06 January 2022
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.
Hikers in the Green Venice.
On this “itineraries” page you’ll be able to filter or narrow your search by type of outing, and also by duration, length of the trail and even by difficulty!
The presentation in the form of a map means you can also search by location in the Marais poitevin by zooming in on the territory you are interested in. The Marais poitevin is a vast area made up of 89 towns from Longeville-sur-Mer in the west to Niort in the east and then from Mareuil-sur-Lay-Dissais to Val-sur-Mignon from north to south! There is a wide diversity of landscapes: Wet marshland, coast, plain, dry marshland, a real mosaic awaits you!
You can also simply select a destination or a place in the search bar.
Once you’ve chosen your trail, simply click on the page for that trail and you’ll find all the necessary information to start your exploration: the departure point, information about the markings if there are any, the type of path (dirt track, tarmac, etc.), and any uphill or downhill sections (although there aren’t many in the Marais poitevin!) …
Couple taking a bike ride in the Marais poitevin.
To view the route: it couldn’t be simpler, either you download and print it out, or you can download the GPX route onto your mobile phone.
Get your trainers or bikes ready, the trails to explore the Marais poitevin natural régional Park await you for a discovery of all the local treasures!!
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 […]
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, 330 bird species, 750 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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