Asinerie du Baudet du Poitou
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
Public center on a historic farm dedicated to the conservation of the Poitou donkey, a protected 55-hectare natural area, part of the Echappées Nature network.

📜 Public center on a historic 55-hectare farm in Dampierre-sur-Boutonne, France.
🔍 Dedicated to conserving the Poitou donkey, Poitou draft horse, and Poitou Mule.

Why Go

🐴 Meet and interact with rare Poitou donkeys, horses, and mules
🚶 Explore biodiverse forests and fields on wide paths
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy guided tours, carriage rides, and donkey picnics
🏛️ Discover farm history in a small museum

Why Avoid

⚠️ Off the beaten track, requires GPS
🐕 No dogs allowed on tours/activities (except guide dogs)

Tips

👟 Wear good walking shoes for farm paths
📅 Check calendar for special events, like the Poitou National Competition in August
📞 Book activities and off-season visits in advance

Cost

💰 Self-guided tours: Adults €5, concessions €4, free for children under 6. Guided tours: Adults €7, concessions €5, free for children under 6. Nature Safaris: Adults €12, children (4-18) €10, free for children under 4.

Hours

🕒 Daily from April to September (10am-12pm, 2pm-6pm/6:30pm). Seasonal variations and off-season by reservation. Closed during Christmas school holidays.

🅿️ Parking

Dedicated car park for visitors.

♿ Accessibility

Most of the farm is handicap accessible, including wheelchair-accessible carriage rides. Roads are unpaved but level.

📞 Contact

Phone: 05 46 24 68 94

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