Maison du Marais poitevin

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Maison du Marais poitevin, Tourism office in Coulon, France

The Maison du Marais Poitevin functions as a central visitor center with exhibits, displaying informative panels about the marshland region through permanent collections and temporary exhibitions.

The medieval residence from the 15th century transformed into a museum presents the evolution of the Marais Poitevin landscapes through detailed reconstructions and exhibits.

The center features the Maraiscope, a 15-square-meter model that demonstrates the formation of the Marais Poitevin while explaining traditional activities like boat building and fishing.

Visitors can access the facility daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with guided tours requiring advance reservations for groups of minimum 15 adults.

The exhibition space includes an interactive projection system that explains the canal network formation, followed by discussions with facilitators who enhance visitor understanding.

Location: Coulon

Official opening: 1988

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Address: 5 Pl. de la Coutume, 79510 Coulon, France

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-19:00

Phone: +33549358104

Website: http://maison-marais-poitevin.fr

GPS coordinates: 46.32093,-0.58697

Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:06

What to see and visit in Niort and its surroundings?

The historical monuments and natural sites of Niort and its surroundings include a medieval keep, traditional marketplaces, and the Marais Poitevin. The city features 12th-century fortifications, Gothic churches, and museums housed in historical buildings. The Marais Poitevin offers 112,000 hectares of wetlands with canals and forests. The city center has several notable buildings such as the Pilori, a former town hall now converted into an art center, and Fort Foucault on the banks of the Sèvre Niortaise.

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