Destination Baie de Somme

DISCOVER THE PARK

SORTIE VÉLORNITHO

NOUVEAUTÉ

Leaving the Parc du Marquenterre, head for the surrounding marshes, reedbeds and hedgerows to discover
nesting or migratory species present in the Bay of Somme in the spring.
Accompanied by birdsong and morning lights, the cycle path lends itself to regular stops to focus on observation.
The circuit, specially designed for nature (and cycling!) enthusiasts, includes some must-see sites but also little lesser-known nature spots where the spring atmosphere reigns!
This outing of about 30 km is without particular difficulty.
We ride to the rhythm of nature!
A coffee break halfway will allow you to gain strength before returning to the Park.

Duration: Half day
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday April 15 and Saturday May 27
Price: €26 - binoculars rental included
Public: from 16 years old

Bike not included

UPCOMING PROGRAMMING

PRIVATE VISIT

Choose your moment, your season, and spend a privileged moment with a guide from the Parc du Marquenterre on a private visit.
He will be your exclusive contact during this discovery of wild fauna and flora.
Tailor-made for an extraordinary moment!

Prices
From 1 to 3 people: 150€
Additional visitor: 50€

Reservation by phone on 03 22 25 20 71

SEMAINE DE LA MIGRATION

Guided tour to learn all about migration

A specialized guide will make you discover the incredible phenomenon of bird migrations.
He will accompany you to the heart of the Parc du Marquenterre to tell you about the life of migratory birds for whom the long journey, despite all its dangers, is a condition of survival.
Identification of species, listening to cries, explanation of the flight, counting... so many aspects of migration which will be explained to you by the guide... without forgetting to dream thanks to these great winged journeys.

Duration : 2h30 to 3h00
Every day from October 22 to November 6 at 9 a.m.

Prices : Adult €26 / Child (from 6 to 18 years old): €16
The price includes the outing, access to the Park for the day and the rental of binoculars.

Public: from 8 years old
Walking level: easy
20 participants maximum

OCTOBER

09h00

NOVEMBER

09h00

BOOK

THE HIGH TIDES

Outing in the Baie de Somme, along the dyke of the Parc du Marquenterre, at high tide. These meetings with the high tides of high coefficient allow to discover the landscapes of the foreshore and the many animal and plant species that live there. This is the perfect time to observe the first gatherings of migratory birds in transit and chased by the waves.

Duration
2h30 to 3h

Prices
Adult: 26€ / Child (from 6 to 18 years old): 16€
The price includes the outing, access to the Park for the day and the rental of binoculars.
Picnic to plan (possibility of reservation with the Tablée du Marquenterre)

Public
Walking level: Good walker
20 participants maximum

SEPTEMBER

11h30

12h00

13h00

10h30

11h00

OCTOBER

11h30

BOOK

BUILD YOUR BIRDHOUSE

Everyone can act to encourage the presence of birds in their home. Build a birdhouse with your own hands and take advantage of the guide's good advice so that you can install it in the best place and quickly occupy it with a winged tenant in your garden.

Duration
about 30min

Prices
Supplement of €3 for the entrance ticket to the Park (on reservation at reception)

Audience
Family (child from 8 years old)

UPCOMING PROGRAMMING

PHOTOGRAPHY ON THE LOOKOUT

The initiation to the hide is a great first experience to put yourself "in the shoes and mind of a wildlife photographer". A "turnkey" formula that allows you to use the Park's privatized lookout during the day, the entire site and its public observatories and to take advantage of the advice of a naturalist photographer guide who reveals all his tips for pitch.

Duration
Full day from 7 a.m. until the Park closes

Dates and times
By reservation - subject to a favorable period for the presence of birds (March to June)

Prices
180€ per day
The price includes the rental of the hide, the accompaniment of the guide for 3 hours, lunch at the restaurant as well as access to the Park for the day

Audience
From 16 years old
Beginner to amateur level
1 participant maximum

STAGE ORNITHO ½ JOURNÉE

Whether you are curious by nature, neophyte in ornithology, observer of birds and nature on a daily basis, this training is open to all without any prerequisites.
Field observation of the avifauna is open to all, based on the behavior of the species (ethology) according to the seasons and the natural environments frequented.
Technical bases and personalized methods of identification will be brought to you to be more independent and progress at your own pace.
Priority is given to observation, listening and exchanges in the field in a friendly atmosphere. 100% terrain and eye candy.

Duration
Half day

Prices
50€
The price includes training, access to the Park for the day and the rental of binoculars

Audience
From 16 years old
Beginner to amateur level
12 participants maximum

JULY

08h30

OCTOBER

08h30

BOOK

HORSE AND CARRIAGE TRIP

Accompanied by Archibald, Brillant or Corail, our Boulogne draft horses, set off in a carriage to discover the Baie de Somme and its changing lights.

The coachman and the guide will explain to you how the Bay works and its tides while discovering the fauna and flora present on this protected estuary.

Duration
2 hours

Dates & times
Exit possible all year round on the opening dates of the Park, by reservation. Dates vary according to tides and weather conditions.

Prices
Adult: €30 / Child (from 4 to 12 years old): €25
The price includes the outing as well as the rental of binoculars.

Public
For all
6 participants maximum

JUNE

COMPLET

ACTIVITIES

DISCOVER THE PARK

SORTIE VÉLORNITHO

PRIVATE VISIT

SEMAINE DE LA MIGRATION

THE HIGH TIDES

BUILD YOUR BIRDHOUSE

PHOTOGRAPHY ON THE LOOKOUT

STAGE ORNITHO ½ JOURNÉE

HORSE AND CARRIAGE TRIP

ENCOUNTER WITH NATURE

A NIGHT AT THE MARQUENTERRE

DUSK EXCURSION

DISCOVERY OF SPRING BIRDS

STAGE PHOTO ½ JOURNÉE

WELL-BEING OUTING