Bed and breakfast Poitou-Charentes

Poitou-Charentes: a land of flavours and a diverse historical heritage

Poitou-Charentes attracts tourists for its friendly seaside resorts and generous gastronomy. This region of western France also has a major drawing power thanks to its monuments and major leisure parks, like the Palmyre-Les Mathes Zoo and the famous Futuroscope.

Cultural activities and other leisure activities in Poitou-Charentes

If you're likely to be staying in the Charente département, you should know that it is home to a number of very welcoming destinations. Tourists flock to Aubeterre-sur-Dronne in particular to enter the amazing Saint-Jean underground church. The cathedral of Saint-Pierre d'Angoulême is not likely to leave you unmoved either! Among the culinary specialities you absolutely must try, don't miss the caillebotte, a cheese eaten cold or reheated in the oven, accompanied by honey or jam.

Bordering the Charente, Charente-Maritime, also conceals many riches. With a population of around 633,000, it is the only département in this region with a coastline. There is no shortage of accommodation options in the various seaside resorts. For the most enchanting scenery, head to the famous Île de Ré off the coast of Onis. A trip to Saintes is just as enjoyable, with ancient remains including an amphitheatre and thermal baths. Would you like to have some fun with your family or friends? There are plenty of water-based activities on offer all year round! Your stay will also be a gastronomic success. Indulge in Marennes d'Oléron oysters and boiled eel, a mouth-watering fish speciality popular in the Royanne area and La Rochelle.

Deux-Sèvres also attracts many holidaymakers, particularly to its prefecture Niort. This is the place to sample succulent macaroons and cornuelle, a delicious golden-looking pastry. It's impossible to get bored in this region, with so many different sporting and cultural activities on offer. Discover the region's environmental heritage on a hot-air balloon flight in Thouarsais. You can also experience the thrill of kayaking on the Lambon lake, a sport open to the general public. History buffs won't want to miss the chance to visit the Château d'Oiron, a superb building located in the north-east of the Deux-Sèvres.

When you choose your bed and breakfast in Poitou-Charentes in the Vienne, you'll benefit from access to many attractive sites. It is the largest département in the region and has very little relief. Attracting millions of visitors every year, the Futuroscope park offers a wide range of scientific and technological attractions. Not far from there is the church of Notre-Dame la grande in Poitiers. Even before entering its lair, appreciate the ornamental motifs on its western facade! A stroll through the valley of the monkeys is also sure to fill you with wonder during your holiday. The Vienne's terroirs offer quality produce in every season, with its inhabitants raving about certain recipes such as farci poitevin and embeurrée de chou in the pays de lusignan.