Exploring Angliers, Vienne, Poitou-Charentes

The trail runs through the entire Briande valley with views of windmills, the Loudun landscape, and troglodyte complexes dug into the tufa rock that for centuries were home to modest families.

The Guesnes pond reveals itself to the walker in forest attire. Depending on the season, draped in golden foliage or enveloped in springtime green, it attracts nature lovers for bucolic wanderings. The idyllic setting of the fishing pond and its welcoming banks are a delight to behold. The site has no public toilets.

Former railway line linking Châtellerault and Loudun, this green line is a fabulous way to discover the heritage and the land of Poitou, thanks to the educational and entertaining terminals scattered along the route for the greatest pleasure of all! The green line is 37 km long and includes 18 km of Loudunaise section. It is also possible to follow it on foot or on horseback.

This trail through the cultivated countryside offers beautiful views of traditional homes built of "left" stone. Walk through a land of rehabilitated springs and discover the cradle of Acadia and our American cousins.

This trail is the promise of a beautiful journey in the heart of the Scévolles forest. You will discover the main patrimonial curiosities of the forest, immersed in a real green setting with remarkable flora.

With this tour, take a step back in time to the time of our ancestors: the Neolithic men. You will not only notice their traces with numerous dolmens and covered walkways but you will also understand why they settled in Loudunais and especially around Arçay and Saint-Laon. Admire also the remarkable views on the surrounding hillsides.

The Chemin d'Aliénor is a 90 km cycling route. It links the Loire à Vélo to the Scandiberique via the Ligne Verte, an old railroad line between Châtellerault and Loudun.

This path will make you discover the limestone hills around Loudun. Privileged witnesses of the geological and historical evolution of our regions, they tell the formidable story of the Neolithic men who were sanctuaries there, relayed later by the Celts and the Gallo-Romans.

Here, all the elements are mixed: nature, undergrowth, dwellings and castellan houses made of tufa stone, a railway heritage arranged as a green line: this path offers you a multitude of discoveries at the crossroads between the Loudunais, the Richelais, the Châtelleraudais and the Mirebelais.

Moncontour, a thousand year old stronghold full of water spots, wash houses, parks and historical stones... The wash house trail is a beautiful pedestrian walk in the heart of a green setting bathed by the Dive.

Enjoy an authentic country setting. Meublé de tourisme for 6 people, 2-star rating. Our gîte, an old stone "galuche" outbuilding, has been completely renovated. Surrounded by an enclosed garden, the Gîte CocoRico offers you a space to relax in the open air. Take advantage of the garden furniture, relaxation area, children's games and barbecue for convivial moments with family and friends. You can also enjoy fresh herbs from the garden. The gîte is ideally located at the crossroads of Anjou, Poitou and Touraine. Discover the region's historical, cultural and recreational treasures. A welcome booklet on site will give you some ideas for must-see visits.

This charming gîte on the banks of the river Dive, in the hamlet of Retournay, lies between Marnes and Moncontour. Once a water mill where several generations of millers succeeded one another, this workplace has been transformed over time into a haven of peace. La villa des Licoches, housed in an old 13th-century building, features a large living room with fireplace, fully-equipped kitchenette, sitting area, shower room and separate toilet on the first floor. Upstairs, 4 bedrooms, 3 with two single beds that can be made into a double bed and one with a double bed, a bathroom with bath and shower and separate toilet. Bicycles available. Office and meeting space available.

In the village of Marnes, on the border between the Deux-Sèvres and Vienne departments, an old dairy was built in 1907. Restored in keeping with the authenticity of the site, the dairy overlooks a hiking trail called "La Sente Divine", which runs alongside the river Dive. The 110m² first floor comprises an entrance hall, living room, kitchen, linen room and games room. Access by 7 steps to the half-floor with a corridor leading to an independent toilet, Bedroom 1 (1 bed 160) and Bedroom 2 (2 beds 90 convertible into 1 bed 180) and an independent shower room. Formerly an attic, the first floor comprises a relaxation room with corridor leading to bedrooms: Bedroom 3 (2 beds 90) and Bedroom 4 (2 beds 90 convertible into 180), attic shower room, separate wc. Large enclosed courtyard. Bicycles available, garden furniture, parasol, deckchairs, pétanque, table tennis and table soccer.

Gîte arranged in an adjoining part of the large Maison de Maître owners comprising on the ground floor, a living room, kitchen, wc. Upstairs, the Tulip room (1 bed 140, 1 bed 90), the water lily room (1 bed 140, cot), a bathroom. Electric heating. Terrace of 30m² and private grassed area and shared land of 2000m².

Located near the Château de la Mothe-Chandeniers and the Center Parcs "Domaine du bois aux daims", the castles of the Loire, Saumur, Richelieu, Chinon, and Fontevraud. This independent 3-star furnished holiday home has been carefully restored, with a large, flowered and peaceful courtyard, not overlooked, surrounded by secure troglodytic cellars. Pedestrian paths on the spot.

Built from the 16th century by the Gouffier seigniorial family, the Château d'Oiron houses the "Curios & Mirabilia" collection of contemporary art, freely designed on the theme of the cabinet of curiosities in reference to the fabulous art collection of Claude Gouffier, the great squire of Henri II. The artists reinterpret an exceptional original place and décor - a gallery of Renaissance murals in the style of the Fontainebleau school, painted and sculpted woodwork from the 17th century. Following in the footsteps of the Marquis de Carabas, whose model is said to have been Claude Gouffier, the visitor is invited to stroll between "Curiosities" & "Wonders" ...

Located in Oiron, Le Château de Leugny offers 3 rooms in a château built in 1878. Some rooms include a kitchenette with fridge, oven and microwave. All rooms have private bathrooms and toilets. A seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, communal lounge, terrace and tennis court complete the facilities on offer. Free Wi-Fi and private parking are available on site. A barbecue is also available. In the company of the owners, come and experience for a moment the calm and pleasure of château life.

Located 15 km from Thouars, City of Art and History, in the heart of the village of Oiron, labeled "small city of character", Elizabeth and Yves welcome you to their home with 5 comfortable guest rooms. Each room is equipped with a television, a wifi access, a bathroom and toilet. Two of the bedrooms are located on the ground floor. During your stay, take the time to discover the vineyards Oironnais but also its prestigious castle and its Renaissance gallery without forgetting the 6 creations of contemporary artists called "Secrets Orioni" and dotted throughout the village. reservation the table d'hôte option.The owners are in the large dining room and offer you a home cooking, made with local and seasonal products.

1 room for two persons

Quiet and peaceful bed and breakfast 2 bedrooms with 1 double bed 1 sofa in living room

The barony of Saint-Cassien and its majestic keep have survived 10 centuries to reach us. The first square tower was built by Foulques Néra, Count of Anjou, at the same time as those of Loudun and Moncontour in the 11th century, then modified in the 12th and 14th centuries during the Hundred Years War. Richelieu had the fortress dismantled in the 17th century to establish royal power A visit for the lovers of old stones and a beautiful example of medieval military architecture!

This pretty mill, whose origin goes back to the XVIIIth century, was built around 1730, on a hill which culminates at 124 meters. It can be admired from the Maison de Pays.

Visit of a park in the middle of a forest, made up of hornbeam and boxwood trees. 4 hunting alleys delimiting the park. 2 small turrets called "poivrières" as a decoration on each side of the northern alley, and the presence of a "saut du loup" in the southern alley. Simplicity and rigor of these places designed in the Directory.

Farmer producer and processor P.A.M, Pauline has been growing about 30 organic aromatic and medicinal plants since 2018 Hapozeme is nestled in the heart of the Scévolles forest, a stone's throw from the Buissonnière pony club. The artisanal products are available at the farm, on their website or in specialized stores in the region.

The Bellouin Chapel is the first example in France of a Renaissance construction from a medieval castle. A royal residence, it belonged to Henri Boyer, François 1er, Jean Escoubleau de Sourdis and Richelieu. The guide, a mason who has been passionate about the restoration of the castle for 35 years, will accompany you to go back in time and understand the techniques of restoration of such a monument.

Leaving from the charming Etang de Guesnes and its leisure area. Way-marked walks in the heart of the 4,000-hectare forest.

What do Acadia, Quebec, Louisiana and Poitou have in common? A place of discovery and memory: Take a plunge into the past and relive the history of the families from Loudun who left in the 17th century to colonize the territories of New France. In the heart of the Loudunais region, the Maison de l'Acadie has just reopened its doors with a new, more attractive and interactive museography. During a one-hour guided tour, discover artifacts from Canada and Poitou, and even the largest Acadian flag serving as a chronological frieze!!!! Services on offer : Store and snack bar inside the museum Accessible to people with reduced mobility Free parking Picnic areas Open from July 12 to September 10, 2023, Wednesday to Sunday, 2:30 to 6:30 p.m AND all year round by appointment at the Tourist Office (48 hours in advance)

The core of this collection, assembled by Henri Aymard (1878 - 1956), is made up of 35 12th-century Romanesque capitals, a dozen tailloirs and 2 portal voussoirs. The ensemble takes the form of a medieval chapel. It's not a place of worship, but rather a setting recreated in the early 20th century, combining the 3 major artistic expressions of the Middle Ages: sculpture, painting and stained glass. Open to groups by appointment only

Explore the Château de Monts sur Guesnes and plunge into the origins of the Kingdom of France, discovering incredible destinies, epic adventures and the importance of power plays? An accessible epic for the general public, where history buffs rub shoulders with apprentice knights, all won over by a spectacular, contemporary setting in the heart of buildings dating from the late Middle Ages. Stroll from room to room to discover the history of Poitou, from Eleanor's Banquet to the Hundred Years' War (immersive rooms). Demonstrations of siege engines, including a 12 m-high trebuchet, and crossbow shooting, as well as workshops, await young and old alike!

A superb Romanesque building built in the 11th century, the Sainte-Croix collegiate church was the site of exorcism sessions during the trial of Urbain Grandier in 1634. This priest accused of witchcraft by nuns was the main protagonist of the "affair of the possessed of Loudun". At the end of the 19th century, the church was transformed into a covered market until 1991. Today, it is one of the major monuments of Loudun's heritage with its exceptional painted decorations from the 12th and late 13th centuries. Since its restoration in 1995, it has been used as a showcase for numerous art exhibitions. closed on monday and thursday.

Take away possible The restaurant offers a table service for truckers and construction workers.

40-60 covers

Takeaway : Monday to Friday at noon.

Come and enjoy a warm and friendly moment, around a traditional restoration. Take away possible every day Possibility of organizing family meals, birthday parties with improved menus on weekends.

Take away possible, delivery on the spot, reservation in advance Immerse yourself in a warm and western atmosphere.

Take away or delivery

Takeaway : social networks - Tuesday to Friday - reservation the day before

In this welcoming house, entirely renovated on 2 levels, located on the Poitiers-Loudun axis, you will benefit from the advantages of the countryside and the proximity of the shops (the village of Angliers accessible on foot, Loudun at 8km) On a ground of 900 m2 accessible by the way of the soccer stadium, contiguous to the property, you will spend your stay in all peace and will be able to begin your excursions in the forest of Scévolles from this residence.

You will be 34 km from Chinon and 47 km from Saumur. The nearest airport, Poitiers-Biard, is 41 km away. A terrace is available on site and you can go cycling near La Galuche.

The Galuche

Free The motorhome area is still accessible but the services are closed for the moment.

Gîte de France N°1182

Between Château de la Loire and Futuroscope (35 min) Green area, on the banks of the Guesnes pond, in the Scévolles forest (great hiking) 5km from medieval Château de Monts sur Guesnes (Musée Historial du Poitou) Quiet, natural setting Green setting, children's playground, boulodrome and picnic areas by the pond

Give yourself a "PARENTHESE" in the quiet countryside, in the north of Poitou-Charentes We offer 2 rooms for 2 people and a suite for 3 people, all equipped with high quality bedding, a separate shower and toilet, free wifi access and reversible air conditioning. Bathroom linen and toiletries as well as a hair dryer are provided free of charge. Each room is accessible through an independent entrance. A free and closed parking is at your disposal in front of the house. Visit our main tourist sites such as the birthplace of Theophraste Renaudot, the house of Acadia, the Futuroscope of Poitiers, the fortress of Chinon, city of Rabelais, the castles of Azay-le-Rideau or the royal abbey of Fontevraud. Discover the gastronomic wealth (melons, asparagus, poultry, mushrooms...)

Gîte de France N°460

Gite with jacuzzi and pool

Sanitary measures applied Label : ERP Category IV