Sports and leisure activities Vienne

Take the plunge with ZérOGravity! At the gates of Futuroscope, experience the thrill of indoor freefall in this large wind tunnel. Carefully supervised by a qualified instructor, once you've been kitted out for the flight and listened to the all-important briefing, you enter the large glass tunnel. You discover new sensations. The intense experience lasts just a few minutes. All you want to do is do it again! After the effort, the comfort of the bar with its breathtaking view of the aerial ballet. An unforgettable moment to enjoy with family and friends!

Accessible to all from 12 years old, the electric scooters of Trott'in Poitou are to be found in two privileged natural settings: the woods of Vouneuil-sous-Biard and the lake of Saint-Cyr. Rent your scooter for one or more hours, put on the backpack containing the battery and go on an adventure, experiencing new sensations. On your own or following the itineraries recommended by the team (6 circuits and 3 levels of difficulty), you will ride along paths and hills with ease thanks to fat tires in 20 or 24 inches.

A bit difficult to access, the Bois des Feuillants is worth it. And when you finally get there, all you have to do is put on your harness and the adventure begins. The course starts with a small initiation to the system of hanging via carabiners. Then it's off to the Tarzan jump, the Hawaiian net, the giant hammock, a little tightrope walking and a test of your balance! You will be able to try out a total of seven courses (including two for children) and the Adrenaline pack with a paintball session in addition to the acrobranche.

Do you dream of sled dog racing, of adventure, of life in the Far North? With Kolyma, bring out the trapper in you. At the Brion Nordic environment base, volunteers from the Kolyma association will show you, with passion, the daily life of these men and their dogs. From spring to autumn, come and try out the different types of dog teams: cani-rando, mountain biking and multi-dog karting. Through various workshops, you can also share in the life and customs of the trappers.

This is a magnificent course, as much for its scenery as for its sporting qualities. The 18-hole course, a par 73 measuring 6,549 meters in length, or the 9-hole course, a par 31 measuring 1,800 meters in length, with its Pitch & Putt course, advanced tee boxes, approach greens, putting greens and driving range, are ideal for experienced golfers. These courses feature both flat areas with water hazards and wooded sections. After your round, why not take advantage of the bar to reminisce about all those great shots.

The roof: Poitiers' spot for families and climbers. This "Maison de l'escalade", with its excellent restaurant, is a must in Poitiers. In this beautifully renovated former hangar, bouldering (max. height: 4.5 m) is available from the age of 2. You don't have to be an expert, and you don't have to work in pairs. The hall offers 6 levels of difficulty over 70 linear metres. There's even a climbing area reserved for little ones: ideal! After the effort, the comfort. Rendezvous in the bar-restaurant area. We love the sport, the relaxed atmosphere and the good food.

How cuddly the donkeys of La Belle Anée are! After having shown you how to place the pack-saddle on the back of the animal to carry the famous donkey (your bag, your picnic and your tired little legs), Estelle will show you the route to follow to walk with your donkey on the surrounding paths, for an afternoon, a day or a few days. In the evening, choose between the campsites and gites selected by Estelle. Your companion will sleep under the stars in a prepared enclosure. A privileged moment to share with your family!

It is the largest park of adventure in the vienna woods. It is a matter of passing from tree to tree, hang by straps. The 130 games that are offered to you indicate the programme: Tarzan jump, fillet of pirates, Nepalese bridge or surfing... Patients at vertigo should stay away. However, you can also choose the courses at night, with a light head. But we are not sure not to see your feet reassures you more than...

10 minutes from the Futuroscope, it is the largest lake in the department! It's the ideal place to spend the summer in the cool of the water! Swimming is pleasant, supervised, and the Aquazone, an inflatable course on water, will make you spend pleasant moments of freshness, relaxation and fun. The slides and the play structures will make the children happy. And why not go around the lake on foot, by bike or by pedal boat? You can eat at the Bistro de la Plage, have a pizza to go or an ice cream after the effort.

To discover the region from above! It is possible to fly over Saumur and the castles of the Loire Valley in a hot air balloon. You will be amazed by the beauty of the landscapes. Fly over the Poitevin marshes, the Green Venice, the Haut-Poitou from Mirebeau, the countryside, the forests and the castles and also in the square between Royan, Saintes, La Rochelle, Fouras and the Oléron island. You will be impressed by the immensity of the Atlantic Ocean and the beauty of the coastline. And at the speed of the balloon!

It's up to you to brave the Valley of Legends in the trees, from the top of the zip lines, almost 15 metres high! Brand new in Ligugé, this park offers a hundred games spread over nine courses. If you hear a huge scream, don't be afraid, it might be the friends of the Little Wise Man who are testing the Tarzan jump. Nothing serious, just a real moment of happiness and adrenaline in the middle of nature. Toddler, yellow, green and blue courses are designed so that you can have fun with your children. Clic-It system lanyards, a continuous lifeline system, are available for them. Back to childhood guaranteed!

Six different courses, 10 km to 18 kilometres long, allow the entire country to survey. Some routes cross the communal area of Givray - 150 hectares of which 110 are wooded - bathed in the east by the Boivre.

Station Sports Nature is the perfect place for a day out with family and friends in summer. Just imagine! You're at the foot of the medieval city, on the edge of the Grand Parc forest, but also on the banks of the Vonne river. It's an exceptional natural setting for relaxation and leisure activities such as swimming, fishing, mini-golf, pétanque, volleyball, table tennis, children's games, cycling, hiking or canoeing. In addition to picnic tables, a snack bar is available.

Children aged 4 to 11 and their parents can come here for a breath of fresh air on a pony. During the school vacations, they can come every day and choose between a ride in a horse-drawn carriage or on the back of one of the eleven ponies of the equestrian club to discover the woods of Saint-Pierre on their valiant steed. No reservations are necessary, and you can sign up on the spot on the day. Rides depart every half-hour.

A vast circuit of karting to take yourself for Prost or Senna... There are some of all sizes, helmets are provided, one does not have more than to accelerate to beat speed records. The reception is friendly, you can drive as well for half an hour as for one hour. Ask for the group rates, from ten people and open all year long, every day, enough to come back very often. Sensations and safety guaranteed on the indoor/outdoor circuits thanks to the supervision and advice of qualified instructors.

Once you arrive at the parking lot, at the level of the water tower, walk down into the valley, between the river Auxance and the cliffs of about 20 meters. The place is perfect for hiking, fishing, mountain biking and... climbing! A hundred of fully equipped routes are available, from 3b to 8a. Do not hesitate to explore the different sectors to find your happiness. The access on foot is easy and will suit the whole family, even the youngest.

Since 1977, the Rabouan family has been sharing its passion for horseback riding with everyone, even the very youngest, from the age of one. The infrastructures are amazing (two covered riding arenas, three careers, two initiation rounds, a natural cross-country course) and the activities are varied (rides in the heart of the forest, dressage, obstacles, pony-games). Natural horseback riding is the main focus. Two gîtes and dormitories are available with home-made organic and local meals.

The Spéléo Club Châtelleraudais is a caving club located in Châtellerault, in the Vienne department. The club welcomes both members and the general public, and offers activities for all levels, supervised by qualified professionals from the École Française de Spéléologie. Club members explore natural and artificial caves, practice rope progression, carry out scientific activities and participate in the protection of the underground environment. The club also organizes introductory caving courses.

If this trip is aimed primarily at ATV enthusiasts, it is also open to fans for a pleasant circuit accessible to all. And good news, you will be entitled to a welcome coffee, a refuelling and a drink.

Rates: between 3 and 5,50 € per person.

Distance: 9 km.

Departure: Course Stage - Route Route. Departure from am to pm.

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This is a very nice 8 kilometer hike in the undergrowth, with beautiful views of the Clain and Envigne valleys along the trails. All in all, a very pleasant walk for which you will be happy to have put on your sneakers! All you have to do is register early at Place Manderen for this refreshing walk. This hike is also available for mountain bikes and Gravel, with extra markers of course!