Poitevin Marsh by bike: from Niort to La Rochelle

by biking-france.com
Region
Loire Valley
Duration
5 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy
D-Score™
D1 - Beginner Friendly

Overview

Starting from Niort, ride your bike along the little shady canals of the Poitevin Marsh (Regional Nature Reserve), and go with the flow, listening to the babbling water, and the chirping birds. Discover Coulon, the Green Venice capital village, and follow the interlacing of bicycle paths in the midst of the “Marais Mouillés”, to the ancient abbey of Maillezais and the charming village of Arçais. The large sea canals safely lead you to the grand finale, the Towers of the Vieux-Port in La Rochelle. The tour is a 5-day / 3-day riding experience.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival in Niort

Arrival in Niort

Day 2: Niort – Damvix

37 km 159 m

D1

Niort – Damvix

Day 3: Excursion to Maillezais abbey

46 km 86 m

D1

Excursion to Maillezais abbey

Day 4: Arçais Damvix – La Rochelle

53 km 95 m

D1

Arçais Damvix – La Rochelle

Day 5: Departure during the day

Departure during the day

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Loire Valley

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