Walk along the nature reserve, nature outing in autonomy

  • Sport
  • Pedestrian sports
Maison du Fier, Route du Vieux Port, 17880 Les Portes-en-Ré

Description

With LPO-Maison du Fier, experience the heart of the Rétais natural environment !
Accessible from the Maison du Fier, LPO welcome site on Île de Ré, the walking trail allows you to explore the Lilleau des Niges nature reserve The 2 km loop follows the terrestrial part of the reserve (see map) Meet the birds that inhabit the marshes around the Maison du Fier and within the nature reserve Depending on the time of year, the species present vary and the best times of day change with the seasons Visit the welcome center for more information To make the most of this walk, renting binoculars and audio guides is recommended Equipped with educational points and audio guide stations, this trail allows you to learn about the site’s history, how the nature reserve is managed, and the natural habitats it contains Allow 1h30 to leisurely walk the trail Equipment rental is by half-day (€5 per pair of binoculars/€2 audio guide or ID guide/€15 spotting scope/€10 treasure hunt kit) Check the opening hours of the Maison du Fier to know when to rent your equipment (https://www.maisondufier.fr/horaires/) Want to explore with a nature guide? Check our activity program (https://www.maisondufier.fr/agenda/) available all year
  • Sustainable tourism
    As an environmental conservation association, the LPO is part of a sustainable approach

Services

Coach parking
Parking nearby
Car park

Rates

Equipment rental (half-day rates)

A self-guided visit is possible thanks to the audio guides available for rent at the Maison du Fier

To make the most of the walk around the nature reserve, renting optical equipment is recommended by the LPO team

You can also rent the book “Guide des Oiseaux de l’île de Ré” to help identify the birds you observe

For those seeking a more playful activity, we recommend purchasing a treasure hunt kit It includes a pair of binoculars (rental), the bird guide of Île de Ré (rental), an activity booklet, and a pencil

Binoculars: €5
Audioguide, book (rental): €2 each
Spotting scope: €15
Treasure hunt kit: €10

- For any equipment rental, an ID will be requested (identity card, passport, driver’s license) It will be held as a deposit for the duration of the rental

- For spotting scope rental, a rental contract will be drawn up at the Maison du Fier Rental is subject to presentation of an ID and a security check

Payment methods

CheckCheck
American ExpressAmerican Express
Bank/credit cardBank/credit card
CashCash
Contactless paymentContactless payment

Openings

All year 2026 - Open everyday
Check the opening hours of the Maison du Fier to know when to rent your equipment

Location

Walk along the nature reserve, nature outing in autonomy
Maison du Fier, Route du Vieux Port, 17880 Les Portes-en-Ré

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Village -2 km away

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Updated on 23 June 2026 at 12:57
by Destination Ile de Ré
(Offer identifier : 5870108)
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