VISIT-POITOU Poitou Charentes, Comité Départemental Tourisme en Deux-Sèvres, CDT 79
The unusual realm of the Marais Poitevin
Going green all the way !
Leave behind your daily routine and immerse yourself in 96,000 hectares of refreshing greenery ?
 A cathedral of greenery, also known as the "Venise verte" (Green Venice) |
With its cultivated plains, forests and hundreds of canals and waterways, the Marais Poitevin truly deserves the name of Green Venice.
In the majestic silence, the only sounds you’ll hear come from birds, cows guarding the islands and oars slicing through the duckweeds. Let yourself glide on the water, watch your thoughts fly away...
The light is green, the way is open !
There are many ways to explore the Marais Poitevin :
by boat : surfing on duckweed
by foot : unlimited rambling available
by bike : cycling on flat country
by carriage or on horseback : a horse with a view
the Marais lifestyle : docks without beaches or cobblestones
Guided tours and places to visit : the call of the wild
Plants and wildlife : between two rivers lies Eden
Gastronomy : a mouth-watering experience
| Wandering and Rambling | |
Unlimited rambling available No more escalators, narrow sidewalks or trodden asphalt ! Miles of trails and paths are available for your strolling pleasure. | |
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A thousand curiosities...
- The unusual realm of the Marais Poitevin
- Places to see and visit along the paths
- Outdoor activities
- Festivals : a must - see
- Great recipes from our past
Backpack
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- Activities 0
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Smart tips
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Life in a Château (The Sentinel’s Chamber) - 72.5 € per adult per night, on the minimum basis of 2 adults sharing the same room * and 25 € per child per night
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