Experience Nature at Camping Le Marais Sauvage

This course is part of the Niort - Marais Poitevin Trail Station. A course which will make you visit by running the network of the port with its channels, rivers, conches, ditches. These installations allow to welcome and preserve a rich flora and fauna in connection with the life of the Marais. Open your eyes when you run and let yourself be surprised by the natural encounters along the way. Work on your mind, concentrate on your feeling while running in this soothing environment. -> Handisport course -> Course currently not marked (but can be done with the mobile application On Piste)

From the martin pêcheur pier on the road from Damvix to Arçais, in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud, cover around 15 km of the Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park and get to know the wild marshlands. You can also discover the landscape by boat (a flat boat), in the biefs, gullies and conches. The route takes in parts of PR loops. Please note that some sections are liable to flooding in wet weather. This route is proposed by the Comité Régional de Randonnée Pédestre. Departing from a station or TER bus stop, it allows you to join a walking or hiking itinerary, and to take an ecomobility trip!

This course is part of the Niort - Marais Poitevin Trail Station. This course will lead you in a corner of the marsh where the frequentation is less strong than on other places. You have the possibility of discovering two villages with a natural zone arranged: the Ornithological Park. Do not hesitate to stop and refuel in the village of Saint-Hilaire-La-Palud which represents well the preserved and quiet rural France. Beware of the endurance course where the mind will have to be pumped up to avoid the changes in the terrain! -> Course currently unmarked (but achievable with the mobile application On Piste)

This short stroll will take you to the heart of the village of Arçais. Typical of the Marais Poitevin, it has many treasures. Enjoy this walk at your own pace, guided by the audio commentary or simply strolling through the narrow streets. Nice discovery and don't forget that you are not alone on the paths you are going to take. We invite you to respect the environment and the inhabitants and not to leave any trace of your passage. This route was created by the Tourist Office in partnership with the elected representatives of the commune of Arçais and in collaboration with the mediation service of the Regional Natural Park of the Marais Poitevin. Photo credits: PNR Marais Poitevin Scripting and texts : Lauriane Angibaud and Amandine Louveau, Niort Marais Poitevin Tourism Voice : Mathilde Cornuau, Niort Marais Poitevin Tourisme -> Unmarked itinerary

Discover the Marais sauvage by bike, an exceptional place rich in fauna and flora!

Departure: the church square. Distance: 23 km. Duration: 2h. Safety instructions - Wearing the helmet is strongly recommended. I roll on the right. I respect the rules of the road. I check the condition of my bike (brakes and lighting). I stay on marked trails. I respect the marsh, sensitive and classified site.

The route I propose is relatively simple to follow. It's a 6 km loop, starting and finishing at the same place: the port of Vanneau. If you have a river map of the Marais Poitevin, you'll find it even easier to follow the signs, thanks to the square wooden posts (with location numbers) at many intersections. It's possible to follow the route in any direction, but my detailed directions below are in the "Bief du Vanneau" direction first. This canoe/kayak itinerary will take you along the main conches of this part of the marsh and allow you to discover the area?s major points of interest: the Vanneau harbour, its footbridge and communal gardens, the large La Garette channel, the Belette rope and its market garden houses?

This walk allows you to discover the heart of the Marais de Saint-Georges de Rex. You will stroll through the numerous conches, cross beautiful bridges and discover the fauna and flora of the Marais Poitevin during this 6 km loop. Have a good walk and remember that you are not alone on the paths you will take. We invite you to respect nature: avoid picking flowers and plants, do not leave any rubbish behind, respect inhabited areas, stay on the paths, keep dogs on a lead.

This course is part of the Niort - Marais Poitevin Trail Station. This course will allow you to reach the authentic villages of Saint-Georges-de-Rex with its church and its fairground as well as the village of Vanneau-Irleau, a characteristic village of the Marais Poitevin. A route that will give you wings! -> The route is currently unmarked (but can be done using the On Piste mobile application)

This course is part of the Niort - Marais Poitevin Trail Station. Do not hesitate to make this course to have fun to cross the installations of all kinds: bridges, footbridges, locks, dams, boats bridge above the channels. Observe all of these installations which are used to cross all of the canals of the Marais. Stop to test the bridge boat on the way back to Coulon For the more experienced and those who are looking for a little more performance, you can continue with the Ports & Rigoles du marais course. -> Course currently unmarked (but can be done with the mobile application On Piste)

Embark on a nature holiday! Come and enjoy a unique experience at Le Marais Sauvage*** campsite in Le Mazeau, where nature and a change of scenery meet in the magnificent setting of the Marais Poitevin. Soak up the essence of this exceptional natural site and discover a new way to spend your holidays, in harmony with the environment and enriched by human contact. Ideally located, designed for lovers of nature and outdoor activities, ecologically committed, we offer you a campsite on a human scale, simple and friendly. Our campsite has 55 spacious grassy bare pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes, plus 2 "Tiny House toiles" where you can try out "Glamping". And because "nature" doesn't mean no comfort, you'll find all the services you need in our family-run establishment of 57 pitches: A bar, grocery shop and restaurant serving home-made galettes and crêpes in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere; Free, unlimited wifi throughout the campsite; A laundry / nursery; A play area; A service area; Bread and pastries available every morning; Fridge hire... With the "Qualidog" label, your pet's stay is free of charge. Just a short walk from the campsite, the Venise Verte pier and Original Vélo Tour offer guided and unguided tours of our wonderful Marais Poitevin.

Côté Ouest is semi-detached accommodation located in the heart of the Marais Poitevin in a beautiful residence, with a living room/kitchen, bathroom and toilet on the ground floor. Upstairs, two bedrooms, shower room and wc. There is a large garden with a lounge and barbecue, so you can make the most of the pleasant outdoors. Bikes and canoes are available for unforgettable walks in the Marais Poitevin. 1h15 from Puy du Fou 1h15 from the beaches 45 minutes from La Rochelle

Gîte in renovated outbuildings, adjoining the owner's home, located in a hamlet in the heart of the Marais Poitevin. Single-storey house: living room/kitchen with 1 x 90cm bed, 1 bedroom (1 x 140cm bed), shower room, WC. Wifi internet access. Enclosed garden of 500 m² with private terrace of 50 m² (garden furniture, sun loungers). Owners may pass through the grounds. Small dogs accepted (15kg). Summer swimming pool 6 km away (Benet): End-of-stay cleaning: €50/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 people: €10/stay; Bathroom linen hire: €8/stay. Additional charges: Visitor's tax; Pellet-fired central heating: €3/day (payable to owner).

Bed and breakfast located in the Venise Verte in the heart of the Marais Poitevin on an educational and holiday farm ideally placed between La Rochelle and the Puy du fou.

Detached old house dating from 1900, situated in a hamlet in the heart of the Marais Poitevin, close to another gîte. Ground floor: living room/kitchen, telephone, wc. First floor: bathroom, 2 bedrooms (1 double bed)(1 double bed). Wifi internet access. Enclosed landscaped grounds of 70 m², covered terrace (garden furniture, barbecue), boules pitch, rowing boat available, fishing on site. Mountain bikes and bicycles for hire. Gîte with character: End-of-stay cleaning: €40/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 people: €10/stay; Bathroom linen hire: €8/stay. In addition: Electric heating: general meter reading (deduction of 8 kWh per day for current consumption) - The owner provides the wood (recommended price based on 50 to 70€ per stere). The 1st flambé is free. - Tourist tax. Electric recharging point with fast and normal charging at the entrance to Aziré (D104).

Old house dating from 1900, located in a hamlet close to another gîte in the heart of the Marais Poitevin. Ground floor: living room (fireplace, telephone), kitchen, shower room, wc, storage room. First floor: bathroom/wc, 4 bedrooms (1 double bed in each). Wifi internet access. Enclosed landscaped grounds of 250 m² (garden furniture, barbecue), table tennis, boules pitch. Boat available, fishing on site. Bikes for hire. Gîte with character: End-of-stay cleaning: €60/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 people: €10/stay; Bathroom linen hire: €8/stay. In addition: Electric heating: general meter reading (deduction of 8 kWh per day for current consumption) - The owner provides the wood (recommended price based on 50 to 70€ per stere). The 1st flambé is free. - Tourist tax. Electric recharging point with fast and normal charging at the entrance to Aziré (D104).

Gîte located in Benet, in the heart of the Venise Verte region, adjoining the owner's house and another gîte. Ground floor: living room/kitchen with pellet stove, shower room with WC, mezzanine: sitting area and sleeping area (1 bed 140 + 1 bed 90). Wifi internet access. Outside, private terrace on a small enclosed plot. In the grounds shared by the owner and another gîte, shared swimming pool (5x8.5m) open from 2pm to 6pm from June to September, petanque area, table tennis table, children's swing. Other gîte on site: H85G23585. Heating included. Optional: End-of-stay cleaning: 45€/stay; Sheet hire: 10€/bed/stay and per change; Towel hire: 10€/person/stay and per change. Additional charge: tourist tax.

Gîte located in Benet, in the heart of Venise Verte, adjoining the owner's house and another gîte. Ground floor: living room/kitchen with pellet stove, bedroom (1 x 140cm bed), shower room (PRM access), separate WC (PRM access), storage room, mezzanine sleeping area (2 x 90cm twin beds). Wifi internet access. Outside, private terrace on a small enclosed plot. Shared swimming pool (5x8.5m) open from 2pm to 6pm from June to September, petanque area, table tennis, children's swing. Other gîte on site: H85G23585. Optional: End-of-stay cleaning: €45/stay; Sheet hire: €10/bed/stay and per change; Towel hire: €10/person/stay and per change. Additional charge: tourist tax.

Single-storey house converted in 2014 in a former sheepfold, set in a 3500 m² property in the heart of Venise Verte, close to the owner's accommodation and another gîte. The accommodation comprises a living room/lounge/kitchen (fireplace, connected speaker), 2 bedrooms (1 double bed 180) (2 twin beds 90), a shower room, a separate WC, and a fishing/laundry room. Wifi free of charge. Outside: private terrace (garden furniture, barbecue). Shared with another gîte and the owners: car park, large enclosed garden with swimming pool (5x10m) open from 01/05 to 28/09 heated by geothermal energy (minimum 24° and if outside temperatures exceed 20°) and enclosed by a safety barrier (with opening/closing times to ensure cleanliness and hygiene), children's play area, petanque area, adult bikes (baby seat available), rowing boat available (life jackets). Hébergement ACCUEIL VELO close to the Vélo Francette and the Vendée Vélo Tour, with services tailored to cyclists: secure storage space for bikes, repair tools, information on local routes, and facilities for touring cyclists. Other gîte on site: H85G023244. All-inclusive price (cleaning, sheets and towels). Additional charge: tourist tax.

Breeding cattle and milk production. Sale cheese "The Paloubéen", beat cream cheese and yogurt plain or with jam. At the farm, Monday to Friday, from 17h to 19h. At market Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon on Wednesday and that of Niort on Saturday.

Picnic area in Arçais direction Damvix with tables and benches.

This Grand Logis was enlarged in the 19th century (private residence visible from the street). Its first owner is at the origin of the implantation of the first poplar tree in the Marais Poitevin. The eleven stores on the first floor were used for the storage of goods (wine, wood, fish) in transit to Niort and Marans, then rented until 1960 to farmers who stored their equipment necessary for the exploitation of the marsh.

Its Grand Port, totally restored, was one of the main places of exchange between the plain and the valley of the Sèvre Niortaise. Two wooden cranes remind us that in the past, poplar trunks, transported by water, were hoisted onto the bank. On the edge of the river port stands a 19th century dwelling (private property visible from the street). (private property visible from the street). The 11 warehouses on the ground floor were used to store goods in transit to Niort and Marans. In its extension, old farms lined up along the chemin de la Garenne overlooking both the street and the Minet reach. Arçais is a typical market gardening village and an ideal starting point for discovering the wetlands on foot, by boat or by bicycle.

Come to relax and eat at the picnic area of the commune of Arçais at the Coursault area, this one is shaded and is accessible by the D101.

Its fully restored Grand Port was one of the main exchanges between the plain and the valley of Sèvre Niortaise. Two wooden cranes recall that once the poplar trunks, carried by water, were hoisted on the bank. On the edge of the river port stands a residence of the XIXth century. (private property visible from the street). The 11 warehouses on the ground floor were used to store goods in transit to Niort and Marans. In its extension, line up along the Chemin de la Garenne old farms overlooking both the street and the Minet bief. Typical village of the market garden, Arçais is an ideal starting point for discovering the wetted marsh on foot, by boat or by bike. To see: Garenne houses, lock and old cable lift bridge of the Bourdettes, St-Cyr church and chain boat.

Built in the south of the current commune, in the place called Butte de la Vieille Eglise, the first sanctuary, isolated (no trace of nearby dwellings), named the Grande Eglise, was probably destroyed during the Wars of Religion. From 1855 to 1862, the parish church was rebuilt in the other direction (reversal) in the neo-Gothic style. Unusual are the hooks on the north exterior facing of Saint-Cyr, located high up and used to dry the leather hoses of the firemen, without twisting them.

Character honeys collected locally by our bees on the flowers of the Poitevin marsh. Glass hive and exhibition at the farm, come and discover the life of these bees in the lock house of Bourdettes. Tasting at the farm.

Situated between Arçais and Damvix on the navigable network of the Sèvre Niortaise river, the Bourdettes includes a lock (1862-1872) and a drawbridge with cables (rebuilt in 2003) to allow for road traffic by joining the D 102 to the D 104, and river traffic for the passage of maintenance barges to Marans or to Niort.

Picnic area next to the church.

"Au bord de l'eau" is an open-air restaurant in the shade of the trees on the site of the Mazeau pier. Every lunchtime, except Wednesdays, from Easter to the end of September: You can choose from a discovery menu (Préfou, Jambon de Vendée, Farci poitevin, Fromage de Pays, Gâteau minute...) or an à la carte menu with starters, hot dishes, salads, a seasonal tart and desserts. All menus are prepared using local and seasonal produce, and everything is homemade! In the evening, from Thursday to Saturday in July and August: Enjoy the peace and freshness of the marshes over a wood-fired oven, with all-you-can-eat rolls baked before your very eyes in the wood-fired oven! This is the common thread running through the menu, and is used to garnish, sauce and spread local specialities. Sunday evenings: You can book in advance or come and enjoy a wood-fired pizza! Homemade dough, matured for 24 to 48 hours, rolled out by hand and topped with fresh local produce! You can even try your hand at Vendée shuffleboard, share a board game or take a siesta! There's also a children's play area. In the afternoon, the restaurant remains open, serving crêpes, pastries and local drinks. Picnic baskets can be booked for boat trips.

Meals cooked on site, poke bowls, tajine, traditional dishes, salads, homemade ice creams. To eat in or take away, delivery subject to certain conditions. You can also take advantage of the Coffee Shop, a cosy, gourmet tea room.

L'Embarcadère de l'Autize, in a small village typical of the Venise Verte region, in the heart of the Marais Poitevin. Come and spend a pleasant moment in a friendly setting by the water. L'Embarcadère de l'Autize serves grilled meats, regional dishes and brasserie classics. And don't forget to grab an ice cream or a drink! During the summer, mussels and chips evenings are organised every Tuesday evening in July and August. Individuals, families or groups. Booking recommended And don't forget to take a boat trip while you're here!

A traditional restaurant where it's good to stop for a break in the company of owners Angie and David GRASLIN! In addition to eating, the restaurant also serves as a bar, tobacconist's, newsagent's, fishing card seller and bread seller.

We offer a varied menu: "homemade" pizzas, patties made with flour entirely imported from Brittany and from an organic farming, salads, stuffed vegetables (local speciality). For your gourmet break, in the afternoon, we offer you a whole selection of homemade ice creams, as well as sweet pancakes. We are open all day to serve you at your convenience and offer you a snack outside of hours of service. Very good tasting to all and good stay! Dishes (pizzas and pancakes) and take-out drinks from May 15, depending on the deconfinement measures.

In the heart of the small village of Arçais, in a hamlet bathed in calm and greenery, with its authentic houses, our establishment welcomes you in a cosy setting where hospitality and know-how go hand in hand. Just 100 metres from the boat departures to discover the Venise Verte, near the footpaths and cycle routes, you will enjoy traditional market garden cuisine, based on local produce; refined, original cuisine and a menu that changes with the seasons. A daily menu is offered every day of the week. Our chef's homemade cuisine is a delight to share! Our restaurant is open on weekends in low season (February, March, October and November) and the following days are closed: from April to September (Sunday evening, Monday and Thursday evening).

Located in the heart of Arçais, the Ptit Creux offers a wide choice of pizzas, panini, sandwiches, salads, fries ... on the spot (shaded terrace) or take away. Open all year. In the off-season, from 18h to 21h (from 18h to 21h30, the weekend). In season, from 11h to 14h30 and from 18h to 21h30.

Opening a new restaurant in a maraîchine house recently ranked "Small City of Character". Located in the center of Arçais, there is a warm atmosphere with a patio, a dining room. The port is 2 minutes and 20 meters free parking. The traditional cuisine combines fish and meat and maraîchine kitchen. Our dishes are available à la carte, prepared with fresh, seasonal produce. Open all year, 7/7, from Easter to the end of December. Thursday to Sunday in the off-season.

Associative and cultural bar with various activities scheduled every weekend

Le comptoir Lenas offers traditional dishes from the region (oysters, terrines, farci poitevin, wild eels, etc.) as well as from abroad (jamon Ibérico, ceviche, thai, coconut rice, etc.). The restaurant has a wood-fired oven, which is used to cook your dishes. The restaurant has an outdoor terrace in the village of Damvix, opposite the church.

Embark on a nature holiday! Come and enjoy a unique experience at Le Marais Sauvage*** campsite in Le Mazeau, where nature and a change of scenery meet in the magnificent setting of the Marais Poitevin. Soak up the essence of this exceptional natural site and discover a new way to spend your holidays, in harmony with the environment and enriched by human contact. Ideally located, designed for lovers of nature and outdoor activities, ecologically committed, we offer you a campsite on a human scale, simple and friendly. Our campsite has 55 spacious grassy bare pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes, plus 2 "Tiny House toiles" where you can try out "Glamping". And because "nature" doesn't mean no comfort, you'll find all the services you need in our family-run establishment of 57 pitches: A bar, grocery shop and restaurant serving home-made galettes and crêpes in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere; Free, unlimited wifi throughout the campsite; A laundry / nursery; A play area; A service area; Bread and pastries available every morning; Fridge hire... With the "Qualidog" label, your pet's stay is free of charge. Just a short walk from the campsite, the Venise Verte pier and Original Vélo Tour offer guided and unguided tours of our wonderful Marais Poitevin.

Gîte de la Treille - Holiday rental is located in the heart of a charming little village in the Marais Poitevin. This typically Marais-style detached house has a large living/dining room with a wood-burning stove, a fully-equipped kitchen and a toilet. Upstairs, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 2 WCs. A large plot with garden furniture and barbecue will enable you to make the most of your holiday. Access to a private conche opens the doors to the Venise Verte! Le Mazeau is ideally located in the Marais Poitevin, a starting point for walks, bike rides and boat trips... Garage 1h10 from the beaches 50 minutes from La Rochelle 1h15 from Puy du Fou

Comfortable stone house with large rooms, 1 enclosed garden with trees, 1 large terrace, 1 car park ... Situated 230 metres from the Port du Mazeau, this well-equipped house offers a relaxing stay for one or more families. The house is well insulated, particularly against heatwaves. You can take a boat trip along the canals of the Venise Verte, go cycling (you can borrow 2 bikes) and visit the beautiful surrounding villages. You can also drive to La Rochelle (50 minutes), the Ile de Ré (1 hour), the beaches of the Vendée (1 hour 15 minutes), the Futuroscope (1h30), Nantes (1h30) or Puy du Fou (1h10). This is the owner's main house, available to you when he goes on holiday.

The service and reception area at LE MAZEAU welcomes you to the heart of the Marais Poitevin. Located in the centre of the village, close to the town hall and village hall, you'll still be able to enjoy the peace and quiet! There's also a cellar and biscuit factory, "l'Echoppe du Marais", a bakery and a restaurant, "Au Bord de l'Eau", as well as "L'Orée du Marais". Before or after the tastings, you can choose to go for a ride in a boat, canoe, paddle or bicycle at the "Embarcadère de la Venise Verte" or on foot along the Marais paths. During the summer season, several events are organised by the local businesses. Free parking is available on site: 1 service point for water and 2 points with 4 electric sockets each (CB), as well as a space for emptying black and grey water... For more services, the "Le Marais Sauvage" campsite is open from April to October.

Côté Ouest is semi-detached accommodation located in the heart of the Marais Poitevin in a beautiful residence, with a living room/kitchen, bathroom and toilet on the ground floor. Upstairs, two bedrooms, shower room and wc. There is a large garden with a lounge and barbecue, so you can make the most of the pleasant outdoors. Bikes and canoes are available for unforgettable walks in the Marais Poitevin. 1h15 from Puy du Fou 1h15 from the beaches 45 minutes from La Rochelle

Since 2011, La Ferme de la Venise Verte has been a holiday rental in the heart of the Marais Poitevin. With its 5,000 m2 of enclosed wooded grounds, including a garden and orchard, this 3-star bed and breakfast is comfortably furnished and spacious (175 m2). 6 bicycles, a canoe, 2 kayaks and a rowing boat are available free of charge. Cycle paths and waterways nearby. Table tennis table Fishing facilities, Well-equipped kitchen with appliances and scullery, dining room, lounge, 3 bedrooms, bathroom with bath and shower, shower room with shower, 2 WCs. Wifi Internet, TV, DVD player To view more photos, please visit my website: www.lafermedelaveniseverte.fr 1h15 from Puy du Fou 1h10 from the beaches 45 minutes from La Rochelle

Cottage overlooking a poplar combinable with the "house of the edges of Sevre." Paradise for beginners or experienced fishermen (provision of boat for only fishing). Bicycles provided free of charge to browse the many walking and biking trails from the house. Peace and quiet assured.

"Gite des Bords de Sèvre" with a view over the Sèvre Niortaise river, joined to the "Gite de la Peupleraie". Rowing boat available only for fishing, bikes on site and there are bicycle tracks and walking paths which set off from the house. The perfect spot for nature lovers, walkers and anglers.

In an authentic setting on the banks of a millstream and the Sèvre Niortaise river, Stéphanie welcomes you to her characterful stone and exposed-beam gîte, combining old-world charm with a touch of modernity. Water is at the heart of this house, visible from every room! Ground floor: large kitchen (29.5 m²), dining room (34m²), living room (14m²) with fireplace and wood-burning stove, wc. Upstairs: family bedroom 1 (19 m²- 1 bed 140, 1 bed 90 in a separate communicating room), bedroom 2 (14.5 m²-1 bed 140), mezzanine (1 bed 90), wc and shower room. A wooded park of approx. 7,000 m² runs alongside the millstream and a stream, home to numerous crayfish. Unenclosed garden. Ideal for fishermen and hikers, you'll have direct access to the Sèvre. You'll come into contact with moorhens, ducks, coypu, swans and storks. Numerous hiking and biking trails