A Rejuvenating Walk with Valérie Aoustin-Huard

A few kilometers from Pornichet, the Brière offers a completely different tempo. Here, the landscape unfolds slowly, between canals, reeds and thatched cottages. Valérie welcomes visitors to Ile de Fédrun, the emblematic marsh island, with its many thatched cottages and unspoiled atmosphere.

The tour begins aboard a traditional pole-driven barge, with no engine. Silence accompanies your progress on the water, leaving plenty of room for observation. Lasting around an hour and a quarter, the guided tour invites you to discover the fauna and flora of the marsh, as well as the history of the Brière families, ancient customs and local traditions that still structure this territory.

Along the way, Valérie shares her attachment to the marsh, which she describes as a haven of peace. Her story, rooted in the history of her ancestors, gives a sensitive and accessible reading of the Brière, closely linked to the seasons and the life of the marsh. The pace is gentle, conducive to relaxation and immersion in the landscape.

The discovery continues ashore, in his thatched cottage, with a small exhibition, also with commentary. It's a time for exchanging ideas and gaining a deeper understanding of the marsh and its special features, in an intimate and authentic setting. For those who wish to experience the marsh on their own, you can hire a barge without a guide, for a free trip of around an hour.

Open from February to November, seven days a week, this discovery tour is ideal for families and visitors seeking a quiet moment in the heart of nature. Recognition by the "Valeurs Parc" label, awarded by the Parc naturel régional de Brière, underlines the quality and authenticity of the services on offer.

This immersion in the Brière naturally completes a stay in Pornichet. It invites you to slow down even more, to change scenery, and to discover a territory shaped by water, long time and gestures handed down from generation to generation.