10 towns and villages of character in the Vienne

Angles-sur-l’Anglin: the Star

With its vestiges and its breathtaking environment, Angles-sur-l'Anglin has all the assets to seduce nature and heritage lovers. By surveying this small medieval village with picturesque charm, it is impossible to miss its XNUMXth century fortress^rd century which dominates the Anglin valley.

Why not embark on a geocaching adventure with Tèrra Aventura to explore one of the most beautiful villages in France? You should also not miss the Wizard Rock to jump back in time.

Charroux, Monts-sur-Guesnes, Château-Larcher: hidden gems

The label "Small Cities of Character” highlights these towns and villages with a remarkable heritage.

5 villages won the prize in the Vienne Charroux, with its rich medieval past; Monts-sur-Guesnes, with its castle not to be missed for a better understanding of the history of Poitou; and finally Château-Larcher, a charming village offering numerous activities. Also worth visiting are Lusignan and Montmorillon. 

Lusignan: birthplace of the Fairy Melusine

Lusignan, cradle of the legend of the Fairy Melusine, has also obtained its Small Town of Character label! 

Its history is closely linked to that of the lords of Lusignan, who, during their oriental epic, became kings of Cyprus, Jerusalem and Armenia.

Chauvigny and Loudun: medieval charm

Chauvigny and Loudun, labeled “The most beautiful detours in France” will enchant you with their thousand and one treasures from the past... but not only that! The Medieval City of Chauvigny, perched on a rocky outcrop, proudly display five castles (And yes, that's right!) Three of them are open to visitors. In one of them, a breathtaking falconry display will give you wings. Prefer to stay on solid ground? A railbike offers a unique ride through the area surrounding the city, between forest and river.

As for Loudun, easily recognizable from afar with its famous Square Tower, it has a history rich in twists and turns. Between the Foulques-Nerra promenade, the Collegiate Church of Sainte-Croix, the Renaudot Museum, the Charbonneau-Lassay Museum and its beautiful mansions in tufa stone, Loudun offers great discoveries.

Poitiers, Châtellerault and Montmorillon: the queens

Land steeped in history, the Vienne reveals a great cultural heritage to its visitors. The municipal communities of Greater Poitiers, Chatelleraudais and Vienne & Gartempe They have been awarded the "Towns and Lands of Art and History" label for their commitment to the preservation and promotion of heritage, as well as for their wealth of prestigious monuments and sites. Montmorillon obtained the "Small Town of Character" label in 2026!

To name just a few of the most well-known, there is the Palace, the Notre-Dame-la-Grande Church in Poitiers (currently closed for restoration, it will reopen to the public in May 2027), the Blossac Theatre in Châtellerault, the Cité de l'écrit et des métiers du livre (City of Writing and Book Trades) in Montmorillon, and the Abbey of Saint-Savin, a listed historical monument. Unesco World Heritage.

The curious hungry for discoveries will be delighted! So, what do you start with?