La Rochelle: Marais Poitevin Private Guided Tour by Car

Discover the Marais Poitevin on a private guided tour by car from La Rochelle. Explore the Marais Poitevin Regional Natural Park, a Grand Site de France.
Discover the Marais Poitevin, often called the French Green Venice, on a private guided tour by car from La Rochelle. Explore the largest human-made marsh in Western France, and visit the Marais Poitevin Regional Natural Park.

Start your tour with pickup from your hotel in La Rochelle and head to the Marais Poitevin, located along the Atlantic coast between La Rochelle to the south and Luçon to the north.

Enjoy a cultural and natural tour in this region rich in history and typical products. In company of your private guide, you will visit the following points :

-Brasserie la Cibulle,
-The Abbey of Maillezais,
-La Cabane Maillezais,
-1 hour traditional boat trip in the marsh in company of an expert guide,
-Lunch break at the Restaurant L’échauguette (45 mn),
-VIsit local food productions and typical shops such as La Crèmerie de la Venise Verte, La Maison de la Meuneries, Maison du Marais Poitevin, Parc Du Coq à l'Âne - Donkey Farm, Organic Market gardening

Did you know it ?
Learn about the area's history, which dates back to two million years ago when it was a flat Jurassic plain made of soft clay and limestone. During the Quaternary period, it was easily flooded by the sea due to climate changes.

Since the 12th century, humans have shaped and managed the entire marsh. All the waterways were either constructed or modified. The two main goals of this work were to control water by preventing floods and preserving resources during dry periods, and to make the area accessible for trade.

Established in 1979, The Marais Poitevin Regional Natural Park aims to protect its natural and cultural heritage, balancing economic development with environmental conservation. The park is labeled a Grand Site de France, honoring exceptional natural and heritage sites in France, and promoting sustainable tourism.

The Marais Poitevin Regional Natural Park encompasses over 100,000 hectares of marshes, canals, rivers, meadows, and forests. There are 3 types of marsh: the wet marsh, the drained marsh, and the maritime marsh. The second largest wetland in France after the Camargue, the Marais Poitevin is a true haven of peace for nature lovers with its green landscapes, canals, and its flora and fauna.

The area has been shaped by human activity since the Middle Ages and offers unique navigation experiences by boat, canoe, or barge, as well as trails for walking and biking. It integrates the city of Niort, the only French city located within a Regional Natural Park, into its green vision.

The park has also been recognized for its ecological value and has awarded the “Regional Natural Park Values” brand to over 80 local professionals, promoting sustainable practices and supporting the local economy.

لضمان التوفر، احجز في أقرب وقت ممكن. الحجز المبكر يستحق النظر خاصة إذا كنت تخطط للرحلة خلال موسم الذروة مثل العطلات العامة أو عطلات نهاية الأسبوع.

يمكنك إلغاء هذه الرحلة بدون تكلفة حتى 24 ساعات قبل بدء الرحلة. إذا قمت بالإلغاء بعد 24 ساعات أو لم تحضر في الرحلة، فسيتم تحصيل السعر الكامل للنشاط. التأخر في الاستلام أو المغادرة سيعتبر كعدم حضور.