Lageon, Deux-Sèvres, Poitou-Charentes

This 7.3 km walk leads you to discover the commune of Lageon and its rich heritage and landscape Departure from the church square.

Starting from the lake of Cébron, take pleasure in discovering the fauna and flora of the Thouet valley and let yourself be surprised by the built heritage of this area. A 28 km loop which can be combined with the 32 km loop which starts from the same place (Cycling loop in the Thouet valley: L'Eau en Val du Thouet - Loop 6).

Starting from the lake of Cébron, take pleasure in discovering the fauna and flora of the Thouet valley and let yourself be surprised by the built heritage of this area. A 32 km loop which can be combined with the 28 km loop which starts from the same place (Loop 7).

Come and discover the fauna and flora of the largest lake in the Deux-Sèvres department, which is both a drinking water reserve (a water treatment plant is associated with the dam) and an ornithological reserve. Property of the Conseil général des Deux-Sèvres, the Cébron lake offers a multitude of landscapes changing with the seasons. It presents an important biological richness and shelters in particular numerous species of birds. Come and discover its biodiversity by taking advantage of the many nature activities offered on the site (nature outings, exhibitions, hiking, fishing, sailing...)! You can obtain the information sheets for these routes at the Airvault town hall or at the Airvaudais-Val du Thouet Tourist Office, in the Airvault and Saint-Loup-sur-Thouet branches, or by request by e-mail: tourisme-avt@cc-avt.fr.

8.5 km to discover water and its biodiversity while having fun! Questions, a riddle to solve...

Discover the heritage and history of Gourgé during this 4 km walk. Gourgé is one of the most remarkable villages by its picturesque situation, from any side you arrive. Go and discover this village. There is no doubt that you will enjoy discovering its streets and its rich heritage. "Dear friends and travellers, make a detour to Gourgé. Don't wait until you are old enough to regret missing our village" Extract from a poem by Mr Roger BROSSARD.

Discover the heritage of Amailloux and its surrounding countryside in all its forms. Dwellings, fortified houses, old mills and rural paths will punctuate your walk.

This circuit can be started in several places. However, an existing parking area at the place called Monplaisir allows you to start on the Voie Verte, a pedestrian axis on the old railroad that linked Parthenay to Bressuire. After crossing the Bois du Theil and seeing some views of the surrounding fields, exit at the level crossing of the Parthenay-Fénery road at a place called Le Piogé. You then go along the property of Theil with some views on the castle or the ponds. As you pass by, you will see buildings from the end of the 19th century at Sainte-Anne and Notre-Dame. From La Timarière, a small wild and shaded path between woods and meadows brings us back to the starting point.

In Châtillon-sur-Thouet, park on the car park of the greenway. A notice board will show you the starting point. Then follow the wooden markers with a bicycle and light green directional arrows. Without any particular indications, continue on your way. Discover the charm of the Gâtine and the Thouet valley: hedged farmland, waterways and scattered settlements.

Discover the Peyratte and its surroundings. A remarkable built heritage with the castles of Peyré and Roche-Faton, small heritage such as the mill of Fumailles and the valley of Thouet with several developments to cross it as a stone ford or a footbridge.

The Domaine de La Barre

The Domaine de La Barre, a place nourishing beautiful energies, restful and rural, is ideal for couples and families to recharge their batteries and find well-being and relaxation to strengthen their bonds On this site with a history dating back to the Templars, spend a sporty or relaxing moment on the edge of a vast pond in the calm and nature, and walk in the heart of a 56 ha agricultural area managed in organic farming. In a few minutes on foot or by bike, you can follow the GR36, the path of Compostelle, and the Vélofrancette. Our 11 lodgings from 2 to 7 rooms are spacious and without opposite, in the heart of a park of 3 hectares. Our services: heated indoor and outdoor swimming pool with slide, mini-golf, picnic by the private pond, petanque court, BBQ, outdoor and indoor games. Room and yurt rental for large families or groups.

Nice house in a small and peaceful village. Many opportunities for hiking or cycling from home, in the landscapes of the Gâtine Poitevine: Thouet valley , Cébron lake for the closest. The Cébron lake, 5 minutes by car, is a Natural Area famous for ornithology. The house is located on the bike paths of the "Vélofrancette" and 5 minutes on foot from the long hiking trail "GR36". Futuroscope, Puy du Fou, Marais Poitevin, Chateaux de la Loire, Atlantic Ocean are accessible by car in around 1 hour/1 and a half. The house includes - 2 bedrooms (2 double bed ans 1 single bed), 1 living room (3 additionnal sleeping : a sofa bed and a bench), 1 kitchen, 1 bathroom, 1 WC and 1 laundry (washing machine) The house has an independent enclosed courtyard. A barbecue is available. It is also possible to have access to a small pond to fish or simply picnic at the water's edge.

Ô Trois Oliviers is a comfortable house that was once the hay barn of the neighboring farm. A few years ago it underwent a major renovation to a high standard and the current owners (Graeme and Alison) continue to add to its charm. The garden has three olive trees which were planted by the original owners, Michel and Jocelyne, and we have named each of the rooms after a well-known French olive variety. Graeme and Alison have travelled extensively for their work for many years and their experience of hotels and B&B's has formed the basis for the renovation of the three rooms. They all have en-suite showers and are well furnished, with charging points for the many electrical appliances we all carry these days. The bedside lamps even have a USB plug.

Traditional restaurant in a beautiful village.

Old detached house completely renovated located in a quiet and green environment. Lounge/dining room, fully equipped kitchen, shower room, separate toilet. 3 attic bedrooms upstairs. Enclosed garden with trees and barbecue, garden furniture. At 2.5 km from the village of Gourgé (shops, restaurant). At Parthenay (14 km), all shops, medieval town, festivals. 3 golf courses nearby (30/35 km). Lake of Cébron (8 km) ornithological reserve, fishing, swimming pool. Ideally situated to discover the Futuroscope, the Marais Poitevin or the Puy du Fou.

Departing from Saint-Loup-Lamairé, enjoy a canoe, pedalo or rosalie trip in complete freedom and safety to appreciate the charm and tranquility of the Gâtine from a unique vantage point on the Thouet, a secret and mysterious river in an exceptional setting. A unique opportunity to share a truly relaxing moment with friends or family, and to learn about the rich history of this valley. Rentals available on Saturday and Sunday afternoons in June, and from Tuesday to Sunday in July and August.

In the heart of a village classified as a "Petite Cité de Caractère", we will have the pleasure of welcoming you in a historic setting in a house dating from the 16th century and classified by the Monuments de France. Our cuisine is made with fresh and quality products, subtle and full of flavors, served with the best wines. Recipes prepared with passion, declined in different menus. Relax in one of our rooms or on our shaded terrace overlooking a garden. Our establishment has 7 rooms all equipped with WC and bathroom. We offer: 5 double rooms, 2 family rooms that can accommodate 4 to 5 people, 1 family apartment with a living room and 2 bedrooms.

A gem of French architecture and a high point in the history of Poitou, the Château de Saint-Loup, with its gardens, is a first-rate historical complex. Near Futuroscope, Puy du Fou, Loire Valley castles and Marais Poitevin.

At the gates of Parthenay, in a bocage landscape, isolated in the middle of nature, on a 10 hectare estate with animals, horses, sheep ... a refined and comfortable stopover at the Relais de la Chouannerie. Futuroscope, Marais Poitevin and Puy du Fou at 1 hour. Heated swimming pool. The 4 carefully decorated bedrooms with private shower room and toilet are located on the first floor of the manor house. Private lounge-library on mezzanine. Gourmet breakfasts under the veranda. Beauty centre on site. 1 km away, the green way, 30 km hiking trail. Tennis court on site. Table d'hôtes on reservation.

This former parish church, now disused in favour of a new church, seems to date for the most part from the 13th century (broken arches of the portals). Devastated during the Wars of Religion, the church was covered with a frame at the end of the 16th and beginning of the 17th century. The painted decoration is difficult to date. Tombstones date from the 17th-18th centuries. The building was sold in 1875 by the town council.

The pond of La Barre extends over 11 hectares, in an exceptional setting dating back to the Templars. You can fish here all year round for carp, pike, roach and tench, exclusively in NO KILL. You will come to La Barre for the calm, the magnificent landscape and tonic fish, in good health, in an almost wild state.

The Domaine de La Barre, a place nourishing beautiful energies, restful and rural, is ideal for couples and families to recharge their batteries and find well-being and relaxation to strengthen their bonds On this site with a history dating back to the Templars, spend a sporty or relaxing moment on the edge of a vast pond in the calm and nature, and walk in the heart of a 56 ha agricultural area managed in organic farming. In a few minutes on foot or by bike, you can follow the GR36, the path of Compostelle, and the Vélofrancette. Our 11 lodgings from 2 to 7 rooms are spacious and without opposite, in the heart of a park of 3 hectares. Our services: heated indoor and outdoor swimming pool with slide, mini-golf, picnic by the private pond, petanque court, BBQ, outdoor and indoor games. Room and yurt rental for large families or groups.

With its moats, canon holes, wooden gallery hourds and drawbridge (in working order), this 14th century castle provides a true picture of life in the Middle Ages.

Greenhouses for the cultivation of peppers and peppers; sale of fresh fruit and by-products, delicatessen, spices of the world, original jams. Shop on the site. Tasting workshops, experimental tour of the greenhouse, children's workshops and mini menagerie.

Playground, walks, orientation course, picnic tables, swimming pool (the reception of the pool is located towards the campsite, not on the lake where swimming is forbidden), sailing activities, it is a leisure site with varied activities. Created in the 80's for the drinking water resource, the site is part of the network of sites designated as Sensitive Natural Spaces. This policy of the department works in favor of biodiversity, while opening to the public. One area is open all year round for walking with a picnic table and a petanque court, while a second area is open from June 1st to the last Sunday in January for fishing and hiking.

Located in the heart of the Gâtine region, a stone's throw from Parthenay in the Deux-Sèvres, La Berthonnière has been cultivating a passion for generations: working with nature to produce tasty fruits and vegetables for the general public and the wholesale trade. The family farm, developed since 1930, has been able to expand its domain over the years with a sensitivity for direct sales to the store as well as the picking of fruit and more recently vegetables thanks to the arrival of two market gardeners.

In limit with the commune of Châtillon-su-Thouet, the bridge of Sunay spans the Cébron. This medieval bridge is one of the oldest in the canton of Parthenay. Currently in the middle of meadows, it was located on the former main road from Parthenay to Bressuire. On the other side of the pond, another medieval bridge is located in the commune of Châtillon.

Close to the Notre Dame de l'Arceau chapel in Maisontiers, settle down for a picnic in peace and quiet. Go back down into the village to discover the castle of Maisontiers, which will be open for outdoor visits from August 1st to September 14th, 2019 from 10am to 12pm and from 2:30pm to 6:30pm every day and for the Heritage Days which will take place on September 21st and 22nd, at the same hours (free visit).

The château dates from the late 15th and early 16th centuries, and is surrounded by a wall and moat. A private site, it is possible to visit the exteriors freely during the summer season. Free admission. In 2024, outdoor tours are available from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., from August 1 to September 13, and for the European Heritage Days on September 21 and 22.

Our gourmet relay is open to all truckers and those who like generous dishes and a friendly atmosphere. Come and discover our dishes and reserve your table!

A pleasant and warm welcome. Delicious and generous pizzas; the desserts just as much...... nice evening in perspective for the good living.

Traditional restaurant in a beautiful village.

Alexandre Gauthier and his team reopened the restaurant in Amailloux. "Calf's head every Friday In his restaurant with a capacity of sixty covers, no gastronomy, but a traditional family cooking based on fresh and local products. Lunchtime service.

Food truck serving Creole specialties from Reunion Island. Possibility to order. Reservation for big events (birthdays, parties...) Thursday, Friday and Sunday in Châtillon. Friday in Thénezay.

Traditional cuisine, with daily specials, on site or to take away. Three spacious guest rooms on site.

The Pizzeria l'Expresso is located in the main street, with its picturesque half-timbered houses, of the "little town of character" of Saint-Loup-Lamairé. On the spot and to take away.

Rotisserie and homemade family cooking with local products, to take away only. This sign offers a tasting space. The owner's paintings are displayed on the walls. The plates are colorful and greedy, prepared with seasonal products, according to the market. Remember to reserve the day before for the rotisserie. Every Sunday, a specific dish is proposed.

Cooking made with fresh and quality products, subtle and full-flavoured, served with the best wines. Recipes prepared with passion, declined in different menus. Relax in one of our rooms and on our shaded terrace overlooking the garden. We will have the pleasure to welcome you in a historic setting in a house dating from the 16th century and classified by the Monuments de France.

Traditional restaurant. Warm and friendly welcome and dishes. Various theme evenings.

The Domaine de La Barre

Imposing 14th century castle surrounded by a moat with a working drawbridge, loopholes, parapet walk, granite fireplaces, and situated in a quiet and rustic park with lots of charm. The magnificent rooms are arranged in accordance with their medieval setting. Access is via a spiral staircase. 5 majestic and spacious bedrooms (100 m2), with private bathroom or shower and wc: Seigneuriale room - double canopy bed and tapestry; Chevalier room - partitioned double bed and heraldic decorations; Sentinel room - large double canopy bed, kitchenette and spectacular views. Vaulted room (former guard room). Watchtower and Chatelaine Room.

Nice house in a small and peaceful village. Many opportunities for hiking or cycling from home, in the landscapes of the Gâtine Poitevine: Thouet valley , Cébron lake for the closest. The Cébron lake, 5 minutes by car, is a Natural Area famous for ornithology. The house is located on the bike paths of the "Vélofrancette" and 5 minutes on foot from the long hiking trail "GR36". Futuroscope, Puy du Fou, Marais Poitevin, Chateaux de la Loire, Atlantic Ocean are accessible by car in around 1 hour/1 and a half. The house includes - 2 bedrooms (2 double bed ans 1 single bed), 1 living room (3 additionnal sleeping : a sofa bed and a bench), 1 kitchen, 1 bathroom, 1 WC and 1 laundry (washing machine) The house has an independent enclosed courtyard. A barbecue is available. It is also possible to have access to a small pond to fish or simply picnic at the water's edge.

Ô Trois Oliviers is a comfortable house that was once the hay barn of the neighboring farm. A few years ago it underwent a major renovation to a high standard and the current owners (Graeme and Alison) continue to add to its charm. The garden has three olive trees which were planted by the original owners, Michel and Jocelyne, and we have named each of the rooms after a well-known French olive variety. Graeme and Alison have travelled extensively for their work for many years and their experience of hotels and B&B's has formed the basis for the renovation of the three rooms. They all have en-suite showers and are well furnished, with charging points for the many electrical appliances we all carry these days. The bedside lamps even have a USB plug.

5 bedroom house with enclosed garden, located 5 minutes from Parthenay, on the town of Viennay (along the axis Parthenay / Thouars) about 1 hour from the Puy du Fou, the Futuroscope and the Marais Poitevin. 4 rooms offer a double bed and 1 room offers bunk beds. You will also find 3 bathrooms, 1 kitchen (with oven, microwave, coffee maker, kettle, dishwasher) and 1 living room with TV and wi-fi. In the garden, garden furniture, a football pitch and a gas hob are at your disposal.

Naughty gite for a couple who wants to get together for a romantic night.

Arnaud and Caroline welcome you to their recently renovated gîte in a peaceful setting. The establishment comprises a ground-floor house and a private enclosed garden (45m²) overlooking a large green field. Facilities : - living/dining room: television, fireplace (optional purchase of wood available on site), - kitchen: dishwasher, coffee maker, kettle, toaster, oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and hob, - private bathroom with two basins, shower and bath (hairdryer and straightener on site), and separate toilet - 3 bedrooms (2 beds 160cm / 2 beds 90cm / 1 bunk bed 2x90cm and a 140cm "clic clac" on the upper landing separated by a folding screen - private parking on site Sheets and towels can be rented for 2 nights or more Pets not allowed

The natural camping area on the shores of Lac du Cébron is ideal for a nature break. In addition to the 15 free pitches, 5 cabins offer comfortable overnight accommodation and a common room for preparing meals. The campsite is open from May to September. Access to the Lac du Cébron swimming pool is free for campers during the summer school vacations.