Maison du Maître de Digues
An ecomuseum to help you understand everything about the Marais Poitevin! The dyke, the landscape, life in days gone by. 1 hour visit, rain permitting. Game booklet for 7-12 year-olds.
The Maison du Maître de Digues is an iconic site in the Marais Poitevin: it was here, in the 17th century, that water management was organised.Indeed, the Marais Poitevin is not just the ‘Green Venice’! Explore the Marais Poitevin like never before!
Discover the role of the dykes, the picturesque landscapes and life in the 19th century. Visit whatever the weather and keep the children entertained with our paper activity booklet or the interactive Baludik experience.
Delve into the heart of the Marais Poitevin and explore its mysteries through our unique eco-museum. Revealing the crucial role of the dykes, the diverse breathtaking landscapes, and daily life in the 19th century, our exhibition transports you to the fascinating past of this iconic region.
Enjoy your visit without worrying about the vagaries of the weather; our eco-museum is designed to welcome you in a warm and comfortable setting. Picnic tables are available for those who wish to extend their stay in the heart of nature.
Turn your visit into a family adventure with our activity booklet, specially designed for children aged 7 to 12. For a more immersive experience, follow our guided smartphone tours using the Baludik app.
Guided tours are available on Wednesdays and Fridays during the summer months.
English or German translations available.
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Practical information
Opening times
from 01/07/2026 to 31/08/2026
Sunday
from 10:00:00 to 13:00:00
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from 14:00:00 to 18:00:00
Monday
from 10:00:00 to 13:00:00
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from 14:00:00 to 18:00:00
Tuesday
from 10:00:00 to 13:00:00
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from 14:00:00 to 18:00:00
Wednesday
from 10:00:00 to 13:00:00
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from 14:00:00 to 18:00:00
Thursday
from 10:00:00 to 13:00:00
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from 14:00:00 to 18:00:00
Friday
from 10:00:00 to 13:00:00
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from 14:00:00 to 18:00:00
Saturday
from 10:00:00 to 13:00:00
and
from 14:00:00 to 18:00:00
from 01/09/2026 to 30/09/2026
Wednesday
from 10:00:00 to 12:30:00
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from 14:00:00 to 17:30:00
Thursday
from 10:00:00 to 12:30:00
and
from 14:00:00 to 17:30:00
Friday
from 10:00:00 to 12:30:00
and
from 14:00:00 to 17:30:00
Saturday
from 10:00:00 to 12:30:00
and
from 14:00:00 to 17:30:00
Closing days: Fermé les jours fériés
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Museum theme
Ecomuseum
Access to the free site
Yes
Access map, location
Marais Poitevin : 30 km
Puy du Fou : 77 km
Sea side : 32 km
Spoken language
English
Spanish
French
Facilities
Picnic area
Equipped conference room
Services
Shop
Further information
Groups accepted from 10 to 30 persons
Pets not allowed (Nos amis les animaux ne sont pas acceptés, sauf les chiens d'assistance)
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