Poitiers, a student city: what to do after classes?

Go out without spending!

A tight budget doesn't have to mean zero activity! But don't panic, we've put together a selection of zero-spending outings for you! 

1. Tèrra Aventura 

With Tèrra Aventura, experience an adventure without spending a cent! Go in search of geocaches hidden all over the VienneSeveral routes are accessible from Poitiers:

• The Great Illusion  : this route in Vouneuil Sous Biard for an epic… in the dark! Equipped with your flashlight, this 3.5km adventure awaits you!
• The Yellow Sunflower Affair : this 3km walk awaits you near Saint-Benoît! In the footsteps of Robert Sexé, a resident of Saint-Benoît, a great traveler and reporter who is said to have inspired Hergé to create the famous Tintin!
• Givray look for the Z'Ingredients  : on the Ligugé side, a 5.5 km trail awaits you through 9 hectares of forest! The little extra? It contains puzzles to solve in augmented reality!

43 routes throughout the Vienne, there's plenty to keep you busy all year round!

2. Meet at the Guinguette Pictave! 

"Have fun with friends or family" - that's the motto of the Guinguette Pictave! Located on Îlot Tison, this address is just a few meters from the city center! Open 7 days a week, the Guinguette is a friendly meeting place by the water, perfect for having fun and relaxing!

The program :

• Food and Drinks: Seven food trucks are available on site, in addition to a refreshment bar. Fresh and homemade, what more could you ask for!
• Have fun: many free tournaments are organized every day of the week: beer pong, shuffleboard, darts... All tournaments, activities and games are free!
• Relax: relax outdoors, paddleboard or canoe, it's up to you!
• And in summer: it is also possible to swim there!

In short, the ideal outing for a change from the library!

3. Nature destination in the heart of Poitiers!

Blossac Park is 9 hectares of greenery overlooking the Clain River, as well as numerous gardens and grassy areas. The perfect place for a short break between study sessions!

Go out on a budget!

Thanks to your student card, you can benefit from numerous discounted rates at many establishments in Poitiers!

• Le Futuroscope : upon presentation of your card, you can enjoy a 15% discount on your tickets. Accessible by bus via line 1.
• Le Sainte-Croix Museum : your student card gives you access to all exhibitions for €4!
• Le TAP  : cinema, show, play, at low prices on presentation of student card!
• Le Modern Comfort : an artistic wasteland that offers concerts; exhibitions, workshops, etc. A rich program at a reduced price!

For the more athletic, the team's volleyball matches Alterna SPVB (€6 per ticket), basketball matches from PB86 (€7 per ticket) or even hockey matches will keep you busy on weekends!

The little things to know

There is a culture card dedicated to young people and students. This card allows you free access to certain facilities or gives you the right to preferential rates! To obtain it, simply fill out this form. online form and pick it up at one of the times announced on the site!

And around Poitiers?

Many cities are accessible by train or bus! This is the case in Châtellerault and Chauvigny, which are full of activities to do!