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Regions of France : Poitou-Charentes

At first glance the long ribbon of sandy coastline, bathed in sunshine during the summer months, of Poitou-Charentes has something of the southern Mediterranean about it. But as you get to grips with the region you notice the influence of the Atlantic creeping in.

The resorts may be less glamorous than in the south but historically they’re much better looking.

Inland, the countryside has an early morning dewy quality of moistness, the fields are lushly green, the rivers are softer and the population evenly spread. Around Cognac the glow of the vineyards crowned by the individual châteaux, produce the famous golden elixir.

To the north, the Marais Poitevin - nicknamed the “Green Venice” - is France’s version of a warmer less wind swept Norfolk Broads. It’s a dream world of river boulevards and emerald coloured shimmering reflections.

Added to all of this, the region formed an important part of the pilgrims' route across Europe to north west Spain, and is blessed with some of the finest romanesque churches in France. Driving along the smaller roads is immensely enjoyable as the A10 takes the brunt of the traffic sweeping through the region.

Charente

  • Cognac's blackened roofs and warehouses for the elixir of the gods
  • Angoulême on a natural acropolis and the nearby "Versailles of Charente"

  • Look down on the Charente valley while sipping Pineau

Charente-Maritime

  • Twin towers in the harbour dominate beautiful La Rochelle
  • Mile upon mile of sandy beaches near Royan
  • Beach holidays on Ile de Ré and 17th town planning in Rochefort
Comfort Hotel Saint Nicolas - La RochelleComfort Hotel Saint Nicolas - La Rochelle  
A few steps from the harbour and its famous towers, on the edge of the pedestrian precinct, the hotel benefits from the charm, comfort and quiescence of an old, but renovated, house in the heart of the historic district.
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Deux-Sèvres

  • Romanesque treasures in Thouars and Melle
  • Sleepy medieval lanes in Parthenay with its fortified upper town
  • Prosperous Niort on the edge of the Marais Poitevin waterworld

Vienne

  • Cutting edge technology and visual delights at Futuroscope
  • Ruined castles rise above medieval Chauvigny
  • A living museum - Poitiers bustles in every marketplace and café terrace
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