6 reasons to come on vacation to the Vienne

What do you know of the Vienne ? A stay in our beautiful department is not limited to Poitiers or Futuroscope. A vacation in the Vienne, it's to fill up with energy in nature or freshness at the water's edge, full of gluttony before playful or thrilling activities. All less than 2 hours from Paris (by train) or Bordeaux!

The green Line ©Zebrelle

1. A vacation in the Vienne : guaranteed disconnection

If the holidays are synonymous with discoveries and a change of scenery, they must also rhyme with healing and disconnection. The best for this is to take a bath in nature. That's good, the Vienne is a verdant territory where nature is never far away!

Enjoy the benefits of nature

To wrap yourself in greenery, intoxicate yourself with floral scents or listen to the chirping of birds, head for the Pinail National Nature Reserve or Beaumont-Saint-Cyr bird sanctuary. These 2 protected areas immerse you in the wild and authentic landscapes of the Vienne, for a return to basics with soothing effects.
Know that even during your discovery of Poitiers, you can do breaks in nature. THE Blossac Park and l'Tison Island are indeed veritable green lungs in the heart of the city.

Go green for active holidays

Who says nature, also says active holidays! For the most motivated, the Department of Vienne offers a large number of sporting activities, gentle or more energetic, in order to take full advantage of the great outdoors.
As for hiking, go on the Chouppes bird trail ou in the Givray woods. Do you try in the cani-kart or cani-rando accompanied by Siberian Husky near Guesnes, or for trapping activities in Brion. Take advantage of all the facilities of the nature sport resorts to go biking, adventure courses, archery or trail running.

Finally, if you like to pedal quietly, borrow the Greenway which winds through the typical landscapes of the department.

2. Full of sensations and entertainment in the Land of Futuroscope

During your getaway, are you looking for fun activities? As a family, as a tribe or as a couple, you will be served during your holidays in the Vienne !

The essential Futuroscope

Undisputed star of the department, the Futuroscope amusement park leaves memorable memories for all the adventurers who enter its doors. Between shows and attractions, it's a real journey through time, space and the world that is available to all generations.
Some love the thrill rides, while others prefer the gentler experiences. There is something for every taste ! A little advice: prefer a visit in spring ou October to avoid waiting at attractions.

Where to sleep near Futuroscope? Have a look on our selection of hotels !

Stay at Futuroscope, Poitiers©Pomme verte-LibelLab

Fun Geocaching routes with Tèrra Aventura

If you do not know Tèrra Aventura, remedy this quickly by coming to spend your holidays in the Vienne. This free application offers original geocaching routes based on historical legends or the discovery of a natural environment and historical heritage.. By Tèrra Aventura, young and old learn, have fun and exercise in the great outdoors. In short, it's great!

Immersive and interactive visits to Cultural Sites

La Vienne is full of cultural sites, each more dynamic than the next. Of the Small Cities of Character with their treasure hunts, immersive visits of castles of Monts-sur-Guesnes ou of La Mothe-Chandeniers, the department does not lack activities where the visitor is fully involved in his discovery. Many escape games are also offered in Poitiers or the surrounding area.

Great days of discovery ahead!

Original Animal Parks

Animal parks are always unanimous among the youngest. So for a vacation in the Vienne with children, head for land of dragons, a zoological park that plunges you into the world of reptiles. Crocodiles and alligators from all over the world reveal their secrets to you during the visit. You are also required to lead an investigation of the utmost importance to find Professor Sheppard. If you like exotic species, you can opt for the valley of the monkeys where gibbons, squirrel monkeys or bonobos are constantly doing mischief in front of amused visitors, in a completely open environment. Let's not forget either educational farms which present more traditional species, but which allow you to fully immerse yourself in their daily life.

So, rather reptiles, monkeys or donkeys? To help you make your choice, we tell you more here.

3. Water to surpass yourself and refresh yourself on vacation in the Vienne

What would a vacation be without a bit of lazing by the water? In the Vienne, letting go while listening to the gentle lapping of the water is also possible! And while some sunbathe, others push their physical limits by trying their hand at water sports.
To do all this, you are spoiled for choice. In summer, many leisure bases welcome you to challenge you on their lake. AT Beaumont-Saint-Cyr , Crémault or Moncontour, you can simply lay your towel on the beach, or switch to active mode by canoeing, paddle boarding, catamaran or water ski lift.

4. Nights in unusual mode in the Land of Futuroscope

Whether for a weekend or a week, housing is very important for restful nights. In the Vienne, many accommodations offer original experiences while maintaining a high level of comfort.

Floating Village of Pressac 86©Bastien SAUVE – Agence Zebrelle

When your holiday home blends in with the decor

Imagine spending your evening on the calm waters of a small lake, admiring the shimmering colors of the last rays of the sun, watching the wavelets form under the breath of the night breeze. Unless you prefer to listen to the wind in the foliage, contemplate the moonlight through the greenery, and watch the sunrise from the treetops. All this is possible in the unusual accommodations of the Floating Village of Pressac or Park of the Belle, huts on the water or in the trees that literally blend into the decor for a night closer to nature.

Accommodation with atypical shapes

If you are looking for even more originality, there is only one address: that of DefiPlanet' ! You can't find more original rentals than this theme park. Here, your room is in a lodging in the shape of a castle in the trees or in a rental in the shape of a hen or a rabbit. With its many lodges, DefiPlanet' is also perfectly suited to welcoming groups. Think about it for your next cousinade!

Unusual accommodation is almost a specialty in the Vienne ! Consult the details of the proposed experiences !

5. A vacation in the Vienne : the Pleasures of the Table

In the Vienne, moments of conviviality often take place at the table, and it is not because it is the holidays that we derogate from the rule, quite the contrary!
La Vienne is rich in culinary specialties. Many are those who viennent of our beautiful department. From aperitif to dessert, the Vienne dress up your daily meals or parties. Haut-Poitou wines, cheese cake, Chabichou, stuffed Poitevin … Here, the tables are not lacking in flavor!

To discover them, simply go and meet the producers on their farms or farms, to be curious in small markets or to have lunch in the best restaurants in the region.

6. A vacation in the Vienne : proximity and economy

If for many, our territory is a favorite destination, opt for a holiday in the Vienne, it also means making an informed choice that combines practicality and economy.

Poitiers, crossroads of the Paris-Bordeaux axis

By train, Poitiers is located halfway between Bordeaux and Paris, with less than 2 hours of travel time to reach these 2 metropolises. By car, it takes just over an hour and a half to put down your towel on the beaches of the Atlantic. With its location on the A1 motorway, the Vienne is very easily accessible, and saves valuable time on your vacation journey.

Fair prices far from major tourist areas

Far from the mass tourism specific to certain regions, tourist service providers strive to maintain an authentic welcome throughout the year. Whatever the season, the rates are calculated as accurately as possible in order to attract the greatest number of people, and in particular the family clientele who are particularly fond of all the activities offered in the region. By opting for a holiday in the Vienne, you are sure to benefit from quality services at the best price.

With us, there are no bad surprises! Our goal is simple: that you come back to see us, and that you talk about all the beauties of our land around you!

The holidays in the Vienne can therefore be natural, playful, active and delicious! You are especially looking for activities to do specifically with children ? The Vienne puts the family at the heart of many activities. Indulge ! Rather at spring, in summer in September or on All Saints’ Day?

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