Faune Briéronne

Discover an exceptional zone

Navigate through expanses of reeds where sky and water often blend. The Brière marsh, rich in biodiversity, spans 19,000 hectares and includes a variety of landscapes such as canals, shallow ponds called "piardes," reed beds, meadows, and mounds. Explore this wetland area aboard a traditional flat-bottomed boat, the chaland, skillfully guided by a local boatman using a pole. It is also possible to tour the region in a horse-drawn carriage, admiring the traditional Breton houses.

Chaland ride through Brière

The fauna of Brière invites you to enjoy a 45-minute chaland ride through the marsh. You will explore numerous canals where you might spot and hear hidden animals. During the visit, a local guide will take you on a detailed tour of the marsh's flora, fauna, history, and traditions while navigating with his pole.