Poitiers, a city of history for thousands of years and Roman times, is nicknamed the "city of a hundred steeples". Half-timbered houses, mansions and the former palace of the Counts of Poitou, the city of Vienne in New Aquitaine offers an undeniable cachet.
Along the small cobbled streets, visiting monuments such as the town hall with Second Empire architecture or enjoying activities of all kinds, Poitiers is dynamic, it's up to you to choose your activities:air, land or water! ?
To take a good look at Poitiers, and uncover some secrets of history with crisp anecdotes, nothing better than a walk or bike ride . You capture the soul of the city and can stop whenever you want!
For that, why not follow the planned circuits for ? Yellow, blue and red, they take you to discover remarkable sites such as Saint-Pierre Cathedral, Notre-Dame-La-Grande Church, Saint-Hilaire Church or Blossac Park.
The blue thread favors churches while the yellow is more inspired by the Middle Ages. Depending on your desires and the time you have, nothing prevents you from crossing several. To immortalize absolutely !
Our advice:stop off at La Serrurerie for lunch or a coffee, a typical brasserie with vintage decor.
To admire Poitiers and Vienne more generally, you need to take the height . And to magnify the beauty of the landscapes, be in the foreground!
Aboard a hot air balloon, you treat yourself to a nice first flight at altitude. In the basket, you enjoy a panoramic view in peace. The balloon passes over many places, from treetops to over 1000m altitude according to the route.
Depending on the direction of the winds, perhaps you will go north to discover the lake of Saint-Cyr, the Couvert castle or Sarzec, or to the south to observe the castle of Chambonneau or La Roche. Flying over the Vienne means combining History and nature in the sky !
If you're more into the spirit of adventure and you like motor sports, you'll love a rally driving course in Poitiers.
On a nearby dirt circuit, you take the wheel of a racing car designed for sliding and drifting , with an instructor at your side to advise you. Kicking the dust in your path:something you dream of doing!
And even if it means enjoying a thrilling experience, opt for a legendary car, multiple WRC champion, the Subaru . 4-wheel drive, 4-cylinder engine, with or without turbo depending on the model, it will prove its grip on the track and legitimize its track record.
To relax or spend a few hours splashing around, the ideal is to go to a real aquatic complex with multiple facilities. Go to the aquatic center of the Pépinière !
Swimming pool with slide, wave ball, lazy river … It’s a mini Center Parcs all on its own. The roof of the pool opens on sunny days to allow you to enjoy the sun. You also have a whole space with saunas, hammams, cold baths... Perfect for relaxing your muscles and soothing your mind.
The Futuroscope is a leisure park, 20 minutes from Poitiers, which takes up the themes of science and technology. Through attractions and shows , you are immersed in very varied universes with fantasy and magic.
For a day or an entire weekend with a night in a hotel, you will fill up with emotion through 4D projections, meeting your favorite characters in the park or creating thrilling experiences.
This is a dynamic and fun leisure idea, accessible to children and adults , for a good dose of fun with family or friends. Unmissable!
Stroll along the banks of the Clain in Poitiers, discover the many churches vestiges of past centuries, or fly away to discover the surroundings with hindsight, to each their own vision of a visit to the city!
In terms of activities, you are spoiled:Futuroscope, piloting, swimming … There is enough to satisfy young and old for a day or a full weekend.
Moreover, to sleep, try a new experience and go for an unusual getaway in a perched hut, yurt or even in a wooden castle! If you practice golf, you can also take a night in a Golf Resort:the ball!
