Mare aux Songes, Mauritius Island

Name: Mare aux Songes
Address: Mauritius Island, Mauritius

#14 among attractions in Mauritius Island

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The Mare aux Songes swamp is a lagerstätte located close to the sea in south eastern Mauritius. Many subfossils of recently extinct animals have accumulated in the swamp, which was once a lake, and some of the first subfossil remains of dodos were found there. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 20°26'49"S, 57°41'46"E

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Mare aux Songes – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mahebourg, Plaine Magnien, Île de la Passe, Grand Port District.

2.7 miN
City
Mahebourg
70 min walk • One of the main attractions in Mahebourg is the iconic Mahebourg Waterfront. This picturesque area is filled with colorful fishing boats, bustling markets, and charming waterfront restaurants. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the promenade, taking in the...
2.5 miNW
Village
Plaine Magnien
64 min walk • One of the highlights of a visit to Plaine Magnien is the opportunity to explore the picturesque beaches that line the coast. With their soft, white sands and crystal-clear waters, these beaches are the perfect place to relax and soak up the sun.
5.7 miNE
Island
Île de la Passe
145 min walk • Île de la Passe is a rocky islet in the bay off Grand Port on the island of Mauritius. Between 20 and 25 August 1810, during the British campaign to capture the island from the French, it was the scene of the Battle of Grand Port.
4.6 miNW
Neighbourhood
Grand Port District, Mauritius Island
117 min walk • Grand Port is a district of Mauritius, situated in the east of the island. The name means "large port" in French. The district has an area of 260.3 km² and the population estimate was at 112,997 as of 31 December 2015.
3 miNE
Island
Île aux Aigrettes
78 min walk • Visitors to Île aux Aigrettes can look forward to guided tours that provide insight into the conservation efforts being undertaken on the island. The knowledgeable guides offer fascinating information about the various species of flora and fauna that can be found...

Mare aux Songes, Mauritius Island

Facts and practical information

Mare aux Songes – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Mahebourg

Plaine Magnien

Île de la Passe

Grand Port District, Mauritius Island

Île aux Aigrettes