Attractions and activities

Wildlife park featuring large and small European animals: bears, Arctic foxes, reindeer, wolves, lynx, etc. “Keeper for a day” workshop, horse-drawn carriage rides.

Built on a rocky spur, this medieval town features a well-preserved old center, fortifications and numerous religious buildings. Riverside walk to discover the Poitou Gâtine area.

Former medieval city perched on a rocky spur, now a charming university town. Known as the “City of a Hundred Bell Towers”, encircled by two rivers, with a historic center featuring half-timbered houses, cathedral, baptistery and palace.

Both a cultural and tourist site established on the former Boinot chamois leather and glove factories. Port on the Sèvre Niortaise River, gardens, bar, restaurant, exhibitions, tourist office, and cruises on habitable canal boats.

Small medieval town with beautiful half-timbered houses and flower-lined streets. Canoe, pedal boat or pedal car rides with superb views of the château. Terra Aventura geocaching trail. Lake nearby.

The leading European thermal dermatology centre for skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis, burns, post-cancer care, etc.). Fully renovated and modernised facilities, dedicated children’s services, experiential pathways, located in a medieval town.

City of Art and History with exceptional heritage: Romanesque churches, private mansions and especially the Château des Ducs de la Trémoïlle in Louis XIII style, symbol of the town. Numerous cultural events.