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8. Accommodations and restaurants

Choose your accommodation for your holidays in the Marais poitevin

16 June 2018

Spending your holidays in the Marais poitevin is a true adventure. Between its wild landscapes and the quiet atmosphere prevailing here, we can only advise you to choose a holiday rental inside the Marais poitevin! You have a choice between hotels, campsites, country cottages and bed and breakfasts. Here is a brief overview of accommodations […]

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8. Accommodations and restaurants

Restaurants in the Marais poitevin

13 June 2018

During your trip in the Marais poitevin (by foot, by bike or by traditional boat), you can stop for a picnic on the banks of the canals that punctuate the Marais poitevin Regional Natural Park. But you will then miss the local gastronomy! So, to enjoy a good meal in this beautiful territory, there’s nothing […]

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Towns and villages

Marans, the sweetness of the Marais poitevin

12 June 2018

Nestled between La Rochelle and Niort in the heart of the Marais poitevin Regional Natural Park, Marans a beautiful small town between land and sea to which we quickly got attracted. Marans is, with its history that goes back to the Middle-Ages, one of the largest towns of Charente-Maritime -almost the same area as the […]

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2. water-based recreation

A boat ride in the Marais poitevin

11 June 2018

The Marais poitevin is known for being one of the largest wet areas in France. The Green Venice, the floodable part of the Marsh is part of its renown, and thousands of tourists come to discover the canals of the Marais poitevin each year. Therefore, why not going for a boat ride in the Marais […]

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2. water-based recreation

A trip in the Marais poitevin

06 June 2018

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 […]

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4. Hiking

Visit Coulon in the Marais poitevin

30 May 2018

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 […]

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3. bike ride

The Marais poitevin by bike

13 May 2018

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 […]

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8. Accommodations and restaurants

Rent a cottage in the Marais poitevin

07 May 2018

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 […]

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9. fauna, flora, and landscapes

The rock sparrow in the Marais poitevin

12 April 2018

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 […]

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2. water-based recreation

The Marais poitevin by boat

04 April 2018

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 […]

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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, 337 bird species, More […]

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9. fauna, flora, and landscapes

Biodiversity in the Marais Poitevin: A Generous Nature

14 January 2026

The Marais Poitevin, Nature’s Treasures The Marais Poitevin, designated as a Regional Natural Park, a Grand Site of France, and a Ramsar site for its significant wetland area, is an exceptional region where water shapes both the landscapes and biodiversity. Wet meadows, canals, reed beds, as well as beaches and dunes of the coastline, limestone […]

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1. Editions and practical information

Take it easy in the Marais poitevin

20 July 2025

Cycle along the quiet paths and enjoy the peace-and-quiet of the wild environment as you cross through the villages of the marshland. The diverse landscapes make this the perfect place for fishing, an activity that is very easy to try here. From abbeys to museums, dive head first into the history of the Marais poitevin […]

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1. Editions and practical information

Where is the Marais poitevin?

17 June 2025

Are you planning to go on holiday in the Marais poitevin? Do you have any questions on the geographical specificities of this exceptional site? Let’s discover the curiosities that make the Marais poitevin a popular destination for adventurers like you! The Marais poitevin, a geographically exceptional territory When we talk about the Marais poitevin, this […]

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