18 February 2018
The Marais poitevin and its diverse landscapes attract each year hundreds of thousands of visitors ! And if this region is a great spot for holidays, some of you would like to discover it during the weekend. We have just prepared a list of places to visit for your next weekend in the Marais poitevin! Are you ready? Then, let’s go!
Landscape of dry marsh.
It’s a worthwhile step during a trip in the Marais poitevin, the Green Venice is facing you for a weekend in the Marais poitevin! This part of the marshlands is in fact the flood area of the Marsh and is characterised by a maze of channels and a dense vegetation. Going into the Green Venice is like discovering picturesque villages and a territory filled with myths and legends.
As the capital city of the Green Venice, Coulon is also an interesting place to discover during a weekend. This typical village with colourful house is the ideal starting point for your escapade on the channels of the Green Venice. You can then choose to rent a boat or picnic on the shores. Remind yourself not to pollute the surrounding wilderness while picking up your garbage… The Marais poitevin is an exceptional territory, make sure it stays the same!
A weekend in the Marais poitevin, in the heart of the dry marsh, can be a way to disconnect yourself during an enchanting break in the wilderness. Indeed, with its borderless landscapes, a rich wild fauna and flora, but also kilometres of nature trails, how could you not answer Mother Nature’s call?
Landscape of dry march.
Then, go for a walk or a ride during a weekend and discover the wide landscapes of the dry marsh. You can admire the straight channels separating the large meadows of this part of the marsh cultivated by men for centuries. A dry marsh that is also used as a reserve for lots of animal species. You can also decide to roam the green landscapes of the wet marsh, and for that we advise you to rent a flat boat that will allow you to discover parts of the marsh that can be accessible only by boat!
Finally, take a moment during this weekend in the Marais poitevin to discover its maritime part and particularly the Aiguillon Bay, a true open sky ornithological reserve! Indeed, numerous species spend part of the year there and let the holidaymakers admire them when visiting the area.
You can walk the trail surrounding the Aiguillon Bay, we however advise you to rent a bike and follow the bike paths, but also do gustatory halts along mussels and oysters parks of the Aiguillon Bay. Tasting mussels in this gorgeous landscape of the Marais poitevin is the true taste of weekends!
07 March 2022
Are you planning a visit or a trip in the Marais poitevin? The Park and the tourist offices provide a tourist map so that you can carefully discover the green and wild stretches of the Marais poitevin! Download our tourist map of the Marais poitevin and go discover our natural treasures! Go discover an exceptional […]
17 January 2022
Are you a runner and used to long distances? Are you looking to push your limits in a natural environment with countless long trail-running routes to choose from? The Marais poitevin is the place for you! Last autumn, the Niort – Marais poitevin – Vallée de la Sèvre Niortaise Tourist Office developed officially-recognised trail-running routes […]
06 January 2022
Find the hiking trails on the website of the Marais poitevin Are you looking to explore the Marais poitevin? Look no further, click on the “Itineraries” tab and you’ll find more than 190 hiking, cycling or horse-riding loop trails. On this “itineraries” page you’ll be able to filter or narrow your search by type of […]
On the board for your next holidays. Curled up between land and sea, the Marais poitevin is a unique and timeless destination. With its “Natural Regional Park” and “Grand Site de France” labels, its stunning beauty is waiting for you.
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