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LES SALINES
Discover
the Marais Salants (the salt marshes), the smallest of the 3 marsh
areas of the Vendée, which is an important area for the production of
sea salt, but equally if not more important is a refuge for native flora
and fauna. Lying just north of Les Sables d'Olonne and protected by the
sand dunes from the Atlantic Ocean this fascinating area has seen the
production of salt dating from Gallo Roman times. It covers an area of
several hundred hectares which are criss-crossed by walking trails. Much
of the marsh is privately owned and is a protected natural zone, and
many of the former salt farms are now producers of fish in particular
mullet and eels. A bird sanctuary has been created in the salt marsh on
the Ile d'Olonne, Champclou which is now a breeding ground for many
species of birds.
The best way to see and understand this fascinating region is to take the boat tour offered by “Les Salines”, the tour takes a little over two hours and leisurely wonders through the marshes of Olonne. It takes you to the Jardins des Salines to meet the salt producers, (you will discover) to the secret smugglers paths, to adventure trails and even a fitness circuit. You will also discover much of the wildlife, birds, plants and animals. The boat trips operate from 1st April to 30th Sept and cost €18 per adult and €6 per child
It is recommended that you make a reservation
by telephoning Tel. 02 51 21 01 19
You can visit the company website on www.lessalines.fr
and although it is in French there are some great photographs and an easy to follow layout.
Return to find more Attractions of the Vendée
The best way to see and understand this fascinating region is to take the boat tour offered by “Les Salines”, the tour takes a little over two hours and leisurely wonders through the marshes of Olonne. It takes you to the Jardins des Salines to meet the salt producers, (you will discover) to the secret smugglers paths, to adventure trails and even a fitness circuit. You will also discover much of the wildlife, birds, plants and animals. The boat trips operate from 1st April to 30th Sept and cost €18 per adult and €6 per child
It is recommended that you make a reservation
by telephoning Tel. 02 51 21 01 19
You can visit the company website on www.lessalines.fr
and although it is in French there are some great photographs and an easy to follow layout.
Return to find more Attractions of the Vendée
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