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Original Vélo Tour - Discovery day in the footsteps of the builder monks
Original Vélo Tour - Discovery day in the footsteps of the builder monks
Original Vélo Tour - visit to Maillezais Abbey, one of the founding abbeys of the Marais Poitevin

Discovery Day in the footsteps of the Builder Monks

By Original Vélo Tour
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Overview

Discover a unique experience in the heart of the Marais Poitevin! I offer you a journey through time to meet History, nature and local flavours.

On the programme for this exceptional day:

  • A traditional boat ride: Glide peacefully on the canals of the Marais Poitevin and let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of the landscapes.
  • Visit the ruins of the Maillezais Abbey: Soak up the atmosphere of this place full of history and discover the essential role of the monks in the construction of the Marais.
  • A bike ride: Explore the paths of the Marais and admire the varied landscapes.
  • Friendly lunch: Enjoy a moment of relaxation around a tasty meal in the charming village of Maillé.
  • Visit a craft brewery: Discover the secrets of beer making and taste the brewer's different creations.

Activity location

  • Embarcadere de l'Abbaye
    • Le Vieux Port
    • 85420, Maillezais, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Abbey Maillezais
    • Rue du Grand Port
    • 85420, Maillezais, Pays de la Loire, France

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedVisit to a craft brewery with tasting
  • What's includedWhat's includedStuffed maraichin, Vendée raw ham, rillons, mogette salad, Maillezais tomme cheese, brioche and coffee or tea
  • What's includedWhat's includedThe accompaniment of a professional bike guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedUse of bicycle
  • What's includedWhat's includedTraditional boat
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedBottled water
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHat / cap

Know before you book

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Travel time is included in the total tour time
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Embarcadere de l'Abbaye
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
I take you in a traditional boat along the canals of the Green Venice with a view of the Maillezais abbey.
Abbaye de Maillezais
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
Maillezais Abbey is one of the founding abbeys of the Marais Poitevin. We will wander around its ruins to understand how men settled here to develop a swamp.
Le Marais Poitevin (Pass by)
We will visit part of the Marais Poitevin
Original Vélo Tour
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
After visiting the abbey, we will take the bike towards the maraichin village of Maillé and we will return by the same way in order to secure everyone on the bike. During this outward and return journey, I will offer you discovery stages.
Brasserie la Cibulle
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Maxime will explain his job, his know-how and will end with a beer tasting

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESEmbarcadere de l'Abbaye
    • Le Vieux Port
    • 85420, Maillezais, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEAbbey Maillezais
    • Rue du Grand Port
    • 85420, Maillezais, Pays de la Loire, France

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