On one side, the castles of the Loire, on the other, the Marais poitevin: the Vienne is well surrounded! The natural sites but also the heritage and the gentle way of life of Poitiers, the capital, are enough to keep you in a stopover. The tourist highlight of this destination is undoubtedly the Futuroscope, a leisure park with a theme of technology, science and anticipation where you can learn by playing. Among the other possibilities: indulge yourself at the Spa de La Roche-Posay, discover the Cité de l'écrit et des métiers du livre in the medieval district of Montmorillon, follow in the footsteps (parietal sculptures) of our ancestors in the Roc-aux-Sorciers sub-rock shelter, occupied 15,000 years ago, near Angles-sur-l'Anglin, one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France. Another testimony of ancient times, Chauvigny and its collegiate church Saint-Pierre, a jewel of Romanesque art, will leave you with unforgettable memories. Lovers of animal parks will go from the Valley of the Monkeys to the Planet of Crocodiles, including the Giants of the Sky (birds of prey) and the 10 Aquariums of the Washhouse.
As for the producers and chefs of the Vienne, they delight you with some traditional recipes, including stuffed Poitou, and local products. The sweet beaks will draw from chocolates, honeys, biscuits and discover the local speciality of the crushed Poitou, a cake that is broken with a punch in its centre. Vienne is home to several microbreweries and 2 vineyards with a PDO (Haut-Poitou and Saumur) to discover by taking the Wine Route.When to go to Vienna? July is the hottest month and January is the coldest month. Rain is frequent but you can visit the architectural heritage, animal parks and of course the Futuroscope all year round, which you will appreciate even better outside the peak tourist season (summer). The Christmas market with its small chalets on the main square of the town hall and the illuminations of Poitiers add to the magic of the end of year celebrations. The gourmet animations too. For water sports, sailing, canoeing and swimming, you have the choice of spots, but to enjoy them, the season runs from mid-June to early September. Fishermen only need to find out when the fishery is open to enjoy a destination rich in first-class fish, rivers and water points, and fishing routes.
Near the Atlantic Ocean, Vienne enjoys a climate with a strong oceanic dominance, generally cool in summer and mild in winter, with an annual average temperature of 11.4°C. The cumulative rainfall ranges from 600 to 850 mm from the north or south of the department. The sun shines on average 80 days a year. It is not him you will come to look for in the Vienne.
On 09/18/2021 and 09/19/2021 : The restoration of this Périgourdin castle began 40 years ago. It has been rebuilt and refurnished over the years.40 years later, and perhaps ...
On 09/18/2021 and 09/19/2021 : Dominating a hill, the castle of Beauvais is bordered by 2 large round towers with round paths. This monument is listed in the supplementary ...
When to go to Vienna? July is the hottest month and January is the coldest month. Rain is frequent but you can visit...
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Near the Atlantic Ocean, Vienne enjoys a climate with a strong oceanic dominance, generally cool in summer and mild i...
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Throughout the summer in the Vienne department, the Farmers' Markets are held in various communes for a moment around good local products. The highlights start at the end of the afternoon. 27 markets are organized by the Chamber of Agriculture of the Vienne this year, and new, the markets are open to a larger number of producers, all sharing the same values as the producers Bienvenue à la Ferme, guarantee of quality for visitors. The ...
For families and groups of friends who want to go away for a weekend or several days to relax and have a good time, there's nothing like a getaway with Center Parcs. After settling into a cottage in a natural environment, you have access to a multitude of activities on site: water games and sports, archery, bike rides, cooking workshops and other contacts with animals. In addition, you can take advantage of the opportunity to discover all ...
For an unforgettable night out that is out of the ordinary, Petit Futé has concocted a selection of the most amazing accommodations! Indeed, some of the establishments have no lack of imagination to offer their guests experiences that are out of the ordinary when it's time for bed. Hanging in the air or in an exceptional building, there is something for everyone. And for those who wish to wake up with a view of nature's most incredible ...
From the beginning of July, flights will resume between Poitiers-Biard airport and Ajaccio-Napoléon Bonaparte airport. This is an opportunity to take a closer look at these two destinations, which hold pleasant surprises for visitors. Historic cities, bewitching nature or good local products, here is a match between two French entities which, although different, deserve to be looked at. Immediate boarding! Urban getaway and plunge into the ...
