🏃‍♀️ Sports and outdoor activities 1. Hiking and mountain biking Numerous signposted trails around Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, in the Clouère valley. Routes to Gencay, Brion, Saint-Secondin and Château-Larcher. Ideal for walking, trail riding or mountain biking in the forest and countryside. 2. Canoeing, kayaking and swimming Gencay lake (7 km): supervised swimming in summer, pedalos, canoeing, picnic area. Vivonne leisure centre (15 km): canoeing on the river Clain, mini-golf, playground. 3. Horse-riding Several riding schools within a 15 km radius (notably in Dienné and Gencay). Horse riding available by prior arrangement. 4. Adventure park / tree climbing DéfiPlanet' in Dienné (10 km): tree climbing, mountain biking, archery, horse riding, nature trails. Ideal for families and groups. 5. Golf Golf du Haut-Poitou (Saint-Cyr, approx. 40 km north of Poitiers): 18 holes, superb view of the lake. Golf de Mignaloux-Beauvoir (35 km away): wooded course, on-site restaurant. 6. Other activities Fishing in the Clouère and Gencay lakes. Tennis in Gencay and Vivonne. Cycling on the small, undulating roads of southern Vienne. 🏛️ Places to visit 1. La Vallée des Singes (Romagne, 18 km) A large animal park dedicated to semi-liberty primates. A must for a nature and discovery outing. 2. DéfiPlanet' (Dienné, 10 km) Nature theme park, unusual accommodation, adventure trail, educational farm. 3. Medieval town of Gencay (6 km) Ruins of the medieval castle, local market, restaurants, walking trails. 4. Château-Larcher (14 km) Picturesque village classified as a "Petite Cité de Caractère". Medieval castle, Romanesque church and walk along the banks of the Clouère. 5. Vivonne (15 km) Pleasant little town on the banks of the River Clain, with shops, market and leisure centre. 6. Poitiers (30 km) Capital of Poitou, with a rich heritage: Notre-Dame-la-Grande church, Palace of the Counts of Poitou, Futuroscope (40 km away). 7. Lusignan (25 km) Pretty medieval town linked to the legend of Mélusine. Lovely market and walk along the Vonne. 8. Romagne and the surrounding area Nature walks, tours of dolmens and megaliths. 🗓️ Practical tips A car is essential for getting around the region. Best seasons for outdoor activities: April to October. Bookings recommended for DéfiPlanet', Vallée des Singes and golf.

From Poitiers centre : Take the D741 towards Gencay / Civray / Charroux (southbound). Pass through Iteuil, Vivonne and then Gencay. On leaving Gencay, continue for around 4 km on the D741 as far as Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère. In the village, follow the signs for "Gîte de la Treille" - the gîte is located in a rural setting, slightly out of town. 👉 These coordinates will take you directly to the Gîte de la Treille. 💡 Other possible options: Via the A10 (Poitiers Sud exit) then D741 towards Gencay: this is the quickest route from the ring road. From Poitiers-Biard (airport): approximately 45 minutes via the D741. 🧭 Express summary: Poitiers → D741 direction Gencay → Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère → follow "Gîte de la Treille".