Nature
The Marais de la Touques is a coastal wetland in the lower reaches of the coastal river Touques. The sensitive natural area comprises ponds, reed beds and meadows. There are two interconnected loops for exploring the area, covering a total of 5.3 km; a bridge connects them.
The Marais de la Touques is home to 212 bird species, 30 mammal species, 3 reptile species, 9 amphibian species and 33 dragonfly species. There is an ornithological observation point at one of the ponds, where birds can be observed.
The car park providing access to the Marais de la Touques is located at the junction by Canapville railway station and the Route de Trouville in Saint-Martin-aux-Chartrains. It has 18 car parking spaces, bicycle racks and bus parking spaces.
Those who choose Saint-Martin-aux-Chartrains as a holiday destination and wish to rent a holiday apartment plan their stay around this location.
Culture
The Église Saint-Martin in Saint-Martin-aux-Chartrains houses a sculptural group from the 16th century depicting the Charité de saint-Martin. La Charité de saint-Martin is a polychrome wooden artwork from the 16th century and is classified as a Monument historique.
The Église Saint-Martin also has a 17th-century reredos. The south portal and the choir window feature Romanesque sawtooth or zigzag ornaments.
The Confrérie de Charité of Saint-Martin-aux-Chartrains is a Catholic parish association. It accompanies and supports grieving families and takes part in religious services by assisting the celebrant.
Further local pages: Benerville-Sur-Mer, Le Pin, Asnières-En-Bessin, Vierville-Sur-Mer, Cordebugle, Curcy-Sur-Orne, Englesqueville-La-Percée, Ducy-Sainte-Marguerite.
