Visit to the Nature Reserve
Saint-Denis-du-Payré Nature Reserve Description : The Saint-Denis-du-Payré Nature Reserve invites you to discover a unique natural treasure, offering diverse landscapes and remarkable wildlife. Enjoy this escape into nature to explore its trails, observe local biodiversity, and learn more about the conservation of natural areas. An…
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Saint-Denis-du-Payré Nature Reserve
Saint-Denis-du-Payré
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Saint-Denis-du-Payré Nature Reserve
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The Saint-Denis-du-Payré Nature Reserve invites you to discover a unique natural treasure, offering diverse landscapes and remarkable wildlife. Enjoy this escape into nature to explore its trails, observe local biodiversity, and learn more about the conservation of natural areas. An ideal place for nature lovers and families seeking new discoveries.
The nature reserve can only be visited as part of the guided tour program (2 hours ).
Visit arrangements:
The nature reserve is not freely accessible ; visits are conducted with a member of the educational team. Tours begin at the Marais Poitevin Nature Areas Centre (next to the church of Saint-Denis-du-Payré) at the indicated times, with a screening of the 18-minute film "The 4 Seasons of the Reserve" by Philippe Garguil (Please arrive a little early to purchase tickets).
Useful information:
- The nature reserve is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
- The best times of day to visit are in the morning or late afternoon, due to lighting conditions.
- Dogs are not allowed in the nature reserve.
- 18 telescopes are available to the public in the observatory.
Opening hours and prices for visits:
The Saint-Denis-du-Payré Nature Reserve is open according to the following schedule: From March to June : Tuesdays and Fridays from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. July and August : from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm and from 3 pm to 5 pm (Monday to Friday) . From October to December : Tuesdays and Fridays from 10 am to 12 pm . The reserve is closed during the month of September, on May 1st , as well as on December 24th, 25th, 31st, and January 1st .
Prices:
- Adult €6.50
- Children (7-17 years), students, job seekers, disabled people: €5
- Children under 7 years old: Free
- Large family (3 children) €23
- Adult Migration Card (annual, non-transferable, valid only during opening periods) €32.50
- Reduced Migration Card (annual, non-transferable, valid only during opening hours) €25
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Saint-Denis-du-Payré Nature Reserve
Saint-Denis-du-Payré The Nature Reserve welcomes around 120 species of wild birds each year to its protected wetlands. They find here the natural conditions essential for their survival. Come and discover them on a visit that begins at the Reserve Visitor Center in the village (slide show, exhibits on wetlands, and a viewing platform).
You can then proceed to the site where a boardwalk will lead you to the observatory, equipped with telescopes and seating. A naturalist guide will be waiting for you there (accessible to people with reduced mobility).
