La Cabane des Frênes: Nature Getaway in Charente-Maritime

From Camping La Brande to Chateau d' Oleron, you can walk along the coast to the east and reach the ramparts of Chateau d' Oleron up to La Citadelle and return to the campsite via the moats, walking around the town fortified by Vauban and the beach.

All the cycle routes in the Deux-Sèvres Marais Poitevin have the same markings. On these markers (wooden beams with a turquoise plate), are indicated the numbers of the circuits in black. Here, follow the Number 8. The circuits are marked out in both directions, there is no specific starting point, you can start your walk wherever you like. Be careful, the small paths can be used by motorized vehicles. Safety instructions - Wearing a helmet is highly recommended. I ride on the right. I respect the rules of the road. I check the condition of my bike (brakes and lighting). I stay on the marked paths. I respect the marsh, a sensitive and classified site.

2 PR connected by a linear of 1.7 km along the canal of Mignon.

All the cycle routes in the Deux-Sèvres Marais Poitevin have the same markings. On these markers (wooden beams with a turquoise plate), are indicated the numbers of the circuits in black. Here, follow the Number 2. The circuits are marked out in both directions, there is no specific starting point, you can start your walk wherever you like. Be careful, the small paths can be used by motorized vehicles. Safety instructions - Wearing a helmet is highly recommended. I ride on the right. I respect the rules of the road. I check the condition of my bike (brakes and lighting). I stay on the marked paths. I respect the marsh, a sensitive and classified site.

Departure: Place de la Mairie. Distance: 30 km. Duration: 2:45. Safety instructions - The helmet is strongly advised. I drive to right. I respect the highway code. I check the status of my bike (brakes and lighting). I stay on the marked trails. I respect the marsh, sensitive and classified site.

Cross 3 departments on this pilgrimage: the Vendée, the Deux-Sèvres and the Charente-Maritime. You will be able to discover the Marais Poitevin which extends over these 3 territories. Landscapes, monuments, fauna and flora will be there in all their diversity.

This course is part of the Niort - Marais Poitevin Trail Station. Without doubt a royal course for beginners and those who are looking for a place to recover actively This trail originates from a variety of strawberry that bears fruit for 40 days. These atypical strawberries were known at the court of the kings of France! Enjoy this trail in the peaceful territory of the Niort Marais Poitevin trail station! -> Trail Station marked out course

Come and discover the incredible heritage of Usseau, Antigny and Olbreuse !

In 2019, Usseau joins with Priaires and Thorigny-sur-le-Mignon to form the new commune of Val-du-Mignon and becomes its chief town.

Lined up along a straight main street and crossed by two reaches and the Courance, the village and its hamlets continue this peasant tradition by living today from dairy farming, egg production and cereal crops. Have a good walk and remember that you are not alone on the paths you will take. We therefore 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 leash -> Marking: not marked except for signs on the path of the maraîchine.

Gîte in a former lock keeper's house, adjoining another gîte, situated on the banks of the Canal des 5 Abbés. Ground floor: living room/kitchen area (fireplace, freezer), shower room and WC accessible to disabled persons, 2 bedrooms (1 double bed) (2 single beds). No Wifi. Shared tumble dryer in outside room. Communal landscaped grounds with private area of 240 m², private enclosed terrace of 8 m² (garden furniture, barbecue, 1 deckchair), carport. Fishing on site (equipped technical room), pontoon available for disabled access. Options: End-of-stay cleaning: €80/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 people: €10/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 people: €10/stay. 10€/stay; Bathroom linen hire: 8€/pers/stay. Additional charges: Electric heating: 8€/day (payable to the owner).

Gîte in a former lock keeper's house, adjoining another gîte, situated on the banks of the Canal des 5 Abbés. Ground floor: living room/kitchen area (fireplace, freezer), 1/2 step to shower room, wc, 1 bedroom (1 double bed). No Wifi. Shared tumble dryer in outside room. Shared landscaped grounds with private area of 225m², private enclosed terrace of 8 m² (garden furniture, barbecue, deckchair). Carport. Options: End-of-stay cleaning: €50/stay; Sheet hire for 2 pers. 10€/stay; Bathroom linen hire: 8€/pers/stay. Extra charge: Electric heating: 8€/day (payable to the owner).

Detached old house on the banks of the canal. Ground floor: living room/kitchen area (fireplace), WC, bedroom with shower room (1 x 140cm bed). 1st floor: 3 bedrooms (2 x 901cm beds) (1 x 140cm bed) (1 x 140cm bed and 1 x 90cm bed), shower room, WC. Wifi internet access. Enclosed landscaped grounds of 500 m² with terrace (garden furniture, barbecue), bowling green. Fishing area. Options : End-of-stay cleaning: €80/stay; Sheet hire for 1 or 2 people: €10/stay; Towel hire: €8/stay. Extra: Electric heating on individual meter reading on heating (to be paid to the owner); Wood: 1st flambé free, additional basket: €7.

Ideally located, Le Merval campsite has everything you need for an unforgettable holiday with family or friends: a warm atmosphere, a peaceful setting, a snack bar, a petanque area and plenty of entertainment to get you out and about. Games area for young and old with table football, table tennis, billiards and board games for sharing good times. Heated swimming pool and paddling pool, open from 15 May to 15 September. A lodge tent, with sanitary facilities, and a safari tent, without sanitary facilities, are available for an original stay.

I'll be waiting for you at Nathalie's to take you on a traditional boat tour of the Venise Verte (Green Venice), despite the fact that we're on a jetty, I'm the one taking you on a boat tour! Are you ready to discover the Marais Sauvage? Lunch will be a local picnic. Get your taste buds ready! Then it's time to get on the bike and head for the land of donkeys. After a few kilometers, we'll stop off at Quentin's Parc Du Coq à l'âne. This place helps to preserve the Baudet du Poitou. With an exceptional and unique show, we enter the donkey enclosure. Ready for a cuddle? Not even Park visitors are this lucky! After the presentation of this great animal, we walk towards the soap factory to join Christelle. Can you smell it? That's the smell of soap. Those fumes, Madame, but also Monsieur.

Original Vélo Tour has been offering guided gourmet bike rides throughout the Marais Poitevin and Vendée since 2017. Off the beaten track or on cycle paths, our 1h30 Bike Escapades or Discovery Days offer discoveries of fauna, flora, local producers and little-known heritage. Find out more about our experiences at www.originalvelotour.fr Original Vélo Tour has been awarded the Qualité Tourisme and Valeurs Parc Naturel Régional du Marais Poitevin labels since 2019.

Pleasant, refurbished single-storey house (96 m2) in a quiet neighbourhood. The 500 m2 garden is enclosed and not overlooked. The house comprises a very attractive living room and a fully-equipped, open-plan kitchen with dining bar. The lounge area is separated into a cosy space with its exposed beams. 2 bedrooms with a double bed, 1 bedroom with 2 separate beds (but which can be brought together to make 1 double bed) and 1 bedroom with bunk beds. 2 fully renovated shower rooms. The cycle paths are accessible just outside the house. You're just 2 km from the seaside resort with its sandy beach, inflatables and wakeboarding. Plage des Bélugas is just 3.5 km away. Everything you need for a great holiday for up to 8 people with family or friends!

Julie's signature dishes include "Smoked salmon", "Seafood sauerkraut", "Homemade burger" and "Homemade profiteroles". Enjoy the inventive cuisine of Julie and her team in a variety of settings or on the terrace overlooking the Lay and its oyster beds. Mussels and oysters available in season. On site, a traditional canning factory offers home-made products, the fruit of meticulous work and a commitment to quality. Original jams, melting caramels, homemade ketchup, tasty country terrine and delicious fish soup will delight your taste buds. Home-smoked salmon: We've also introduced our own smoked salmon, carefully prepared according to a traditional recipe. The freshness and quality of our salmon make it a must for seafood lovers. Semi-cooked foie gras : Our semi-cooked foie gras, a refined speciality, completes our gastronomic offer. Prepared with particular attention to detail, it will win over connoisseurs with its delicate texture and exquisite taste. Gift cards available.

Situated at the entrance to the beach and the forest, we welcome you to our quiet, contemporary-style house. You can book either the "Étage" (upstairs) of the house, which can accommodate 1 to 4 people, with its two bedrooms and bathroom, or the "Annexe", which is a room in a wooden chalet in the garden, with its own shower room and separate entrance to the property. You will have free access to our living room and wifi. Each room has its own private terrace. Breakfast is included. You can relax either on the terrace reserved for the occupants of the "Étage" or on the private wooden terrace of the "Annexe". For your complete well-being, we also offer (at an additional cost) access to our private balneotherapy spa, as well as relaxation, sophrology and reiki sessions. Sleeping arrangements: - "l'Étage" comprises two bedrooms, one with a king-size bed (160cm), and the other with two single beds (90cm). Sleeps 1 to 4 people. Both bedrooms have private bathrooms. The accommodation is for the same family only (there is no sharing with strangers). If you come as a couple, you can choose your room with either a double bed or two single beds. If you wish to have your own room, the "3 people" rate will apply. - The "Annexe" has a double bed (160 cm). On specific request, the rooms can be opened outside the indicated opening periods.

Would you like to spend your holiday in the Marais Poitevin? Then look no further. You've come to the right place It's not easy to find seasonal accommodation - there's so much to choose from, and of so many different qualities. Welcoming travellers is our profession. It's not a sideline. This means that we can guarantee you a warm welcome and quality services. The satisfaction of travellers expressed through the reviews you can find on the internet is the result of our commitment to your satisfaction. We are convinced that several components are part of the service. Our credo is to offer travellers quality accommodation and a direct environment. Our gîtes have all been redesigned and refurbished during the winter of 2023/2024 to provide you with a restful experience. That's also why our prices are all-inclusive. All linen, towels (except pool towels), tea towels, shower soap and cleaning products are provided. Cleaning is also included in our price. However, this does not release the traveller from the obligation to return the gîte in the condition in which it was found. So there are no nasty surprises or hidden costs, and no need to worry about luggage. But the spirit of the gîte is not just about providing accommodation. Human contact is at the heart of our profession. We pay particular attention to each and every one of our travellers so that we can provide the most appropriate response. The La Fauvette gîte has been designed and decorated with this in mind. With a surface area of 25 m², it comprises a living room with two single beds (90 x 190 - which can be joined together), a TNT television, a fully equipped kitchen (fridge, 2-burner hob, extractor hood, combined microwave, kettle, toaster, traditional or pod coffee machine), a bathroom with shower and a separate toilet. It is also equipped with a very fast free WIFI point, ideal for teleworking. A private outdoor area with table and chairs is also provided. A barbecue (with charcoal and lighting) or plancha can be provided on request. The minimum rental period is two nights, except in high season (minimum 4 nights). The entire property has its own parking area, lit throughout the night for added convenience and safety. Situated in the centre of the Marais Poitevin, 35 minutes from the main attractions, it will be easy for you to find the activities you like and we will be able to guide you. What's more, our swimming pool, heated to 27°C in season (April to October - open from 9am to 11pm or longer on request), is a much-appreciated place of conviviality and calm. Doing nothing and relaxing is also an activity in its own right. So don't hesitate. If you still have any questions about this description, don't hesitate to contact us via our e-mail address lenclosbleu.chaille@gmail.com or directly on our website www.enclos-bleu.com.

In 1315, the Lord of Mauzé “had land cut off” to create a port. In 1714, King Claude Masse’s engineer visited the port of Chaban and Mauzé, which was threatened with ruin. A canal project was examined in 1808 by Napoleon I. From 1843 to 45, the Mignon canal was built from the Bazoin lock to the port of Gueux (near Sazay), then extended from 1880 to 83 to Mauzé to connect the municipality to the sea by the Sèvre Niortaise and allow the transport by gauge of goods. Quickly competed by rail, then the road, the largest port of Green Venice is soon abandoned. In 1996, it was rehabilitated as part of the Grand Travaux du Marais poitevin, but remained inaccessible to boats since the canal is currently navigable from Bazoin to a little upstream of La Grève-s.-le-Mignon.

Near downtown, huge park, toilets

At the crossing of Poitou and Aunis, Mauzé takes its name from "Mauseacum" meaning placed in the middle of the waters. Built on the banks of the Mignon, the city develops around the seigneurial castle and close to a toll. In the 17th century, she was subjected to the Dragonnades in the image of Protestant Jean Migault, a refugee in Breuil-Barrabin, the city’s district. The wine and brandies trade ensured the municipality a major economic boom in the 18th century. After the phylloxera crisis, minotiers and dairy replaced little to little coopers and carts. Mauzé is also the birthplace of the adventurer René Caillié whom she honours every year. What to see: the port of Mignon, the two towers of the castle of XIIIè s. (private), the church of St-Pierre (tabernacle of the XVIIè s. classified), the park of the former Moulin à Drap (private), the Old Mill, the fairground and its bandstand...

Priaire(s), which is written with or without the final "s", is quoted for the first time in 1044 in the cartular of the abbey of St-Jean-d'Angély and belonged to the Aunis under the generality and election of La Rochelle, then Deux-Sèvres in 1790. Its terroir was once in one of the Cognac appellation areas. The vines, cultivated over a large area, produced excellent spirits until the phylloxera crisis of 1873, gradually giving way to cooperative dairies and cereal crops. In 2019, the village merges with Usseau and Thorigny-s.-le-Mignon to form the new commune of Val-du-Mignon. It is by taking the time to stroll that we discover the richness of the rural built heritage strongly inspired by the architecture of the nearby Charente department. To see: Notre-Dame church (baptismal font of 1629).

In a charter of July 1039, William I, Lord of Parthenay (990-1054), invited by Pope John XIX to take under his protection the abbey of Saint-Jean-d'Angély, grants it the court (curtis) of Priaire(s). This donation is the origin of the foundation of the priory (now disappeared). Formerly part of the diocese of Saintes and the archpriesthood of Surgères, the church was united with the parish of Usseau in 1813. It replaced the old sanctuary, whose poverty was highlighted by the 1688 and 1718 visits. To be seen: baptismal font from 1629 and a curious bell tower-wall with a bracketed arch and a cross.

Come and relax and eat at the picnic area (4 tables) in the commune of Priaires.

In 2019, the village will merge with Usseau and Thorigny-sur-le-Mignon to form the new commune of Val-du-Mignon and become a delegated commune with Usseau as its chief town. It is a rural village, and today it is home to the only certified sustainable agriculture farm in the department and a tobacco producer. It is by taking the time to stroll along the Subite and the Coudre that one discovers the richness of the built heritage strongly inspired by the architecture of the neighbouring Charente department. Its warm limestone hillock is also favourable to the blossoming of some thirty varieties of orchids growing in the woods and along the berms (narrow paths between a canal and an earthen embankment): Goat orchid, Spider orchid, Woodcock orchid, Hanging man orchid, Bird's nest orchid...

One of the southernmost communes of the Communauté d'Agglomération de Niort, on the border of the Deux-Sèvres and the Charente-Maritime, the smallest and least populated of the canton of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, Priaire(s), which is written with or without a final s, is mentioned for the first time in 1044 in the cartulary of the abbey of Saint-Jean-d'Angély and belonged to the Aunis region, under the jurisdiction of the generality and election of La Rochelle, then of the Deux-Sèvres in 1790. Its terroir was once in one of the Cognac appellation areas. The vineyards, cultivated over a large area, produced an excellent eau-de-vie until the phylloxera crisis of 1873, which gradually gave way to cooperative dairies and cereal crops.

We are a family farm in the heart of the Marais Poitevin. We have various activities: Livestock 350 goats, cheese, cereal crops and rearing suckler cows limousines bio. We invite you every Tuesday and Friday from 17h to 19h, to visit the farm and see the cheese. We will offer you to taste cheese and watch the milking takes place at 18pm. We are also present on the markets of Niort (Saturday), from Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud (Sunday) of Frontenay-Rohan-Rohan (Tuesday) and Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon (1 and 3rd Wednesday of the month).

Come and relax and eat at the picnic area of the commune of Le Bourdet, located on Le Maraicher.

Restaurant-bar serving pizza, burgers and traditional home-cooked food. Takeaway or on-site buffet service (starters, desserts) and dish of the day. Themed cuisine for "weekend specials": frogs' legs, eels, mussels and chips, couscous, etc.

Street Food

Choose from the menus and a la carte, meat, seafood (oysters, whelks, langoustine, prawns, gambas, crab) and fish (sea bream, salmon, sea bass, monkfish, haddock...) from the fish auction in Les Sables d'Olonne. The setting of this family restaurant, taken over in 2022 by Anthony and Edwige, is bright and warm, in keeping with their welcome and decorated on the theme of the sea. Enjoy a delicious meal with the sun setting over the Lay estuary. Anthony works with the Bertrand company in L'Aiguillon-sur-Mer, the fish auction in Les Sables d'Olonne and the cannery on the Ile d'Yeu. The VRIGNAUD distillery, the Maison Jard vineyards, the SMEELE brewery and many others are their most loyal suppliers.

Open to all, the restô offers grilled meats all summer long, as well as platters of cold meats and cheeses... Chips, mogettes and ratatouille accompany grilled andouillettes, beef steaks or chicken supremes. Open for lunch in July and August. Guinguette atmosphere on Friday and Sunday evenings!

Located in the Marais Poitevin, in the heart of the village, the restaurant offers its specialties maraîchines (Stuffed poitevin, eels and frogs persillade, pike perch with white butter ...), but also its traditional specialties (duck breast, steak Bearnaise , gambas flambées ...). You will enjoy home-made cooking using fresh, seasonal produce. We also welcome you for your family and professional receptions. 3 rooms and 2 terraces are at your disposal. Open all year, 7/7 days, except Monday in low season.

A visit in the "Marais"? A break is needed! The restaurant "Le Lidon" welcomes you with its new team and its new menu in a warm atmosphere, from breakfast to dinner, to propose a traditional and friendly cuisine in order to delight the taste buds of the most gourmets. As well as numerous activities to accompany your beautiful days and summer evenings.

Between sea and forest, immerse yourself in the authenticity of freshly harvested CHARNEAU oysters. The terrace on stilts offers a culinary escape orchestrated by Evangélia and her sons in a setting that captures the very essence of the ocean while enjoying the setting sun. Let yourself be swept away by the magic of marine flavours in every bite: oysters, mussels and prawns are served to satisfy as many people as possible. The team will be delighted to welcome seafood lovers to share the flavours of the sea. The producer is present at the La Faute-sur-Mer market on Thursdays (April to September) and Sundays (all year round). A shop is also available at the port of L'Aiguillon-sur-Mer, open all year round.

Julie's signature dishes include "Smoked salmon", "Seafood sauerkraut", "Homemade burger" and "Homemade profiteroles". Enjoy the inventive cuisine of Julie and her team in a variety of settings or on the terrace overlooking the Lay and its oyster beds. Mussels and oysters available in season. On site, a traditional canning factory offers home-made products, the fruit of meticulous work and a commitment to quality. Original jams, melting caramels, homemade ketchup, tasty country terrine and delicious fish soup will delight your taste buds. Home-smoked salmon: We've also introduced our own smoked salmon, carefully prepared according to a traditional recipe. The freshness and quality of our salmon make it a must for seafood lovers. Semi-cooked foie gras : Our semi-cooked foie gras, a refined speciality, completes our gastronomic offer. Prepared with particular attention to detail, it will win over connoisseurs with its delicate texture and exquisite taste. Gift cards available.

Enjoy our aperitifs and tapas in an exceptional setting near the banks of the Lay or overlooking the golf course! (Available only from April to the end of August - themed evenings during the summer) Open to all, golfers or not.

Opening 15/05/2020 > 20/09/2020 Tranquil and authentic beach holidays 50 m from the water’s edge! Camp by the ocean at Huttopia Oléron Les Chênes Verts amid sand dunes and holm oak forests.

Opening 15/05/2020 > 30/09/2020 In the heart of a majestic pine forest in Saint-Trojan-les-Bains, enjoy the beautiful heated swimming pool and bike rides on Oléron island as far as Gatseau beach!

Opening 24/04/2020 > 20/09/2020 Just 20 metres from the beach, if you love tranquillity and unspoilt nature, you will be seduced by Huttopia Côte Sauvage – Ile de Ré campsite. Peaceful holidays guaranteed on the Ile-de-Ré!

Opening 03/04/2020 > 01/11/2020 Nestled between Sainte-Marie-de-Ré and Flotte-en-Ré, the Huttopia Chardons Bleus – Ile de Ré campsite is located in the heart of a magnificent pine forest, 10 minutes by bike from the ocean.

Located on the banks of the River Le Mignon, the Gué municipal campsite invites you to relax. Its shady and spacious pitches ensure you tranquility and comfort. Fishing and health trip on site. Less than one kilometer: swimming pool, skate park and tennis courts, horse riding (2 km). Markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays, many shops and restaurants (fast and traditional) open all year round. Mauzé, rich in its history and its natural environment, to discover by taking the hiking trails that will lead you to the Marais Poitevin. Mauzé is located between Niort (25 km), Rochefort (40 km) and La Rochelle (40 km).

WC / rubbish bins available Emptying facilities, water, electricity

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