Where to practice an individual sport Poitou-Charentes

Crossing the viaduct, you'll have no trouble reaching Château d'Oléron. If the commune is famous for its cabanes, you can also enjoy the minigolf course, which was renovated last summer. Rest assured, it has retained all its period charm! Ideally located in the heart of the village, just a stone's throw from the tourist office, it's a popular spot for lovers of the little round ball. Prices are affordable, and even free for children under 5. Club and ball in hand, you can enjoy a shady game in the shade of tall trees during the summer.

Located to the north of the town of Bressuire, this 18-hole course takes advantage of its surroundings to create a veritable green lung. Less than a kilometer from the town center, Yves Bureau designed each hole. The result is a demanding, technical and physical course. This 5,828 m Par 72 undulating course, with its many natural traps, is a pleasant and interesting course for beginners and more experienced players alike. In either case, scoring will be no easy task.

Only the weekend for 2 h to discover Mouthiers through the paths. Capacity four people contact Nicolas Rainard passionate by the coupling for any information.

You can leave your horse at the equestrian center and a stable, so that you can get it and eat it, and of course care. A much less classical activity of this institution is livestock: They give you a domesticated horse and used to the methods of human confrontation. This profession is their passion and you will see that it is synonymous with professionalism. They are listening to and care for your horse. Many activities proposed in a friendly team.

In summer, Chatelaillon's main attraction is its long, sandy beach, where you can set up your towel next to a totem pole and enjoy a swim. But when the tide is out or the skies darken, you can head for the public garden, where you'll find a mini-golf course. This is a popular spot for families, who are delighted to have a good time. The course has the advantage of being shaded and open until 10pm in summer. Prices are affordable, so everyone can enjoy a few rounds.

Armed with a fishing rod, feet on the water, you are ready! You will thus be initiated to this original method of fishing to launch in the waves, a little common way of enjoying your stay in Châtelaillon! With an approved instructor guide, you will learn the names of the fish, assemble your equipment, launch, put yourself in a fishing situation, etc. Notice to for: fishing equipment is provided. Provide boots, hats, small snacks, water and cameras.

Don't head for Paris, but rather for the seaside resort of Saint-Georges-de-Didonne. Less than 5 minutes from the Suzac cove, this mini-golf course is a favorite with friends and family alike. The pleasant setting, shaded by pine trees and sheltered from the wind, is ideal for a spirited game of golf! After a good time, it's off to the restaurant. Founded 50 years ago, it's a veritable institution! Don't expect to find elaborate dishes, but rather an original concept.

This golf course benefits from a unique environment, facing the island of Ré and the bay of Aiguillon. The amateurs of the small white ball have a course of 18 holes, one of 9 holes and a compact of 6 holes as well as the hiring of material. The course is very well maintained and the staff is friendly, making you want to enroll your children in the golf school from 6 years old. After the sport, the comfort. The restaurant, open to all at lunchtime, offers seasonal bistro-style cuisine: salads, burgers, tartar...

Rainy days, when the body used to moving demands its exercise dose, or just enjoy the holidays to get there… a small sports session in the room, nothing like this to energize! .., uva, uva, uva, uva, uva and.

Because on holiday, you can enjoy it to look after his downside... in one of the most beautiful sites in clay France that overlooks the sea and the estuary! 14 cours Clay including 3 of 5 seats, greens set, a terrace overlooking the sea and the beach below the courts to refresh after 5 wild sets.

This easily accessible gym is located in the commercial area of Lagord. The large car park makes parking easy and the opening hours - particularly wide - allow you to come and train at the time of your choice. The proximity to the shopping centre and cultural area is a real advantage. The 800 m² fitness room has all the equipment you need to stay in shape. Once you have registered, you will be given a magnetic card allowing you to train from 6am. Clever, courses are given by teachers and another larger room is located in the commercial area of Angoulins.

Numerous sporting activities at the Cherveux lake. Wood Wakepark rents out paddles and houses THE waterski lift of the 79. Beginners and experts alike can wakeboard from the pontoon, pulled by a cable.

Take to the heights with the accrobranche courses at Accros de Cherveux. Extra the 180 m zip line or those that fly over the lake!

Another choice: a laser game in the middle of the forest on a 2,000 m² plot, accessible from age 7.

Two hiking loops of about 3 hours and a mountain bike circuit of 27 to 33 km, all three marked. Departures from the Monacalis hall. You will explore the remains of the opulent vineyards of yesteryear, devastated by phylloxera at the end of the 19th century: remaining plots of land, old canteens, where the winegrowers used to eat and store their tools, and a windmill. The itinerary "In the footsteps of the Négrette" leads you to this rare grape variety, to a plantation of truffle oaks and to a superb panorama of the Courance valley, with Niort in the background.

Several circuits to be done on foot, by bike or on horseback of at least 10 km are proposed between the communes of Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud (departures at the place de la Mairie) and Arçais via Damvix (in Vendée). You will discover the wild marsh by exploring its conches and its small heritage, including the charming little port of Montfaucon. Poplar groves and wild plants (meadowsweet, comfrey, valerian, iris), decorate the walks.

Located around the viaduct, on both banks of the Vienne river, Parc de l'Envol welcomes you. On the six progressively more challenging tree-climbing courses, you can move through the trees thanks to over 75 workshops: footbridges, nets, lianas, ladders... Then soar over the Vienne River on two giant zip lines, 202 and 505 metres long (the two longest in the département!). Thrills guaranteed! If you want to do the whole site, you'll need to allow for 3 hours of activity. Electric scooters are also available for hire.

Walk through the history of Cerize, which begins in the Neolithic period. You start at the castle of La Roche (3 ears of corn gite), its superb park and its pond. You will then discover the architectural and natural heritage of the surroundings: Saint-Pierre church and its tympanums decorated with ceramics (19th century); Saint-Père washhouse; Puy Genest and the Queen of the Meadows trail, a wetland ecosystem; Le Plessis, an ancient fortified village (9th century), the Celtic educational trail, Les Bourrelières and an observation platform. You will end up at the pretty Vannelière pond (fishing allowed).

You will tour Tourtenay and its surroundings in search of beautiful views of the vineyards. Among the historical sites you will cross: the church of Tourtenay, founded by the evangelizing monk Fort, from Saint-Jouin-de-Marnes; the hamlet of Le Moulin, famous for its resistance acts in 1941 - 16 radio transmitters were parachuted there; the Petit-Puy and the church of Saint-Martin, built on the edge of an old Compostela path at 110 m altitude.

You will explore the different historical districts of Parthenay starting from the castle (13th century), the central monument of the district called the Citadel. You will discover the Chemin du Rosaire, and its pretty eponymous chapel, which links the suburbs of Saint-Paul, the tanners' quarter, on the banks of the Thouet, and Saint-Jacques. The view is amazing! You cross the Prée, admire the remains of the ramparts, including the Trilobate tower, an original specimen both for its considerable dimensions (27x28 m) and its cloverleaf shape. You end up at the Saint-Jacques gate.

You walk around the Soleil-Levant lake and the Touche-Poupard dam along a steep path laid out in a bed of old schist and milky quartz. Fauna and flora are astonishing here: as you reach the vanished village of La Folie, and follow the GR 364, you will observe the great crested grebe, come across luxuriant vegetation in spring, columbines, stellar and wood hyacinths. It will be possible to take a break at the hikers' stop.

The suzerain castle of Cherveux is surrounded by vassal residences of beautiful allure. You will discover them all along this loop: the Seneuil dwelling, the Carte castle, the Roche-Cantin estate, the Valière fortress or the Francs dwelling, built around the 15th century. The route is punctuated by many other curiosities, beyond the romantic panorama, hundred-year-old chestnut trees, the Ramées path (former route of the Compostelle pilgrims), the Plan pump (1880) and the Cherveux sundial (1836). The walk is enchanting!

Lovers of bicycle touring will be delighted with this proposal! You will escape to the Airvaudais in search of its architectural heritage and panoramas. The loop includes 9 stops including Borcq-sur-Airvault, Marnes, Saint-Jouin-de-Marnes and its grandiose 11th century abbey church, Saint-Généroux. You will alternate atmospheres and landscapes: valleys of the Thouet, the Dive, the Cendronne, plains or the fabulous Soulièvres meadow, with its hundred-year-old cedars...

This trail, which starts at the Guesnes pond, takes you through the Scévolles forest. Discover the Fondoire hunting lodge, evidence of ^19th-century hunting with hounds, or the little Acadian hut. You'll come close to the cavities of the old Chanteloup quarries. Pass the Beaumont estate, La Briande and the washhouse. Follow part of the Ligne Verte, the old railroad line between Loudun and Châtellerault, then return through the forest.

You want to offer an original gift or live an extraordinary experience? A bungee jump from the viaduct of L'Isle-Jourdain is the assurance of an adrenaline rush in a unique adventure, supervised by a professional team on an exceptional site overlooking the Vienne. The setting is magnificent, the team is very friendly and makes you feel confident. Tied up by your feet, you will only have to count 1 - 2 - 3 and jump! Thrills and memories guaranteed!

A pleasant walk along the Boutonne valley, where you will discover here and there, alongside the hedges, mills, wash houses, abandoned arms and reaches. You walk in search of various curiosities: the Bassée aux chats, legendary meeting place of these males on Mardi Gras, the roadman's shelter (1840), the path of the Romans, ancient Roman road which linked Saintes to Poitiers. Be careful when crossing the D950. This loop joins the GR 655 pilgrimage route.

The golf course lies at the heart of the 120-hectare Domaine de Roiffé. Created in 1985 by French architect Hubert Chesneau, this 18-hole golf course offers a simple, diversified layout over 60 hectares of partly wooded, undulating terrain. It's a pleasant course that winds its way between the Fontevraud forest, the estate's pond and ^19th-century tufa mansions. And for a first approach, with the "Golf en famille" experience, you can enjoy a one-hour initiation.

Valérie invites you to discover the Poitou region, its history, its rolling green landscapes and its culinary specialties, on customized rides and weekends. Here, whatever your level or age, she'll organize an adapted ride or horseback excursion for you, always combining good humor with safety imperatives. Passing riders can enjoy a 1, 2 or even 3-hour ride, a half-day or even a picnic day. Tours, guided visits and horse-drawn carriage events are also available.

The largest accrobranche park in 79 welcomed 17,700 climbers in 2023! Your playground: 4 ha of forest studded with hundred-year-old oaks, 16 courses from 1 to 16 m high (including 1 dedicated to the little ones), 21 zip lines including the 210 m mega... And also: 154 games, free nature trail, treasure hunt (via your smartphone), laser game, mini golf, hanging nets. Picnic and snack areas. A la carte program or pass including, in addition to the course, 1 or 2 activities.

In the heart of the Domaine de Roiffé, the Haras des Ouches equestrian center offers equestrian tourism, rides, but also courses and training. On the domain or in the middle of nature, it is possible to ride a pony or a horse for 30 minutes in autonomy or one to two hours with a guide. From 18 months onwards, even the youngest children can discover the pony. A ride in a carriage, for up to 8 people, is also possible. More unusual, you can ride a dromedary or camel for a baptism, a unique experience.

How about discovering the Marais, lulled by the footsteps of horses? Managed by the Equi'Sèvres association, La Maison du Cheval specializes in carriage driving and offers 1-hour carriage rides guided by a gamekeeper who will answer all your questions. In addition to all the annual activities of an equestrian center (lessons, competitions), La Maison du Cheval offers 1-hour horse or pony rides for all levels, all year round. It's also possible to enjoy 2 hours of introductory or advanced riding lessons in the riding school.

Nature lovers, the "Guigno" is made for you. Where the Gartempe river meanders and beautiful limestone walls rise, you can enjoy climbing, mountain biking, fishing, but also take a walk with your family. The first routes were opened in the 1960s. With its 35 meters height and its 141 equipped routes, there is something for everyone: experienced climbers (up to 8b) to beginners. The sun shines on the cliffs in the morning, but they are in the shade in the afternoon.

A passionate rider, Elizabeth Naffrechoux is keen to share her love of horses with everyone, especially families. She offers rides for children aged 18 months and over, and for adults, beginners and advanced alike. During the summer, many activities are available: pony days, family rides in the countryside or woods, sunset rides, family Sundays (equi-fun course, orienteering race), riding lessons... We're sure you'll love it!

It's a world of its own that you'll discover here, starting almost crawling and continuing upright. In this subterranean world, as you wander through the galleries and majestic chambers, you'll discover its incredible river, its history and a few pitfalls, depending on your level. You'll need to be accompanied by a local caving club if you're not an FFS member: the route varies in length (from 1 km) and, for the more adventurous, includes a 30 m abseil in total darkness. Looking for thrills and adventure? Go for it!

A lake dedicated to fishing created by the local association in the 1990s. It is now located near the aquatic centre of Lezay and the campsite. Equipped with a refreshment bar. Tickets (from half a day to the whole season) can be bought on the spot or at the DIY store on the Place du Champ-de-Foire. There are many fishing spots in the canton. Notice to river lovers: also go to La Dive. To find out more about fishing in Deux-Sèvres, visit the website of the departmental federation www.peche-en-deux-sevres.com

Ménigoute, nestled in a well-preserved natural setting, has two outdoor itineraries: you can download the routes on the town's website, under the headings Discover/Tourist Heritage). The 25.2 km mountain bike loop takes you through Fomperron and its fountains, Bois-Pouvreau and the centre of Ménigoute. The 4.5 km long walk (about 2 hours, marked in blue) will make you appreciate the calm, the scenery, the fauna and flora of Gâtine.

The ponds of Saint-Martin are perfect for a bucolic break. For a stroll, you can go around and at the same time take advantage of the playful course "The little world of Isis and Hétaïre, Poitou stallions". Moreover, two stallions, Venus and Olivia, will be delighted if you offer them some caresses (but especially not food). With tables or in the shade of the trees, the site is ideal for a picnic. From March to September, the pond is also popular with fishermen (several trout releases from March to May).

A very nice walk with the rhythm of the horses and the local heritage, 18th century dovecotes, dwellings, family cemeteries. Starting from the Roman bridge at the confluence of the Chambon and Ligueure rivers, you will pass through the typical villages of Puy Belin or Chamiers, Paunay, Saivres, where you will see the castles of Isabeau de Verrières (her recumbent statue is in the church) and Herbaudière (privately owned), and Augé and its Renaissance houses. You will also pass by the arboretum of Azay-le-Brûlé.

Since the 15th century, a terrifying monster has been living inside the royal abbey. Don't be fooled by its repulsive appearance, because behind this ferocity lies a prince charming: help it regain its human form. "The Beast seeks his Beauty" is the Tèrra Aventura geocaching trail in Celles-sur-Belle. A series of riddles will lead you to the famous cache and its mystery word: to play with your family, download the smartphone application!

You can stroll along the 4 wash houses of Saint-Georges-de-Rex, starting with the one of the Panification (behind the church of Saint-Georges, in the eponymous street), with its polygonal open-air basin. Its washerwomen's sidewalk is topped by a traditional market garden roof (poplar rafters, reed roof and canal tiles). The Reverend, Grande-Fontaine and Richebert laundries follow. Rectangular in shape and fed by a stream, it is accompanied by a small hold, built to allow cattle to drink.

This 1.5 km hiking trail leads through the heart of nature to the sacred mound dedicated to Jupiter. Celts, Romans, a basilisk - this mysterious site is full of legends. Discovery panels mark out this walk. This bucolic stroll reveals the richness of the local flora and fauna. Along the way, take note of the fountain and its wash-house, the stream, the old truffle-farm, the enigmatic sandstones, the panoramic terraces...

You walk through the land of the Clochard apple. You will discover the town of Champdeniers, cross the Egray valley, a tributary of the Sèvre, then enter the Arpentérault wood (private, in La Chapelle-Bâton). You stop at Verruyes (laze on the pretty beach of its pond) to finish at the golf course of Mazières. Other routes are available on www.champdeniers.fr. It will also be possible to reach Parthenay via the GR 36, or the section of the Vélofrancette.

As a certified equestrian tourism center, riding school, competition stable and training center, the facility is fully equipped and well-equipped. To discover the region, the center is close to 200 km of marked trails. Half-day and full-day walks and hikes are available. Private lessons and pony and horse discovery packages are available to all. Now's your chance to test your plate!

It was designed by one of the greatest golf players: Jean Garaialde. With its 300 hectares of slightly undulating terrain, the La Roche-Posay golf course offers a soothing setting and is part of an eco-responsible approach. All levels are allowed, whether you are a good golfer or a beginner. Initiations and courses are available. Will you play a 9 or an 18-hole course? Know that at the^3rd, you will enter the woods. Beautiful sports walks in perspective! After the effort, you can take a break at the club house which offers a quality snack.

The center provides a pony so that you can go for an hour's ride in autonomy. It can also be done with an instructor to survey the paths of Dercé and this, from the youngest age. Horseback riding for the day is also available. Private lessons are available. To combine leisure and fun, animations, treasure hunts on horseback, challenges with riddles to solve are organized. The center welcomes internships throughout the year, nights under the tent, as well as camps for the summer vacations.

The commune of Bressuire is equipped with 3 greenways, accessible to all. The^1st Parthenay-Bressuire route, 30 km long, has been laid out on the old railway line: Bois du Theil, Fénery station, granite chaos, Château de la Chenullière and the Chanteloup viaduct enhance the ride. The^2nd takes you past Chapelle-Saint-Laurent. Finally, the 23 km Bressuire-Moutiers-sous-Chantemerle route now extends into the Vendée (+5 km). It links up with other cycle paths, the Argenton Valley cycle route and the Vélo Francette.

The loop takes you to L'Absie's points of interest: Notre-Dame abbey church, Bois des Gâts and the Seguin chapel, destroyed during the Revolution and rebuilt in 1874. One of its stained glass windows alludes to the Vendée wars, a theme rarely evoked in Deux-Sèvres. From here, a quick detour takes you to the Chirons garden and the Branlant rock, a magnificent granite chaos (1.5 km round trip). You finish with the Abiès garden (PRM accessible), with its 70 species of resinous trees.

On her magnificent ^16th-century property, Sophie offers accompanied horseback rides in the surrounding countryside. Several options are available, from one hour to a full day (remember to bring your own picnic). Children under the age of 7 will be able to discover pony-trekking. The big plus: a farm campsite with sanitary facilities and a small kitchen is available on site. There's also a 12-bed gîte in the outbuildings.

When the fine weather returns, the Crémault leisure park is a pleasant place to picnic and relax with friends and family. On the banks of the Vienne, a beach has been laid out, with two supervised swimming areas in summer and a pontoon. While the park is ideal for water-based activities such as canoeing and kayaking, other options include fishing, beach volleyball, pétanque, mini-golf, tennis and soccer. There's something for everyone!

While bicycles have long been a popular choice for touring enthusiasts, Green Trott now offers an original way to get around: the all-terrain electric scooter. It's the perfect way to get around Oleron quietly! Green Trott's discovery tours promise some great rides. Equipped with a GPS, you'll make your way along the trails, silently admiring the scenery! You'll enjoy a warm welcome and sound advice on how to make the most of your walk. You can also rent electric bikes and fat bikes.

L'Étrier Ronçois is an equestrian center offering horse and pony rides for beginners and experienced riders alike. Activities take place in the forest and on the beach, offering an exceptional natural setting. L'Étrier Ronçois offers activities for all ages, from 2-year-olds to senior citizens. Instructors with BPJEPS diplomas in horse riding and equestrian tourism supervise participants to ensure their safety. Prices vary according to the activities on offer, such as birthday parties, trail rides or pony rentals.

Les Ânes de la Rêverie is a tourist attraction located in Saint-Césaire, in the Nouvelle Aquitaine region. They offer donkey rides, ideal for discovering the region in an original way. Rates vary according to the length of the rental and the number of donkeys hired. It is also possible to hire donkeys for a full day, or for 2 to 7-day itinerant tours. Les Ânes de la Rêverie provide all the equipment needed for the hike, as well as an itinerary based on an IGN map and safety instructions. They also carry professional liability insurance.