches and heritage gems of this magnificent region of contrasting landscapes: Aiguillon Bay and the coast, where freshwater meets the salty ocean, The dry marshes and […]

Tasty Marais poitevin! Entrenched in a land of plenty, the Marais poitevin is a place to feast your eyes, but not only… Just wait until you see the array of local specialities: mojettes (haricot beans from the market gardens), lumas (snails cooked in sauce), Marans chicken, crayfish, eels and Charron mussels can be found side-by-side […]

Follow the guide to unveil the secrets of the Marais poitevin Exploring the paths of the Marais poitevin by bike is a pleasant way to discover the beautiful landscapes, but it can be even better with a few explanations to enhance your understanding and appreciation of the region. Damien, a guide at Original Vélo Tour, […]

The national brand Accueil Vélo guarantees a high quality experience on cycle routes in the Marais poitevin. During your cycle rides to discover the various landscapes of the Green Venice of the shores of South Vendée, you can have what you and your bike need to enjoy any halt. What is the brand Accueil Vélo? […]

Located twenty minutes away from Niort, the Royal Abbey of Nieul-sur-l’Autise is a true piece of cultural heritage. In Vendée, at the edge of the Marais poitevin Regional Natural Park, it offers a calm and timeless place to visit. The Abbey of Nieul-sur-l’Autise through the years On each side of the road from Niort to […]

Built by Niort Chief architect Georges Lasseron at the end of the 19th century, the Jean Macé High School for Girls is currently home of the main museum in Niort, the Bernard d’Agesci Museum. The multidisciplinary art collections are at the same time didactic and historical, because we can visit the Fine Arts section, the […]

La Vélodyssée is a long-distance cycling route that runs along the Atlantic Ocean, from Norway to Portugal, and goes through the Marais poitevin for 75 kilometres. From the Aiguillon Bay in Vendée to La Rochelle, two steps of this maritime bicycle path allow you to discover the coastal Marais poitevin. A bike trip along the […]