What to do as a family in the Vienne The Ascension weekend?

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Are you looking for things to do in the Vienne with family for an Ascension weekend?

Around Poitiers, the department of Vienne offers many activities for you and your children: amusement parks, nature, visits and experiences suitable for all ages.

La Vienne is an ideal destination for a family weekend less than 2 hours from Paris, Nantes or Bordeaux.

 Family nature getaway in the Vienne

There's nothing better than a stay in the countryside to disconnect and reconnect with yourself: 

 

  • Center Parcs Le Domaine du Bois aux Daims Immerse yourself in the heart of unspoiled nature, unpack your bags, and breathe in the fresh air! As for activities, boredom is simply not an option: pony rides for little adventurers, family bowling, archery to unleash your inner Robin Hood… and of course, AquaMundo with its endless water slides. There's something for everyone!
  • Floating Village For a sleep lulled by the gentle lapping of the water… We embark (literally) on an unusual getaway. Cabins on the water, floating lodges, or houses nestled on the lake's edge… the choice is yours! Everything is in place for a relaxing stay: swimming in the lagoon, walks around the lake, fishing, outdoor activities… A complete change of scenery guaranteed!

  • Park of the Belle Spend a night in the treetops at this park, just 20 minutes from Monkey Valley! Enjoy a unique experience in this 12-hectare park with over 20,000 plants. Adventure games, a maze, and walks await! 

A fun-filled weekend with the family!

An extraordinary stopover at Futuroscope

Are you more of a thrill-seeker? Buckle up… the journey begins! Head to Futuroscope! Don't miss its close and new products such as the Greenhouse of Worlds, T.REX or Tornado Chasers, recently voted “best attraction in the world”.

And to prevent the magic from fading too quickly, stay overnight: children will love the space universe of Station Cosmos, while the Ecolodges offer a perfect nature break for the whole family.

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Focus on Expériences Famille

Ascension Day is the perfect time to enjoy the many Expériences Famille Forget activities just for kids that bore parents! Here's THE selection of activities whose motto is: Here, the whole family is involved! Incredibly fun, totally family-friendly! Mystery-filled investigations, super creative workshops, and outdoor adventures: with the Expériences Famille, every stay becomes incredible. Unique memories guaranteed!

New Family Experience 2026

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The bubble lab

Become little chemists for the duration of an activity with Pacou and create your own soap!

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Looking for Good Slow Tea

The Good Slow Tea herbalist has mysteriously disappeared from the garden of possibilities. We must find him quickly!

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The Riddle Tour: The Civraisien Escape Box in Poitou

Decipher the clues left by Pierre, the postman from Civraisien, and become a Super Ambassador of Civraisien in Poitou!

New developments in the Vienne !

Take advantage of the weekend to explore the Vienne differently! Go on an adventure with Eleanor's Lost TreasureAn immersive experience inspired by the world of Assassin's Creed. Thanks to augmented reality, six towns in the region are transformed into veritable open-air playgrounds, blending new technologies with heritage discovery. It's up to you: collect the clues scattered throughout these iconic locations and try to find the treasure! An ideal activity to get some fresh air and have fun this weekend.

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Geocaching with Tèrra Aventura 

Keep up the pace and extend the adventure! After Eleanor's Lost Treasure, go explore the trails of Tèrra AventuraA veritable life-sized treasure hunt, they transform the region into a vast playground… and the Vienne Don't miss out on the adventure! Before you leave, download the free app on Android or iPhone, then set off in search of the famous Poï'z. It's your turn!

 
 

Must-do family activities in the Vienne

It's impossible to leave without having discovered the must-sees of the Vienne… and believe us, you haven't seen the last of the surprises!

  • PoitiersThe city of 100 bell towers, ideal for a family heritage walk 
  • La Valley of the Monkeysfor an immersive experience in nature, getting up close to primates 
  • The Saint-Savin Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the new route and its unique exhibition dedicated to Noah's Ark!
  • Le Castle of Monts-sur-Guesnesa journey to the time of Eleanor of Aquitaine and Richard the Lionheart 

And many more surprises await you… between The Sky Giants et  Roc-aux-SorciersThere are a thousand ways to be amazed! It's up to you to discover them…

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Do you want to experience a family day that you will remember for a long time? Whether you are more nature, thrills, adventure or relaxation, the Vienne has more than one trick up its sleeve. We advise you…

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