
Conditions for groups
Our rates apply to 20 paying guests or more.
1 free admission for the organizer and 1 free admission for the coach driver.
Children's rates from 4 to 13 years old, free for children under 4.
We have several large 50-seater boats.
We can therefore accommodate large groups to facilitate your planning and organization.
We also have two 12-seater bacôves.
No group rates on Sunday afternoons and public holiday afternoons.
Educational establishments: consult the educational category on our website.
Unmissable
12-seater bacôve
1 hour and a half
The Traditional
Come aboard our traditional audomarois boat for a guided cruise through the heart of the marshes and suburbs!
Discover the richness of this unique ecosystem thanks to our guide's fascinating explanations.
Clairmarais
Not accessible
15€ / Adult group
10,50€ / Child group - school
FRee / 0-3 years old

Unmissable
50-seater boat
1 hour
The Marsh Road (La Route des Marais)
Embark on an unforgettable tour of the market garden marsh on a large boat! Discover the beauty and richness of this unique ecosystem on a guided tour of the nature reserve. Let yourself be charmed by the marsh's picturesque landscapes and natural treasures.
Clairmarais
Accessible
10€ / adult group
7,50€ / child group
6,90€ / school
Free / 0-3 years old
Package - 20 people from 138€ to 220€
Privatization from 195€ to 550€

Unmissable
50-seater covered boat
1 hour and a half
The Fontinettes
& the river world
On the Neuffossé canal, discover the world of rivers and canal life. You will also pass through the high gauge lock that replaces the Fontinettes boat elevator.
NB : This cruise does not navigate in the Audomarois marshes. The circuit depends on river navigation.
Arques
Accessible
14,30€ / Adult group
11,50€ / Child group - school
Free / 0-3 years old
Package - 20 people from 345€ to 495€
Privatization from 575€ to 825€

Thematic
50-seater boat
1 hour + 1 hour and a half
Marsh & Nature Reserve
After a 1-hour guided boat tour, you will disembark in the heart of the listed part of the marsh for a return walk along the interpretation trail of the Romelaere Nature Reserve. You will be given a booklet and a map (approx. 4.5 km).
In addition, a guide can accompany you into the reserve.
Clairmarais
Non PRM disembarkment
Only assistance dogs allowed.
14,20€ / Adult group
11,50€ / Child group - school
Package - 20 people from 230€ to 330€
Privatization from 299€ to 825€
Walking guide 103€ / 25 people

Thematic
Boat or bacôve
1 hour
The Nocturnal
Discover the marsh at sunset. At dusk, nature takes on a glow of its own. Come and discover (again) the marsh in a totally different and unusual light. Nature is decked out in shimmering colors, revealing a completely different story.
Clairmarais
Accessible
14,20€ / Adult group
11,50€ / Child group
Free / 0-3 years old
Package - 20 people from 230€ to 330€
Privatization from 299€ to 825€

Thematic
50-seater boat
1 hour
Marsh & Heritage
A 2-voice tour:
A guide from the town of St Omer completes and enriches the Ô MARAIS discovery tour, delving into the secrets of the marsh's creation, its evolution over the centuries, its traditions and its special features.
Clairmarais
Accessible
14€ / adult group
10,50€ / child group
Free / 0-3 years old

Thematic
50-seater boat
2 hours
The Marsh in a big way
The most complete tour of the marsh. This walk offers an extensive nature trail.
Its duration allows you to explore certain aspects in greater depth, depending on the season.
Clairmarais
Accessible
17,10€ / Adult group
13,50€ / Child group - school
Free / 0-3 years old
Package - 20 people from 270€ to 396€
Privatization from 351€ to 990€

Exceptionnal - Group
50-seater boat
1 hour
Styorytelling Cruise
Embark on an enchanted cruise in the company of storyteller "Rocambole". Let yourself be transported by captivating tales as you discover the natural beauty of this unique place. A magical experience awaits you, combining nature and legends for young and old.
* groups : package for 50 people
Clairmarais
Accessible
725€ / adult group*
600€ / school

Exceptionnal - Group
26-seater boat
2h30
The Observatory
Discover the marsh, its riches and its biodiversity, then enjoy a visit to an observatory on stilts accessible only by water. Our marsh, a UNESCO Man & Biosphere site, will reveal its riches and heritage to participants.
Minimum group size 20.
Clairmarais
Accessible
19€ / adult group
Free / 0-3 years old
15€ / Child group - school

Exceptional - Group
50-seater boat
4 hours
The Ornithological LPO
Embark on a boat trip through the marsh with an LPO guide. Discover the richness of local flora and fauna, and learn more about the many protected bird species. An educational and immersive experience for nature lovers.
1 hour by boat and 3 hours on land in the nature reserve
Clairmarais
Not accessible
794€ / adult group
694€ / child group - school

Exceptionnal - Group
Boat or bacôve
1 hour and a half or more
Photo Cruise
Capture the wild beauty of this unique ecosystem, guided by experts who will take you to the best spots. Perfect for amateur and professional photographers, this adventure lets you immortalize breathtaking landscapes and exceptional wildlife.
Clairmarais
Accessible
From:
13€/ adult group
10€ / child group - school

Gourmet
Boat or bacôve
1 hour to 1 hour and a half
Aperitif cruise
Enjoy an aperitif and appetizers while taking in the magnificent scenery of the Audomarois marshes as they flow by.
Clairmarais
Accessible
Boat : from 168€ to 550€
1 kir + 2 appetizers 13.50€/adult
1 soft drink + 2 appetizers 12€/child
+ Details: download brochure

Gourmet
28-seater boat
12-seater bacôve
2 to 3 hours
Brunch Cruise
Transformed into an ephemeral restaurant, board a boat for a brunch on the water.
Combine culinary pleasure with the discovery of a natural heritage. Service on board is enhanced by anecdotes about the marsh.
Not recommended for 0-2 years old
Clairmarais
Accessible
Boat: from 168€ to 550€
+ menu from 30€/adult
+ menu from 20€/child
+ Details: brochure to download

Gourmet
28-seater boat
2 to 3 hours
Gourmet Cruise
Transformed into an ephemeral restaurant, board a boat for a meal on the water.
Combine culinary pleasure with the discovery of a natural heritage. Service on board is enhanced by anecdotes about the marsh.
Not recommended for 0-2 years old
Clairmarais
Accessible
Boat: from 450€ to 700€
+ menu from 45€/adult
+ menu from 25€/child
+ Details : download brochure

The Marsh Road (La Route des Marais)

Visite guidée du marais Audomarois, Clairmarais, Saint-Omer.



Visite guidée du marais Audomarois, Clairmarais, Saint-Omer.
Guided tour on large boat
1-hour tour
8€50 / adult
6€50 / child
Year-round booking
The guide adapts to the audience on board
Accessible upon reservation
Embark on a cruise boat and let yourself guide through the canals of the marsh.
This will introduce you to the fauna and flora, market gardening, economy, history and traditions of the last marsh still cultivated in France: the marsh of Saint-Omer.
The large size of these boats and their high catamaran-type format allow them to fit people with reduced mobility, whether their wheelchair is transferable or not.

NB: Group pricing start from 20 paying people, 1 free ticket for the organizer and the bus driver. Children are from 4 to 13 years old, free for children under 4 years old.
School: consult the educational category of our site.
The Traditional in bacôve

Visite guidée dans l'embarcation traditionnelle , Clairmarais, Saint-Omer.



Visite guidée dans l'embarcation traditionnelle , Clairmarais, Saint-Omer.
Guided tour in the bacôve
2 x 12 places
1.5-hour tour
13€ / adult
10€ / child
Year-round booking
The guide adapts to the audience on board.
Not available
Embark on the traditional boat of Saint-Omer for a guided tour: the bacôve .
This wooden boat was shaped in oak by the last boat maker of the region.
In a small group, let yourself guide along the waterside in the maze of the last cultivated marsh in France.
You will discover the fauna and flora, the economy, the history, the architecture and the customs of the marsh, and the suburbs of Saint-Omer.
Marshes & Nature Reserve

Visite guidée du marais Audomarois, Clairmarais, Saint-Omer.



Visite guidée du marais Audomarois, Clairmarais, Saint-Omer.
Guided tour on a large boat
1-hour boat tour
1-hour to 1.5-hour return by foot
See chart
From March 15 to December 15
The guide adapts to the audience on board
Not accessible
The guide takes you on a tour of the flora and the fauna, economy, architecture, history,
and traditions of the Audomarois marshes.
At the end of the tour (1-hour), the boat drops you off
into the nature reserve for a return walk (+/-1.5-hour).
Bonus:
Nature guide available for the return walk (103€ for 25 people).
Legen of the Marsh

Visite guidée du marais Audomarois, Clairmarais, Saint-Omer.



Visite guidée du marais Audomarois, Clairmarais, Saint-Omer.
NEW
2023
Animated tour on a large boat
1-hour boat tour
8.50€ / adult
6.50€ / child
Year-round booking
Ideal for families
Accessible upon reservation
It all started with an old book entitled "Le Marais de Viala".
Participants will discover the marsh's biodiversity through water and history.
During this tour, the guide will challenge the children to help them find
"The most beautiful and precious thing".
This tour is ideal for children's groups, families and social centers.
The Marsh in a big way (Le Marais en Grand)

Grande visite guidée dans le marais.



Grande visite guidée dans le marais.
Guided tour on a large boat
2-hour boat tour
14€ / adult
11€ / child
Year-round booking
The guide adapts to the audience on board
Accessible upon reservation
Large scale marsh discovery tour: in addition to the "ordinary" tour,the boat will pass through a large area of market gardens, the protected zone. Participants will discover typical dwellings.
The 2-hour tour allows the guide to go into greater depth on certain themes.
Participants will also have time to admire the riches within sight, and enjoy a varied biodiversity. The UNESCO-labeled marshland will hold no secrets for anyone.
don't forget your binoculars!

The Observatory




Guided tour on a large boat.
26 places maximum.
2.5-hour boat tour
17€ / adult
13€ / child
Year-round booking
Ideal for photographers and enthusiasts
Accessible according to water level. Observatory not accessible.
Discover the marsh, its riches and its biodiversity, then enjoy a visit to an observatory accessible only by water.
Our marsh, a UNESCO Man & Biosphere site, will reveal its riches and heritage to participants. Your senses will be awakened and stimulated by the flora and fauna discovered during your visit.
don't forget your binoculars!

Tale cruise

Rocambole anime la contée dans le marais

Marie grouette, protectrice des enfants du marais


Rocambole anime la contée dans le marais
On a large boat
50 people
1-hour
425€ Boat (50 places on weekdays)
+320€ Storyteller
Year-round booking
The storyteller adapts to childrens' ages
Accessible upon reservation
Discover the flora and fauna of the Audomarois marshes through the tales of ROCAMBOLE.
A unique and entertaining way to appreciate this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Young and old alike will appreciate Christine Charpentier's imagination.
Birdwatching Cruise

Le héron prend son envol lors d'une visite dans le marais



Le héron prend son envol lors d'une visite dans le marais
26 places MAXIMUM
1:30 to 4 hours
from 286€ / boat
+244€ League for the Protection of Birds Guide
Year-round booking
Ideal for photographers and enthusiasts
Accessible under certain conditions
Visit of the turnstile observatory and discover the local fauna with a guide from LPO62
(League of Protection of Birds). Participants will learn about the marsh's bird species.
The LPO guide is available for 4 hours. It is therfore possible to have several departures with different groups.
Nocturnal Cruise

Faire des photo à la tombée de la nuit dans le marais

Découvrir un univers caché


Faire des photo à la tombée de la nuit dans le marais
12 seats in bacôve
50 seats on large boats
1 hour
12€ / adult
10€ / child
Year-round booking
Ideal for photographers and enthusiasts
Accessible under certain conditions
Come and see the marsh as you've never seen it before.
At dusk, come and (re)discover a different aspect of the market garden marsh : its history, its fauna,
its flora, its crops... accompanied by owls and bats.


Dawn cruise

Les photographes seront les premiers levés.

Un écosystème se révèle au levé du soleil


Les photographes seront les premiers levés.
12 seats in bacôve
50 seats on large boats
1-hour
12€ / adult
10€ / child
Year-round booking
Ideal for photographers and enthusiasts
Accessible under certain conditions
In the same spirit as the night cruise, at dawn,
come and discover the marsh as you've never seen it before.
In its most beautiful colors, the marsh will show you unsuspected treasures that only the bravest will be able to admire.
(5 to 6 a.m., following the sunrise)!


