Logo

Marais Poitevin

Damvix

Illustration 0
Plaisancier

Adresse

3 Rue des petites cabanes
85420 Damvix
Vendée, Pays de la Loire
France
Itinéraire

Tarifs

Electricity
1.5€

Liens utiles

Vendée Marais Poitevin Tourist Office
Welcome to the website of the Municipality of DAMVIX

Équipements et services

Raccordement électrique
Prises 16A
Prises 32A
Ravitaillement en eau
Sanitaires
Moyens de paiement
Porte-monnaie Qipeo
Prix complémentaires
Drinking water
0.5€

Description

Area for boaters located in Damvix (Text Town Hall of Damvix), a small village in the south of Vendée, set on the banks of the Sèvre Niortaise in the heart of the Marais poitevin, the “Venise Verte”. A fixed wooden jetty (non-floating structure) 30 m long and 2 m wide runs along the bank; you will find a combined electricity + drinking water pedestal there and a fixed pump dedicated to wastewater emptying (networks located at the jetty). A short distance away, the banks offer architectural heritage typical of the Marais poitevin, and Damvix is about twenty kilometers from Fontenay‑le‑Comte, Niort and La Rochelle.

Tourisme

Damvix (Vendée, France)

Damvix is a small commune located in the heart of the Marais poitevin, known for its network of canals and its soothing rural atmosphere. The village is organized around a marina and a hydraulic layout that encourages slow exploration. There are modest water activities, hiking paths and a local life oriented towards natural spaces. It is a favored stop for those who want to explore the marsh differently than from the large tourist resorts.

Nature and landscapes

The flat relief of the area reveals landscapes of flood meadows, ditches and canaux lined with willows. Freshwater wildlife is present all year: waterfowl and dragonflies are often observed along the banks. The contrast between cultivated areas and wetlands gives the place a scenic dimension typical of the Marais poitevin.

Outdoor activities

Damvix lends itself to rides in traditional flat-bottomed boats, fishing and cycling along the white tracks. The port de Damvix facilitates the rental of small boats and the departure of peaceful routes on the canals. Cycle and footpaths allow you to reach neighboring villages without very busy roads.

Heritage and local life

The town preserves a sober rural architecture, with old houses and a few communal buildings that bear witness to the agricultural and hydraulic role of the place. Local markets and nearby shops punctuate village life, offering products from the Vendée terroir.

Not to be missed

  • Port de Damvix: starting point for boat trips.
  • Canals of the Marais poitevin: navigation and nature watching.
  • Cycling routes: peaceful itineraries between meadows and villages.
  • Local fishing: rivers and ditches suitable for anglers.

Points d'intérêt