Chaillé-les-Marais Towns and Villages in Chaillé-les-Marais

Chaillé-les-Marais is a town in Vendée, in the heart of the Marais Poitevin. It is an ideal place for lovers of nature and calm, who wish to discover a rich and varied heritage. Green holidays or slow tourism, we come here to appreciate the spectacle of biodiversity.

A bit of history

Originally, Chaillé-les-Marais was a limestone island surrounded by the sea. Over the centuries, marshes formed, transforming this landscape into a green setting.

Today, we can still discover vestiges of this maritime past.

The Marais Poitevin, a natural jewel

The main asset of Chaillé-les-Marais is undoubtedly its proximity to the Marais Poitevin. This regional natural park is famous for its unique landscapes :

• Wet marshes, dotted with canals and ideal for boat or bike rides.
• Drained marshes where local produce is grown.
• A great diversity of species, including birds, fish and rare plants.

What to do in Chaillé-les-Marais?

• Hiking to discover the surrounding landscapes.
• Water sports : canoeing, kayaking, fishing… There are many possibilities!
• Discovering heritage : visit the Maison du Maître des digues to learn more about the history of the marsh or the Chaillé-Les-Marais Departmental Biological Reserve.
• Tasting local products, such as mojette or salted butter, Vendée specialties.