Guided tours of the Audomarois marsh
Visit of the St-Omer – Clairmarais marshes and discovery of the last shipyard
Guided tour of the Audomarois marsh and visit of the naval workshop
Guided tours
Explore the Audomarois marshes by boat with a passionate guide. Back, discover the traditional workshop...-
Free for children from 0 to 4 years old
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7.50 € for children from 4 to 13 years old
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9,50 € for young people / students
lunch on the water
With friends or family, savor our local meals while enjoying the setting and the comments of your guide!-
25 € for children from 4 to 13 years old
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Free for less than 4 years
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From 8 adults
Your guides
Remy COLIN
Vincent COLLIN
Valentin HELLEBOIS
Jérémie FLANDRIN
Benoit Eeckeman
Loic BOULIER
Philippe HUDELLE
Lucie Bouchet
Aurora of Sainte Maresville
Melanie Dumont
Annie COLLIN
Ursula Timmermans
Find out more: Boat trip in the Saint-Omer marsh and discovery of the traditional boat manufacturing workshop
The boat makers' workshop quickly became THE place to visit in Saint-Omer to discover the marshes by boat, to rent a boat or a canoe, to discover the history of Saint-Omer and the ancestral manufacture of traditional boats... . Let yourself be guided by enthusiasts who know the place and its history inside out!
The visit of the marsh (1h)
Embark on a traditional bacôve with the Boat Makers for a unique ride in the Audomarois! This 2 meter wide and 9,5 meter long boat is renowned for its reliability and stability, guaranteeing you a pleasant ride in complete safety.
You will discover on the one-hour visit the Lyzel district, the inhabited marsh, the cultivated marsh and the famous closed marsh (polder), the old commercial axes (Drômeweg, Grande Meer, etc.), the old cabbage unloading dock flowers, as well as a superb panorama of the town of Saint-Omer and its bell towers… Seen from the fields! During the one and a half hour walk, you will also have the opportunity to discover the district of the Poor Clares and the suburb of Haut-Pont de Saint-Omer.
The expert guide will explain the history of the marsh, Saint-Omer, market gardeners and cauliflower…
The finest and most complete visit to the Saint-Omer marshes… This review does not come from us but from Trip Advisor and the many visitors who have witnessed this commented walk in the marsh!
Guided tour of the boat makers' workshop
The boat makers also open the doors of their workshop to you to share their manufacturing secrets with you: learn the history of the escute and the bacôve, the materials used, their design... A half-hour visit suitable for all family..
Guided tour of the boat makers' workshop
The boat makers also open the doors of their workshop to you to share their manufacturing secrets with you: learn the history of the escute and the bacôve, the materials used, their design... A half-hour visit suitable for all family..
Unusual visits
Do not miss any of our unusual outings in the Audomarois marsh. Throughout the year, we organize themed walks highlighting our landscapes. These releases include:
- The morning and photographic walk every last Sunday of the month in the company of photographer Philippe Hudelle.
- Semi-nocturnal walks on certain dates in summer
- Heritage excursions (1 hour by boat and 1 hour on foot) to discover the natural and cultural treasures of Saint-Omer
An ecotourism destination
Throughout our marsh cruises, we use an electric motor, which has the advantage of not damaging the banks, respecting the local community, and allowing you to enjoy the sounds of nature while still having the opportunity to chat with your guide. Plus, it's 100% eco-friendly… Our marsh was created by human activity, and it's up to us to preserve it!
Your guide, a lover of nature and marshes, will help you discover this UNESCO-certified natural environment along the rivers.
An ecotourism destination
Throughout our marsh cruises, we use an electric motor, which has the advantage of not damaging the riverbanks, respecting the local community, and allowing you to enjoy the sounds of nature while still having the opportunity to chat with your guide. Plus, it's 100% eco-friendly… Our marsh was created by humans, and it's up to humans to preserve it!
Your guide, a lover of nature and marshes, will help you discover this UNESCO-certified natural environment along the rivers.
They loved their visit!
Visits from the Boat Makers? Our visitors talk about it best!
Walk in the swamp
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Thank you for this wonderful discovery, a lovely walk along the water, a space far from the noise, stress and crowds of big cities, a wonder of nature close to home, brought to life by a friendly team who transport you into a beautiful story of marsh life.
Monique - August 2026
Guided tour
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Taking a boat trip through the Audomarois marshes is always a magical experience. Gliding silently on the water, rediscovering the marsh's flora and fauna, accompanied by Philippe's explanations and anecdotes, is pure bliss. And we were lucky enough to witness a sunset over the marsh, capturing magnificent images that we immortalized.
Bruno - August 2026
Unusual cruise
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
An exceptional place where tradition lives on. A visit to the marsh with passionate people who provided a wonderful experience showcasing local skills: the last remaining boat builders – a must-see for a complete immersion in nature. Thank you for everything.
Laurence - August 2026
