Location: Vienne in France
Nearest Train:
Poitiers at 15
Kilometres
This chateau lies in the centre of the old French kingdom of Poitou, a culturally rich but largely undiscovered region that abounds in history, good food, and clean air. Its capital, the ancient city of Poitiers (20 min. drive), with its citadel of winding medieval streets, is most famous for its exquisite Romanesque church, Notre Dame la Grande. Day trip destinations include the chateaux and gardens of the Loire Valley, historic La Rochelle and the beaches of Ile de Re, the porcelain centre of Limoges, and the wineries of Cognac and the Loire.
Places of interest:
Abbey of Nouaille Maupertuis – 13 km. Moated, medieval abbey adjacent to the 1356 “Battle of Poitiers” battlefield.
Angles sur l’Anglin – 34 km. Complete with mill, water wheel and ruined 13th century castle on cliffs above the river. Summer festivals.
Bonnes – 8 km. Charming village on River Vienne.
Chateau de Dissay – 17 km. Small moated 15thC castle.
Futuroscope – 23 km.
Poitiers – 15 km.