Gîtes Vienne

Discover Poitiers and the surrounding area during your holidays

On your next holiday, let yourself be tempted by the Vienne and come and discover this beautiful département! Whether with your family or your friends, make the most of your holiday in a Clévacances gîte in the Vienne to discover the heritage, nature, history and treasures of the Vienne, living memorable experiences. Poitiers, the Romanesque capital and a listed Town of Art and History, reveals its secrets and immerses you in its 2,000-year-old past. During your holiday in the Vienne, discover the region's monuments on a walking tour. During your holiday in a Vienne gîte, you can visit the Palace of the Dukes of Aquitaine, one of the most remarkable examples of medieval architecture in France; the Romanesque church of Notre-Dame-la-Grande, a jewel of Romanesque art with its wall paintings and organ; the Gothic cathedral of Saint-Pierre, unique in France with its flamboyant wall paintings; and the baptistery of Saint-Jean, one of the oldest Christian monuments in Europe. During your stay in the Vienne, take a breath of fresh air in the heart of the city of Poitiers at the Parc de Bloissac. This nine-hectare park is located in Poitiers city centre and offers uninterrupted views over French and English gardens and the Clain Valley. Discover the Vienne region by booking a Clévacances gîte ideally located in the area. In the town centre or in the heart of the countryside, take advantage of Clévacances gites for the Vendée.

Discover the Vienne and its surroundings during your holiday

Near Poitiers, by bike or on foot, discover the Vienne's exceptional heritage. From your gîte in the Vienne, discover Chauvigny, where the Château des Evêques offers a superb falconry show. You can visit the 9th-century abbey of Saint-Benoît by bike or by car, the keep at Migné-Auxances (the only fortified medieval building in the Poitiers area), the Cistercian abbey of Notre-Dame-du-Pin at Béruge and many other remarkable buildings in the Vienne. Near Poitiers, still in the Vienne, you can also visit the Abbey of Saint-Savin, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Vienne offers memorable experiences for you, your family and your friends. During your holiday in a Vienne gîte, don't miss the Vallée des Singes and discover a primate conservation site, particularly for bonobos, which is unique in France. Looking for a thrill during your holiday in the Vienne? Head to Futuroscope and its many attractions for all the family. Looking for adventure in the bountiful countryside of the Vienne? The department's various adventure parks promise an active holiday: zip-lines, mountain bikes, suspension bridges, riddles& all with an educational approach to the environment. At Lusignan, discover the story of the Fairy Mélusine, enjoy kayaking on the river or take a walk with Terra-Aventura, a geocaching game, to discover the Vienne in a different way. Make the most of your holiday in the Vienne to cruise the Marais Poitevin and discover the unspoilt environment and wild flora and fauna of the Vienne. The Moulière forest, the green lung of the Vienne with almost 7,000 hectares, reveals its beauties during your walks and hikes, on horseback or by bike. A real invitation to marvel, feel and let go during your holiday in a gîte in the Vienne! Nearby is the Lac de Beaumont-Saint-Cyr, where you can swim, fish or take a walk along the birdwatching trail. Looking for freedom, peace and pleasure? Enjoy the magic of a slow hot-air balloon ride in the Vienne. And of course, when you think of holidays in the Vienne, you think of pleasure and gastronomy! During your stay, tantalise your taste buds and discover the specialities of the Vienne region: Estelle Rivard's original and authentic Perles et Pépins jams made with pears and truffles or melon and Charentes wine in Vouzailles; the typical vineyards of the Domaine de Villemont owned by the Bourdier family; Gilles Turpeau's goat's cheese; the delicious walnut oil from the old distillery in Neuville-du-Poitou. Each of the Vienne's farmers will be delighted to show you how they make, grow, rear and prepare their local, tasty and gourmet products during your visit… Travel, discover, taste and indulge! Take advantage of your stay in the Vienne to bring back some of the region's specialities as souvenirs. And if you don't have the patience to wait until your holidays are over, you can always enjoy them around a table in your Clévacances gîte. So don't wait any longer and come and discover the Vienne and all its treasures! For one night or a longer stay, during the week or at the weekend, book one of our many gîtes available in the department and enjoy an unforgettable holiday in the Vienne.