Chaillé-les-Marais

Chaillé-les-Marais

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownChaillé-les-MaraisSainte-Radégonde-des-Noyers at 3.7 km
Insee code85042Vouillé-les-Marais at 4.5 km
Postcode85450Puyravault at 5 km
Latitude46.3940460Moreilles at 5.7 km
Longitude-1.0204190La Taillée at 7.1 km
AltitudeFrom 0 to 23 metersLe Langon at 7.2 km
Surface39.96 km²Le Gué-de-Velluire at 7.9 km
Population1808 inhabitantsChampagné-les-Marais at 8.1 km
Density45 inhabitants/km²Mouzeuil-Saint-Martin at 8.4 km
Chief townLa Roche-sur-Yon (at 48 km, 49 min)Nalliers at 8.5 km
DepartmentVendéeL'Île-d'Elle at 8.8 km
RegionPays de la LoireSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Chaillé-les-Marais is a small village located on a limestone island in the heart of the Marais Poitevin marshes dried up on the party as arranged by men. First of all the abbeys such as Maillezais, Nieul-on-l'Autize or Saint-Michel-en-l'Herm, then under Henry the fourth, with funds from the bourgeoisie of Haute-Vienne ...

Melon production is highly developed on the town as well as agriculture and livestock which draw the open landscapes of the territory of the municipality.


SIGHTSEEING

The House of the Lord of Dykes, museum housed in a cabin, typical house of the marshes dried up, tells the story of this drying of the Poitevin marshes of the Middle Ages until the 17th century and presents the life of man's most important territory: the Master of Dykes.

Its natural environment is also to discover: the limestone hills that are the subject of an order of habitat and the Isle of Chaillezais, protected natural area in Vendée. Founded in 1974, needed a ride to the Héronnière a godsend, most of the Poitevin marshes, the observatory to discover the five species of herons present in the area including the Grey Heron.

For more information, contact the Tourist Office on +33 2 51 56 77 30.

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Information pointsTourist Office of Chaillé-les-Marais

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

The Melon Festival (1st weekend in August) and the Feast of the oven (one in July and August) are the traditional events and celebrations not to be missed.

The empty boot sales or exhibitions of artisans and artists take place later this year.

The House Master Dyke makes a point of honor to develop the Sustainable Development Week from April while the Tourist Office runs the country during Heritage Days in June and September.

The Pocket Theatre and greenery "The Jean-Baptiste" offers a rich and varied programming for all ages.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

To visit nearby:

The village of Vouillé-les-Marais with Foundry Thumbnail (unique in Europe), The Garden of Jam, The Little Museum ... and enjoy their summer market in music.

Puyravault and the only church Templar Vendée where many concerts are held throughout the year.

Champagné-les-Marais at the gates of the Natural Reserve of the Bay of Osten and has a Regional Natural Reserve of the LPO.

The Cut where after visiting the village street, a break is needed at Bois des Laves: Terrées ash tadpoles where fishermen and hikers will coexist on the remodeled space for them with picnic table.

The Ford of Velluire delights with its pier for a boat or canoe trip independently before a detour into a family of fresh flowers and dried flowers.

A trip to The Island d'Elle you will discover one of the most impressive hydraulic Township: The Chasm. We had to show great inventiveness in the 17th century to pass without mixing, water da River Vendee under water channel Vix!

Since St. Radégonde des Walnut and alleys made of dry stone walls where we could pass a wheelbarrow, you can walk along the Canal du Clain, and observe how a door to the sea: Great Granary Doors that close naturally during the rising waters.

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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 1°C - Max. 10°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 14°C
Friday 17 February
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RESTAURANTS 
L'Epeautre
La Rochelle
Creperie on Rue Albert 1er (right next to the Natural History Museum, just steps from the Place de Verdun), warm welcome, pleasant dining room of 28 seats. Buckwheat cakes, pancakes...
Located 27 km from Chaillé-les-MaraisFrom 10 € to 20 € per person 
Le belvedere
La Rochelle
Real balcony overlooking the Atlantic, you will be welcomed into the restaurant art-deco notes as well as a summer terrace overlooking the ocean, the bridge and the island of Ré. You...
Located 29 km from Chaillé-les-MaraisFrom 15 € to 45 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Château de l'Abbaye    
9
Moreilles
Between England and Spain, 30 mn from La Rochelle, island of Ré, and beaches of South Vendée, in Poitevin marsh, here is a Romantic Mansion receiving guests member of Châteaux & Hôtels...
Located 5.7 km from Chaillé-les-MaraisFrom 99 € to 249 € the double room 
Chambres d'hôtes en Sud Vendée  
Velluire
In the Marais Poitevin, Massigny is a secret valley beside the river Vendée where a renovated old barn gives you a warm welcome. A double room and a family room, both with shower and...
Located 11.6 km from Chaillé-les-MaraisFrom 30 € to 57 € the double room 
Logis de La Levraudière  
Sainte-Gemme-la-Plaine
Nestled in the heart of the Vendée, on a wooded park of 8000 m ², our home vendéen for you by its authenticity, its stone walls, beams and calm assured. 3 rooms for 3 or 4 people 36...
Located 12.2 km from Chaillé-les-MaraisFrom 65 € to 70 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Domaine des Guifettes
Luçon
Domaine des Terns is a holiday village situated in a natural and friendly on the edge of a lake of 42 hectares in the south Vendee. We welcome you to our 30 breeding capacity 4-6 persons....
Located 13.1 km from Chaillé-les-MaraisFrom 230 € to 685 € per week 
Domaine la Batière
Sérigné
Ideally situated for exploring the Vendee, Atlantic coast, the Marais Poitevin and Fontenay le Comte, La Rochelle and Ile de Re, 3 cottages and a comfortable guest room, capacity 24...
Located 16.4 km from Chaillé-les-MaraisFrom 475 € to 1270 € per week 
Chollet
Sérigné
Renovated country. Located full south hillside. 4 rooms (kitchen, living room, bathroom, Upstairs 2 bedrooms, toilet.
Located 17.1 km from Chaillé-les-MaraisFrom 240 € to 390 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
La Clé des Champs 
Luçon
In a natural shade, Agnes welcomes you to its friendly and cozy little camping, on vacation with family or friends along the walking trail that allows you to discover our marais. Grands...
Located 15.1 km from Chaillé-les-Marais 
La Dive    
8.6
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Saint-Michel-en-l'Herm
The campsite *** La Dive is in the heart of the Bay of Aiguillon sur Mer, 5 minutes drive from the port and beaches of l'Aiguillon sur Mer and La Faute sur Mer. Can be found 200 meters...
Located 18.2 km from Chaillé-les-MaraisFrom 13.70 € to 20.80 € per day 
Camping le lidon  
Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud
Family camping, quiet location in green surroundings in the middle channel of the Green Venice (Poitevin Marsh) rental gypsy caravan, cottage and tents equipped, heated pool (open July...
Located 25 km from Chaillé-les-MaraisFrom 16.50 € to 23.30 € per day 

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HOTELS
Le Château de l'Abbaye    
8.7
Moreilles
Located near La Rochelle and the Île de Ré, this mansion is set in a 2-hectare private park. It features a heated outdoor swimming pool. The air-conditioned guest rooms are decorated...
Located 5.7 km from Chaillé-les-MaraisRoom from 119 €
Park & Suites Village La Rochelle - Marans     
7.1
Marans
This Park & Suites residence is located in Marans, close to the canals of the Marais Poitevin. It provides apartment accommodation with 2 swimming pools. Each apartment is equipped...
Located 9.1 km from Chaillé-les-MaraisRoom from 80 €
Chateau De La Sebrandière     
9
Le Gué-de-Velluire
Chateau De La Sebrandiere is charming castle built during the Second Empire and located in Marais Poitevin. With 10 spacious and highly decorated rooms, the castle welcomes you within...
Located 9.6 km from Chaillé-les-MaraisRoom from 60 €

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Vendée
Mercure Thalassa Les Sables d'Olonne
Located in Les Sables d’Olonne, this Mercure hotel is just 2 minutes from the beach. It offers free access to the Thalassotherapy...
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