NOUVELLE AQUITAINE
WITH ITS IDEAL LOCATION “le Gîte du Grand Duc” will allow you to enjoy the best activities of our region. WHETHER IT BE ART, culture, LANDSCAPES oR HISTORY, Nouvelle-Aquitaine IS A REGION WHICH WILL NOT DISAPPOINT .
Futuroscope
The Futuroscope theme park is only located 52 kilometres from Chaunay. This great park is ideal for family fun and great techonological attractions are available.
(photo credit Tourisme Vienne)
Angoulême
Welcome to the city of festivals: comics and french speaking films. Don’t hesitate to go for a walk along the Charente and to learn more about its history and architecture 62 km from the cottage.
(photo credit Angoulême Tourisme)
Niort
Discover its beautiful covered market and visit the imposing Niort Keep . Niort is a wonderful city where you can wander about and always discover something new .Only 59 km from the cottage.
(photo credit Tourisme en Deux-Sèvres)
La Rochelle
Whether you prefer culture, extreme sports or street shows : La Rochelle is the right city for you! The aquarium allows those who love the marine world to discover fauna and flora of the ocean. Discover the city of the Atlantic with friends or family and taste the greatest ice cream in the region while ovelooking the ocean !
(photo credit La Rochelle Tourisme)
Poitiers
Well known for its University, Poitiers is located only 30 minutes from Chaunay . With its rich architectural and religious heritage you can visit its many churches, cathedrals and museums or take a stroll in the city’s parks.
(photo credit Tourisme Vienne)
La Vallée des Singes
La Vallée des Singes is located in Romagne , 13 kilometres from us. This Zoological garden is both entertaining and a place of learning. 16 hectares of forest are devoted to raising people’s awareness to the proctection of primates . Fully accessible for disabled people this magical place is a must see for all the family !
(photo credit Vallée des Singes)
Chauvigny
The medieval town of Chauvigny is full of surprises with its castles , its artist shops in the old town or the impressive bird flyng show les Géants du Ciel.
(photo credit Chauvigny)
La Planète des Crocodiles
More than 200 reptiles can be seen in this tropical atmosphere. The adventure course will allow you to learn while pretending to be a real explorer !
(photo credit Tourisme Vienne)
The Green Venice of the Poitevin Marsh
A green haven for lovers of nature, the wet marsh is delightedgly refreshing in summer. Visit the house of the marsh . You can discover the marsh on foot, on a bike or in a boat.
(photo credit Parc du Marais Poitevin)
Montmorillon
The city of Writing , its medieval streets and small libraries are charming. Come and taste the original macaroons of Montmorillon and visit its museum.
(photo credit Montmorillon)