{"id":2928123,"date":"2019-08-23T15:16:18","date_gmt":"2019-08-23T13:16:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.parc-marais-poitevin.fr\/uncategorized\/traverser-le-marais-poitevin-a-velo-avec-la-velo-francette"},"modified":"2026-02-03T14:09:19","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T13:09:19","slug":"traverser-le-marais-poitevin-a-velo-avec-la-velo-francette","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.parc-marais-poitevin.fr\/en\/bike-ride\/traverser-le-marais-poitevin-a-velo-avec-la-velo-francette","title":{"rendered":"Cycling across the Marais poitevin with the \u201cV\u00e9lo Francette\u201d bike route"},"content":{"rendered":"

The \u201cV\u00e9lo Francette<\/strong>\u201d bike route is a big success and perfect for those who want to discover the Marais poitevin<\/strong> with family or friends. You cycle across the Natural Regional Park<\/strong><\/a>, from Niort<\/a><\/strong> to the coastline of Vend\u00e9e, through the typical villages<\/a> of the Marsh. The secure bike paths are the nest choice for a calm ride to relax and enjoy authentic landscapes<\/strong><\/a> and charms of the Marais poitevin.<\/p>\n

Focus on the \u201cV\u00e9lo Francette\u201d bike route<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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From Ouistreham in Normandy to La Rochelle<\/a><\/strong> in Charente-Maritime<\/a>, the \u201cV\u00e9lo Francette<\/strong>\u201d route allows you to discover France in a different way, contemplating the landscapes for a unique road-trip. Through 12 journeys and 630 kilometres of marked itinerary, it gives you an exceptional panorama on the \u201cPetite France\u201d area, hence the name \u201cV\u00e9lo Francette\u201d. Watercourses, rivers, \u201cguinguettes\u201d, \u201cAccueil V\u00e9lo<\/a><\/strong>\u201d services are all along the bike route and strengthen this timeless spirit of freedom that you can feel during your ride.<\/p>\n

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The \u201cV\u00e9lo Francette\u201d bike route in the Marais poitevin<\/strong><\/h2>\n

This bike route offers different journeys in the heart of the Marais poitevin<\/strong><\/a>. From the doorsteps of Niort<\/strong> to the Atlantic Ocean, you discover the Marsh villages of the Green Venice<\/strong><\/a> and the Aiguillon Bay<\/a>. A land where nature is protected and promoted, the Marais poitevin is a true green bower for a calming bike ride. As you follow the S\u00e8vre niortaise River, a true guide of the route, you discover the different and particular modes of operation of hydraulic structures that have given a rhythm for the inhabitants for centuries. The 8,000 kilometres of channels and watercourses spreading across the territory of the Natural Park<\/a> are all places for discoveries. The flat landscape is perfect for less sportive people as well as young ones. A family excursion<\/strong> with picnic for lunch is a must-do for all nature lovers.<\/p>\n

Bridges, gateways, towpaths or even white roads: The \u201cV\u00e9lo Francette<\/strong>\u201d route mostly takes secure pathways and green lanes where the absence of motor vehicle gives the travelled places a calming character.<\/p>\n

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Cyclists taking the V\u00e9lo Francette along the S\u00e8vre niortaise<\/p><\/div>\n

The Marais poitevin by bike in four steps<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Cyclistes sur une passerelle \u00e0 Niort<\/p><\/div>\n

Following the \u201cV\u00e9lo Francette<\/strong><\/a>\u201d route in the Marais poitevin will take you from the hold of Niort harbour to the doorsteps of the Atlantic coastline<\/strong> in Marans<\/strong><\/a>:<\/p>\n