Day 2: Return to Damvix (22 km)
J. Damase - La Vélo Francette
visite du centre-ville de Marans
Pascal Beltrami - La Vélo Francette
Port de Marans
A. Lamoureux

2 days by bicycle to discover the Poitevin Marshlands with your children

Avec les enfants

Along the canals of the Poitevin Marshlands, you will travel along the Vélo Francette route, along the meanders of the Sèvre Niortaise where the numerous attractive spots invite you to take a break. Here the routes are flat and perfectly suited to families. Here is an example of a route with your children:

Day 1: From Damvix to Marans (22 km)
J. Damase - La Vélo Francette

Day 1: From Damvix to Marans (22 km)

The Sèvre niortaise is your lifeline along this stage, as you will only leave it twice for the Nouveau Béjou canal and the Pomère canal. The route is punctuated by the ballet of the skiffs going to discover the wet marshes.

The town of Marans, dominated by its glass and steel bell tower will be your reward as you arrive by the quays, following the canals. Pedal up to the sailing base to discover the boats and history of the port!

Get lost in the small lanes and you will quickly come under its charm!

Go to Marans Tourist Office to pick up your town discovery booklet! It is free and lets you discover the town differently.

Once the evening comes, after a day on your bicycle, have a welcome rest at MaransClos de Beauregard. The Accueil Vélo labelled guest house offers calm and serenity. As a bonus, Françoise offers her guest table based on organic products. So you don't even need to think about finding a restaurant, just stay snuggled up and make yourself at home!

For families:

  • The Marans discovery booklet with unusual and fun information - More info
Day 2: Return to Damvix (22 km)
J. Damase - La Vélo Francette

Day 2: Return to Damvix (22 km)

After a hearty, organic breakfast, get back on your bikes to go in the opposite direction. 

Take a picnic and stop on the banks of the Sèvre at Les Combrands, in the town of Taugon. This is an ideal place and our "coup de coeur"!

After lunch, take your children to visit the Pôle Nature du Marais Poitevinin Taugon: its scenography will take you for a trip through the Poitevin Marshlands, and your children will be delighted to discover the fun, interactive discovery trail.

For families:

  • The discovery trail at the Pôle Nature du Marais Poitevin - More info

Custom route

Custom route

Damvix / Bazoin / Marans

23 Damvix / Bazoin / Marans

28 km
1 h 51 min
I begin / Family
The Sèvre Niortaise remains your guide on this stage, except on two stretches, one where you follow the Canal du Nouveau Béjou, the other the Canal du Pomère. Enjoy the ballet of little boats exploring the wetlands around these parts. You arrive at Marans via its quaysides, allowing you to appreciate how this little town lives via its waterways. Marans traditionally stood guard over the canal, marshes and river estuary; today it stands out because of its futuristic bell tower.