Fun and entertainment Poitou

Discover an adorable tea room in bright colors. In a cocooning atmosphere where sweetness is king, the menu of sweet delights takes us on a journey through tastes and cultures. Charming Iraqi Lana takes us on a discovery of her grandmother's recipes, including cakes, cheesecakes, cookies and oriental cakes. In pretty teapots, local teas from the Compagnie Coloniale are brewed, unless you prefer Turkish coffee with cardamom or a delicious hot chocolate. All served with a smile!

Housed in a large hangar on the Zone de la République, the Poitevin food court is on a roll, bringing together all ages and all publics: families, friends, colleagues. Under a garlanded sky, with its vintage decor, you can order a snack from one of the seven street food stands (burgers, tapas, wraps, crêpes... there's plenty to choose from!), pour yourself a beer from the giant 10-spout tapping machine, have fun, play games and dance. Every evening, a new event is proposed: sports, salsa classes, karaoke, dj sets... Republic Corner is the place to be!

Several meetings are organised from May to September on the Courses-Romagné racing field, not far from the industrial zone of Saint Florent. Appointments to which the president of the Racing Company, Michel Moulin, and his team have restored their letters of nobility. So much so that meetings have become real family outings. Chevronnés and chevronnés are pressent in the race. For gallop and piercing. Furthermore, we thought of the comfort of the spectators with a pleasant and shaded main forum. In the race society we also thought about children. They are even mollycoddled on race Sundays. So we're going to gallop!

It's tea time in Montmorillon, and we're off to La Terrasse. In this cocooning place, Kim Stupple will satisfy your cravings for tea and English delicacies (carrot cake, scone...). We assure you, everything here is homemade! On this side of the bridge, there's a distinctly British accent in the air. The decor of the dining room is in keeping with the theme, very... green and flowery - lovely -, but what really appealed to us was the famous terrace overlooking the bridge over the Gartempe and the medieval town. And with that, how about a cup of tea ?

The Grange aux Loups, managed by the company " Le loup qui zozote ", is a theater in the center of the medieval city of Chauvigny, installed in a 15th century barn converted into a room for live shows. With a capacity of about fifty people, the animations which are held there are always intimist. The program is rich and varied and is aimed at all audiences, including children: theater and music, puppets, stories, public readings and workshops. So don't be afraid to come and visit the wolves!

THE trendy gourmet address in Parthenay, located in the Saint-Jacques district! Céline and Alexandre, the charming tavernkeepers, have set up their own delicatessen and beer and wine cellar in a half-timbered house: over 200 references of craft beers from around the world are beautifully displayed on the shelves. As well as tasting the beverages, you'll also find a wide range of delicacies and spreads. Follow the spiral staircase upstairs for a game of pool. Great atmosphere.

Close to the Place Leclerc, it is a place not to be missed in the student life of Poitiers. Spread over different levels, this big Australian pub of 600 m² welcomes a young and festive clientele. It has a great atmosphere! While the friendly bartenders are busy preparing good cocktails, the dancers invade the big dance floor. Here, there is something for everyone: beer-pong tournaments, karaoke night on Tuesdays with 29,000 songs to choose from, soccer or rugby game broadcasts, billiards, or DJs to shine on the dancefloor!

If you want to let off steam, this is the place to be. Air jump, it's for kids and adults. Put on your sports clothes and let's go! At your disposal, trampolines of all sizes including the longest in Europe (40 m) where gymnasts even come to train. So you jump, you bounce and you take yourself for an athlete by trying out improbable figures. If you come in groups, let yourself be tempted by a dodgeball... on a trampoline and complete your outing with a throw of axes.

Lovers of good beer and amateurs spirits will fall under the charm of V & B. A team of experts at your service, impeccable service and above all, a great atmosphere that will make you spend a very good time. After work (in after for connoisseurs), curious or among friends, this unique place is the ideal place for a drink. The winning concept of V & B is 50% of cellar, 50% bar and 100% effective result. A wide range of wines, beers and breakage from around the world allow the novice to train his palace while the discerning amateur will discover with joy unknown flavours, but always with wise moderation!

The Confort Moderne is a bubbling place of the cultural scene of Poitiers. This group of rooms is a laboratory for the creation of contemporary music and art. On 8 500 m² of concrete and metal beams, remains of the old electrical goods store of 30 years ago, the Confort Moderne offers a large exhibition hall, a concert hall of 800 places, a club of 200 places, a bookshop, a restaurant, a record shop... Concerts, residencies, experiences... there is always something to see. Be curious, you won't be disappointed!

The Biblio Café run by Louise, Aude and Hugues, former booksellers, is one of those endearing places where friendship and openness towards others have a special meaning. Our hosts wanted to combine relaxation and reading, and this is a successful bet! All the books are new or second-hand and you can "taste" them on the spot with a coffee or a tea or take them away by buying them. On the shelves, art, humor, ecology and even erotic books, but also comics, mangas, games... all in a retro and bright decor. But nothing is set in stone here: there are also readings, acoustic Irish music, sex or knitting cafés to discuss, and here is the magic that takes place.

Insomnia eventually went to sleep and leave square at the Loco where Hervé and Eric greet you every evening except Mondays. The bar, which keeps a very gay-friendly clientele, regularly organises theme evenings on weekends.

Practically under the Porte Saint-Jacques, at the end of Rue Vau-saint-Jacques, a troquet-pub-night bar where you can get away from it all on weekends. Le Coupe-Gorge, brewer of beer and music: concerts are organized every opening night; the program is announced well in advance on the storefront. The house brews its beverages by hand (using organic ingredients, as do the grapes). In summer, you can enjoy these nuggets on the terrace beside the Thouet river. Festive, convivial and warm, this address, housed in a sumptuously medieval setting, hits the nail on the head.

A great nature outing for the whole family! Welcome to the sentier des pas perdus. Here you'll find not one, but five labyrinths. Plunge into their mazes, get lost while solving the riddles and, above all, have fun! Between Laby'Bois, Laby'Gazon, Laby'Arbustes and Laby'Miscanthus, our favorite is the famous Laby'Infernal (made of corn), whose route through the ears of corn changes every year. Try out the sensory course and don't leave without trying out the pedal go-kart circuits. Fun guaranteed!

A cheerfully colorful address where you can brunch, lunch or spend the afternoon over tea and a (very) tasty snack made by Julie and Claire. The talented partners delight Niort locals with their homemade pastries and clever tea blends. At lunchtime, you'll enjoy tarts, a dish of the day, savory scones and seasonal vegetables. Your weekend brunch (reservation required) will be royal: pancakes, fruit salad, pastrami/salmon bagels, pecan pie and more. A delightful stopover - with terrace, a stone's throw from La Brèche.

Tasting a coffee here is an art. On the menu, a dozen varieties are highlighted. Producer, origin, terroir, harvest period, flavor, the coffee has been carefully selected by Anne and Frédéric, our roasters. You can drink it tightly or prepared with gentleness and precision. For tea lovers, a hundred varieties are offered, but perhaps you will opt for a colored and flavored milk drink. Accompany it all with a homemade pastry with or without gluten. The space is cosy, the tables rare, the welcome warm. A privilege!

Want to slip into the shoes of a detective? Head to the Secret Agency on Rue Carnot to don your sleuthing gear and discover the city under the guise of a police investigation. With "Coup de chaud pour la momie ", you'll have 90 minutes to find out who stole Tutankhamen and catch the thief. Or use your deductive skills to solve a murder in "Paul n'a pas de bol ". Or try out the new "Mr. William's Manor". Urban games (family adventure games) are also available from the Poitiers tourist office.

A tea room with a Parisian spirit, you are not dreaming, you are in Poitiers! Here the gustatory journey begins with the eyes. Your mouth will water as you pass in front of the shop windows, before being accompanied to your table. In this magnificent setting, take the time you need to enjoy an excellent tea accompanied by a pastry to die for! You will be charmed by the warm welcome of all the staff and you can even ask for candles if it's your birthday! Don't hesitate to try their artisanal ice creams, they are delicious! The Fink Chocolate Factory's tea room is definitely a must in the heart of the city!

In the heart of Niort, at the top of the Hole, the CGR cinema has a big one! With its large room with 400 seats, its three rooms with 100 seats, its seven rooms with 150 seats and the 300 seats, there is a good time! One of them is also equipped for 3 D film projection. The vast 600 m ² hall with video game machines, sweets, drinks and delicious pop-corn, allows you to wait quietly. Moreover, in addition to the more remote programming of the Moulin du Roc, independent film fans can find a small programme reserved for them by the Association Les Diabolical, once a month.