Visit
Niort
For a nice day out, why not visit Niort and then maybe on the Marais Poitevin at Coulon
1hr from Puy Rond
There are numerous places to visit throughout your stay
With lots of things to see and do.
Le Marais Poitevin
A unique and amazing landscape. If you love nature, the marshes are the ideal setting to observe it and recharge your batteries as you travel the length and breadth of its 1000 kilometre maze of waterways. You can hire a boat or be taken on a trip in a punt. Fresh air, a change of scenery… you will be charmed by the authenticity !
50 mins from Puy Rond
Puy du Fou
A medieval fort is the stage for battles & incredible special effects. In the Grand Parc you’ll see breathtaking falconry displays & faithfully recreated Renaissance gardens.
A 6,000-seat Roman amphitheatre resounds to the thrills of the Roman games – real, live chariot races, gladiator fights & wild animal displays.
The highlight of Puy du Fou is the Cinescenie, a thrilling 2 hour pageant unfolding 700 years of history.
35 mins from Puy Rond
Futuroscope
A breathtaking and eye opening experience which celebrates film and the moving image with massive 3D cinemas, virtual reality simulator rides and the latest communication technology. It’s big, different and includes some great rides plus plenty to engage inquisitive minds. Just north of Poitiers, an enjoyable day for adults and children.
1hr 15 m from Puy Rond
The Japanese Gardens of Maulevrier
The ‘parc’ is centred around a large lake in a very sheltered spot with bridges, Japanese architecture (like the pagoda) and of course shaped trees typical of Japans gardens. Visit on an evening when the gardens are delightfully and imaginatively lit up. There is a small children’s play area near the Salon de Thé and plenty of space to run around.
20 mins from Puy Rond
La Rochelle
One of the best-preserved port towns in France, with a clutch of handsome 18th-century streets crowding around the impressive fortified harbour of the Vieux Port & a mouthwatering array of restaurants & cafes. Also has a great aquarium.
1hr 30m from Puy Rond
The Loire Valley
The Loire valley towns of Saumur on the Loire river & Chinon on the Vienne river are steeped in history and the region is famous for its Muscadet and Anjou wines.
50 mins from Puy Rond
Chateau Saint Mesmin
The castle of Saint Mesmin, in Saint André sur Sèvre, is a medieval fortress of the XIVth century to which was added in the XVth century an imposing donjon of 28 meters in height.
There are daily medieval animations in July and August for both children and adults!
24 mins from Puy Rond
Chateau of Sciences at Reaumur
Enter the amazing universe of this 18th century naturalist physicist.
Passionate about science, nature lovers and curious people of all kinds, you will be surprised by the richness of its discoveries and its ingenuity.
Travel freely around the house, stroll through its gardens, and above all, observe, manipulate, discover … In short, be curious!
35 mins from Puy Rond
Bioparc Zoo of Doué la Fontaine
Zoo located in a prehistoric sedimentary rock quarry, focused on the natural habitats of animals.
43 mins from Puy Rond
Troglodytes & Sarcophagi at Doué-la-Fontaine
Classified as a Historic Monument, reveals the astonishing vocations of the troglodytes: the great underground refuge in the Vikings period, the medieval chapel, the cathedral cellars, the troglodyte farm, the wine cellar and the oven, the prestigious career of Merovingian sarcophagi.
43 mins from Puy Rond
Chateau de Terre Neuve a Fontenay le Comte
Constructed in 1580, for Nicolas RAPIN, High Provost of the Constables of France and companion to Henry iv. This jewel of the French Renaissance has received many illustrious persons, such as the Duke of Sully and Agrippa d’Aubigne.
57 mins from Puy Rond
Les Sables d’olonne
One of many beautiful beaches to visit on the Vendee coast. Others include La Tranche sur Mer & Jard sur Mer
1hr 30m from Puy Rond
Equestrian Centre
Telephone: 05 49 81 28 06
Email: equitation.bressuire@orange.fr
Address: 26 Rue de Villabé, 79300 Bressuire
5 mins from Puy Rond
Golf Club du Bocage Bressuirais
Located north of Bressuire on the farmland of Grand Puchaud, Golf du Bocage Bressuirais is a municipal golf course created for the local community. It is operated by the Association of Golf Club du Bocage Bressuirais (CPOR).
Ferme du grand Puchaud, 79300 BRESSUIRE
10 mins from Puy Rond
Pescalis Fishing Centre
A huge fishing centre
Telephone: 05 49 72 00 01
Address: Route de Niort – 79320 MONCOUTANT
15 mins from Puy Rond
Parc de la Vallee
Amusement park with many different attractions.
4 Lieu dit Le Pain Bénit, 79150, MASSAIS
+33 5 49 96 85 82
25 mins from Puy Rond
Lac de la Chaize
A large lake with fantastic views and walks.
Boulevard de la Riviere, Bressuire
10 mins from Puy Rond
Chateau Bressuire
The present castle was probably founded at the turn of the 10th and 11th centuries by the Beaumont family, and it belonged to the Beaumont-Bressuire family from the 11th century to the beginning of the 19th century. Sixteenth century.
Bressuire
Ancient School Tour
Put on school uniforms, sit at the old wooden desks, write with pen and purple ink…
Bressuire
Bressuire Museum
The museums of the Bocage Bressuirais agglomeration located in Bressuire and Mauléon are places of discovery of the rich heritage of the bressuirais grove.
Bressuire
Bressuire Cycling Trails
A variety of popular cycling routes in the area.
