The fresh and salt waters of the Seudre meet at the Saujon locks. On its estuary section, a walking path along the Seudre connects the Port of Ribérou to the commune of L'Éguille-sur-Seudre, passing through the hamlet of Le Breuil. A walking path along the Seudre connects it to the Port of Ribérou. In the 11th century, the salt marshes in the surrounding area made the port rich. Today, the landscapes are made up of marshes and lakes (including those of La Lande).
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Sentier Détours N°1 – Saujon
Espace Aquatique de la Lande
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Step 1: DEPARTURE
From the locks of the port of Ribérou.
Step 2: The port of Ribérou
Trading in the Middle Ages, the port of Ribérou transformed into a fishing and leisure port from the 1839th century. From 1842 to XNUMX, the Minister of Public Works Jules Dufaure undertook its complete restoration. The port will host the city's various festivities and fairs: duck races, donkey races and cavalcades organized by the local rugby club. Today, it is a marina with various activities: fishing, canoeing, kayaking, parties, paddle…
Step 3: The Saujon lakes
Fishing and wakeboarding spots, the Saujon lakes, located in the Lande area, are places for relaxation and leisure activities surrounded by nature.
Step 4: The Breuil squares
A carrelet is a fishing hut typical of the Atlantic coasts. It takes its name from its square fishing net.
Step 5: Ilate
The village of Ilate was once an island. A small church stood in its center. All that remains today, as a visible vestige, is its font. But you have to find it! It is embedded on the facade of a house.