A ride in the Marais Poitevin
You have probably already tried walking, cycling, or even paddle boarding to explore the regions of the Marais Poitevin. But have you ever done it on horseback? I tested for you a horseback ride in the Marais with the Relais Equestre Equinoxe. To listen to me, you would already have the reins in hand and bomb on...
From Niort to Coulon by bike
What's better to (re)discover the Marais Poitevin than a bike ride? I suggest you follow our itinerary for the day. The starting point is Port Boinot, freshly renovated? You can relax there and have a drink at the Ilot Sauvage* before the big departure. Head to the capital of the wet marsh: Coulon. You will fall in love with the little…
The fairies of Enchanted Alley!
As the end-of-year holidays arrive, I invite you to (re)discover an unusual and magical event in the spirit of Christmas and… the Marais Poitevin. Let yourself be carried towards the Enchanted Alley! Forget real or synthetic trees. Here, for Christmas, we decorate a more majestic tree, the king of the Marais: I named the pollard ash of course!…
Mogette is amazing!
We all know this famous white bean called “mogette” for some, or “ingot” for others. But, if today I am talking to you about this dried vegetable it is for a good reason: September is the month of its harvest. But in reality, do we really know this vegetable? Presentation… 01. Origin The importation of beans into France goes back…
Angelique, marquise of plants
Taking advantage of a few days of vacation in the heart of green Venice, Mr Loyal your servant decides to discover the surroundings. For my trip, I bought an IGN map at the tourist office to guide me through this labyrinth of greenery. And also a topo-guide, a very beautiful work full of information on history, traditions,…