31 August 01 September 2024

Arvert - Mornac-sur-Seudre - L'Éguille - Marennes
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Nautical excursions, on foot and by bike around the seudre

Royan Atlantique's flagship event, the ascent of the Seudre allows you to cross the varied landscapes of theSeudre estuary to discover oyster villages and their typical huts. On foot, by bike, by boat or also by kayak, all means are good to enjoy a weekend in the open air in the heart of the Swamp and channels.

Each year, more than 2 people register to take part in this sporting, friendly and cultural weekend. More and more spectators come to attend the event while enjoying the entertainment and tastings of regional products; all in a festive and musical atmosphere!

Organized by the Royan Atlantique Agglomeration Community and the Marennes Basin Community of Communes, town halls, associations, tourist offices, nautical bases, private partners and all volunteers, this event offers 2 days of “full” nature sports, and a festive dimension with entertainment, music, tastings of local products.

THE RISING OF THE SEUDRE, Saturday

Two hiking and cycling are offered on Saturday August 31 from Mornac-sur-Seudre, place de la cure. Hikers will set off to discover the oyster farming villages but also the natural heritage of the Paths of the Seudre. The kayakers meet in Arvert, at la Grève in Duret, for a hike to Mornac-sur-Seudre.

Note

  • Bring water, a bottle and equipment suitable for hiking (hat, sunglasses, rain gear, sunscreen).
  • For kayaking: wearing a vest and closed shoes are required.
Kayaking up the Seudre

THE RISING OF THE SEUDRE, Sunday

Make way for motorless boats of all sizes to la traditional nautical hike : the ascent of the Seudre which leaves from the pier of La Grève de La Tremblade or La Cayenne in Marennes (alternating every other year). OFNIS (Unidentified Floating Objects, stand-up-paddle, rowing boats, light sails, traditional and habitable sails are welcome.

In 2024, the Remontée de la Seudre will leave from the Cayenne pier in Marennes. A local produce market and entertainment will take place in the afternoon on the port of Eguille-sur-Seudre, where the traditional harbor meal from 19h.

Note

Nautical excursions are open to all public knowing how to swim et having already practiced kayaking. They require good physical condition.

  • Reservation required – no registration on site.
  • Come at your reservation time, not before, thank you.
  • Bring water, a bottle and equipment suitable for hiking (hat, sunglasses, rain gear, sunscreen).
  • Wearing a vest and closed shoes compulsory.

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