Marshlands of Poitou

The heart of the Atlantic coast of Poitou-Charentes keeps a wonderful secret: Poitou Marshes. A treasure unknown to many, that has earned the name 'the Green Venice'. This fantastic place is a fertile land of labyrinthine natural water channels that take you through the thickets of willows. To discover this land of marshes it is best to take a boat ride along the water course. Its natural eco-system is very unique, the conservation of which will be a challenge for the future. The vegetation grows in isolated from human contact and the fauna lives in freedom. It is one of the most beautiful natural sites you can see in Poitou-Charentes.