Coulon
Coulon is in the Deux-Sevres department, west of Niort and at the centre of the Marais-Poitevin region.
The waterside town - it lies on the banks of the Sèvre - has appointed itself 'capital of the Green Venice' - and with some justification - and is well placed to explore the marshy region around the town.
The region has been inhabited a very long time - neolithic remains, bronze age items, and roman relics have all been found close by.
The village as we see it dates back some 1200 years - the church dates back to 830 but was rebuilt in the 17th century after being burned to the ground. The village long retained an important role, because of its position as transport link on the river, with salt being a particularly important commodity - a role that diminished after the railways came to dominate transportation in the region.
Coulon now is a pleasant town alongside the river, and is a popular starting point for those hiring boats to venture into the Marais-Poitevin.
Take time for a wander around the town itself before heading off into the marshes - be sure to pass by the Place de la Coutume and the church of Saint-Trinity, and to stroll along the town quais. The village - a listed most beautiful village of France - also pays particular attention to detail eg in its colourful shutters, which also adds to the appeal.
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Tourist Classifications for Coulon
- Most beautiful villages in France
- approved Station Verte - resort paying particular attention to its natural environment
Places to visit near Coulon, France
Explore places of interest within about 70 kilometres on a map at places near Coulon.
Some places to visit within 30 km: 
29 km: Fontenay-le-Comte (Town of art and history) 18 km: Maillezais abbey (Ruined benedictine abbey) 3 km: Marais Poitevin (Attractive marshes) 15 km: Nieul-sur-l'Autise (Abbey and village) 31 km: Surgeres (Charentais town) 34 km: Vouvant (Most beautiful village)
See also Coulon (version Francais)
