heading for the Vienne with family for Ascension weekend

Heading for the North of Vienne for a nature & heritage stay

The surroundings of Loudon offer you a verdant parenthesis thanks to its flourishing natural landscapes. For the Ascension Bridge, travel through the Loudun region between nature and heritage.

The Center Parcs Domaine du Bois aux Daims, nature in family style!

Le Domaine Bois aux Daims offers you all the comfort and the possibility of putting down your suitcases in accommodation bathed in nature. Take this chance to spend rejuvenating nights in the middle of the woods, while enjoying the many activities of the park. Pony rides, bowling, archery, there's something for everyone!
Young parents will also find everything they need to spend a peaceful holiday with their baby! Self-service areas provide microwaves and bottle warmers. As for the cottages, they all have a baby bed, high chair and playpen available.

Tempted by the sun for a swim, but you are afraid of catching cold in this spring season? Discover indoor swimming atAqua World ! The aquatic center offers unusual activities such as thrilling slides, a wild river or its famous Water Tree.

A region of heritage and history

Go with your children to discover the heritage through visits to historic places such as Castle of Monts sur Guesnes. In this XNUMXth century building^eme century, discover the lives of Eleanor of Aquitaine and Richard the Lionheart, a good opportunity to perfect your historical knowledge in a fun way during a long weekend with the family!
This visit offers you a real dive into the Middle Ages, passing through no less than 800m² decorated rooms, as well as a medieval camp outside the castle. 

Continue the pleasure of historical visits by letting yourself be seduced by the Domaine de Roiffe. This place designed above all for relaxation offers families a neat and regenerating setting. Set aside a day to enjoy its activities as a part of golf, a Horse ride or in a horse-drawn carriage or even a moment of relaxation at the O'Claire's spa. More of a beer fan? You can discover all the manufacturing stages at the Microwinery ! The whole family will find something to enjoy at Roiffe for Ascension! Without forgetting after all these celebrations, it is also possible to enjoy a good meal at the estate's restaurant: the Alcove.

A wilder experience at Château de la Mothe-Chandeniers

Let yourself be charmed by the Chateau de la Mothe-Chandeniers where you can admire the vegetation reclaiming its rights and coexist with tourists around and in the castle. To better discover this unusual place, visitors are offered three treasure hunt trails, in order to get closer the mysteries of the castle of La Mothe-Chandeniers. Will you take up the challenge?

A fun family weekend

Who said vacations shouldn't be brain-racking? Parents and children are required for these visits.investigations and puzzles which combine fun and tourism: the ideal mix for the long Ascension weekend!

The course Tèrra Aventura de Moncontour: La Grande Buée

Geocache routes Tèrra Aventura are treasure hunts that can be found throughout New Aquitaine, and the Vienne is not left out! Download the free application in advance on your Android or on your iPhone and get ready to discover the story of Moncontour and its dungeon thanks to the courseThe Great Fog“. The 2,5 km walking route gives you the opportunity to take a walk on the wash trail.

Poitiers or the city getaway for the whole family!

Discover Poitiers and its surroundings and put together a “best-of” Ascension weekend to visit the must-see places in the capital of the Vienne.

Discovering the city center of Poitiers

Immerse yourself in Picta city lifevienne discovering the city’s must-see attractions. There St. Peter's Cathedral, Sainte-Croix Museum, Baptistere Saint Jean,Church of Our Lady of the Great, Le Palais, the Town Hall, all these legendary places await you! To avoid missing anything in Poitiers, follow our guide tour in 10 steps.

Also take advantage of the day to relax on the terrace among those we have selected for you or even let yourself be tempted by a gourmet snack at Sweet Time & Cie or in Jasmine and Lemongrass. Maybe this good time in the sun will have won you over and you want to extend the evening in style. Poitiers by night, take a look at our tips to find out where to go out in Poitiers.

An extraordinary stopover at Futuroscope

Take advantage of this long weekend to visit the the emblematic Futuroscope park. With its crazy attractions and new products like the recently voted “best attraction in the world” Tornado Chaser, children and parents will have unforgettable moments.

For an even more unusual break, why not spend a night in the hotel Cosmos station. For one night, become an intergalactic hero and enjoy a room decor that looks like a futuristic cabin. Spacious atmosphere guaranteed!
You can even complete this stay worthy of the greatest science fiction films by opting for a dinner at the restaurant Space Loop ! Admire your dishes spinning on rails at high speed to arrive at your table. This unique experience in France will send your dishes into a spin and delight your taste buds.

Warn the children! This Ascension weekend, we're heading towards Vienne to do plenty of family activities!