The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Poitou-Charentes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

March 20, 2022 Leida Jutras

Discover the best top things to do in Poitou-Charentes, France including Eglise St-Clement, Eglise St-Hilaire, Church of Notre Dame la Grande, Chateau Royal de Cognac, Abbaye aux Dames, Association Hermione-La Fayette, Towers of La Rochelle, Phare de la Coubre, Clocher Observatoire, Cathedrale Saint-Pierre.
Restaurants in Poitou-Charentes

1. Eglise St-Clement

11 rue de l Eglise, 86360 Chasseneuil-du-Poitou France +33 5 49 52 77 19 http://www.ville-chasseneuil-du-poitou.fr/index.php
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Eglise St-Clement

2. Eglise St-Hilaire

Rue du Presbytere Faye-l'Abbesse, 79350 France +33 5 49 72 42 01 http://www.fayelabbesse.fr
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Eglise St-Hilaire

3. Church of Notre Dame la Grande

Place Charles De Gaulle, 86000, Poitiers France +33 5 49 41 22 56 [email protected] http://www.ot-poitiers.fr/eglise-notre-dame-la-grande/poitiers/tabid/29040/offreid/ca31a7a7-8d29-43ab-8fad-790c3df4bbf4/detail.aspx
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4.5 based on 890 reviews

Church of Notre Dame la Grande

Reviewed By Derek-simpcar - Farnham, United Kingdom

To see a medieval church still with its interior decoration in tact is so unusual it produces a real wow factor. It reminds us that was what the majority of churches were like before subsequent generations painted them over or demolished them. It’s a truly beautiful survivor that shouldn’t be missed

4. Chateau Royal de Cognac

127 boulevard Denfert Rochereau, 16100 Cognac France +33 5 45 36 88 86 [email protected] http://www.chateauroyaldecognac.com/
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4.5 based on 407 reviews

Chateau Royal de Cognac

The Royal Château of Cognac overlooking the Charente river was initially a 10th-century fortress designed to stop Norman invasions, and then in the 15th century became a stately home which was the birthplace of one of France’s most illustrious kings, Francis I. Baron Otard, who had founded its Cognac House in 1795, quickly understands that the thick walls provide exceptional aging conditions for his eaux-de-vie. He purchases the Château, saving it from total destruction The Royal Château of Cognac, which became a historic monument, is now a witness to French history and a Cognac House. We are offering a variety of tours combining two aspects of history: the history of France and the history of Baron Otard cognac up to the present day. Welcome to the Royal Château of Cognac!

Reviewed By vivelafrance1962 - Libourne, France

I took the 1-hour, 12 euro tour (the tour length is the same for everyone, the price varies only according to the quality of cognacs tasted at the end in the tasting room). I received a very warm welcome from the lovely Cecile, who speaks perfect English and was a very professional and informative guide when showing us through the chateau and the various cognac storage facilities. It's easy to find the entrance, right by the little roundabout before the bridge, loads of parking and close to other cognac houses, the river and the old town of Charente. I really recommend this tour to locals and tourists alike and they run all year round.

5. Abbaye aux Dames

11 Place de l Abbaye Bp 125, 17100 Saintes France +33 7 85 25 63 08 [email protected] http://www.abbayeauxdames.org/
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4.5 based on 351 reviews

Abbaye aux Dames

The Abbaye aux Dames is today the musical hub of Saintes. It was the first convent in the Saintonge region. The nuns were powerful women, wearing crosses and striking coins. The influence of the abbey was vast. This is still true today thanks to its musical activities and its unique architectural heritage.The Notre Dames church is a pearl of Romanesque art. The portal is richly decorated. The bell tower, in the shape of a pine cone and covered in stone scales, can be visited. Why not follow the path to heaven, you'll find a panoramic view over the town of Saintes. Discover the convent building, from its chapter house to the nuns' private quarters.

6. Association Hermione-La Fayette

Place Amiral Maurice Dupont Arsenal Maritime, 17300 Rochefort France +33 5 46 82 07 07 [email protected] https://fregate-hermione.com/
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4.5 based on 1,368 reviews

Association Hermione-La Fayette

Embark on the Hermione adventure in Rochefort ! Explore France's largest replica of an old sailing boat. Find out more about this extraordinary adventure with a host of guided tours, events and activities. Get on board and discover the upper deck and go on the gun deck, learn more about traditional craftmanship, sailmaking, rigging,... Through panels, pictures and movies, you will discover history, shipbuilding and life on board.

Reviewed By NorskemanHoustont - The Woodlands, United States

Don't miss seeing Hermione and learning about her construction and voyages to the new world. A must for history buffs as well as people who love sailing ships. Visit the displays, watch the video, then go aboard.

7. Towers of La Rochelle

Vieux Port Vieux Port, Quai Duperre, 17000, La Rochelle France +33 5 46 41 11 99 http://www.la-rochelle.monuments-nationaux.fr
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4.5 based on 2,401 reviews

Towers of La Rochelle

Looking out to the Atlantic, the Tour Saint-Nicolas (14th century), the Tour de la Chaîne (14th century) and the Tour de la Lanterne (12th and15th century) are the remains of a great fortification building campaign undertaken in the City of La Rochelle from 1199. The Tour Saint-Nicolas and the Tour de la Chaîne form the majestic gateway to the Old Port and for ten centuries formed the key defensive bastions to the city. As true palatial constructions and city castles, they are the symbol of a city with a very rich hand proud seafaring and trading heritage. The Tour de la Lanterne, the oldest lighthouse on the Atlantic coast and then a navy prison, contains over 600 examples of graffiti carved into the walls by prisoners in over 3 centuries. Open: > 1st April to 30th September: Tower Saint-Nicolas: from 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. ; Tower of La Chaîne and La Lanterne: from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2.15 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. > 1st October to 31st March: from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2.15 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Closed: > 1st January, 1st May and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 1 tower ticket : 6 € ; 3 towers ticket : 8,50 € ; Concessions (18 to 25) = 1 tower ticket : 4 € ; 3 towers ticket : 5,50 € ; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups

Reviewed By CaptainsWife1

Very interesting tour to all three towers. You don't have to visit all three in one day either. They all provide some history as well as great views from the top.

8. Phare de la Coubre

Lieu dit La Coubre, 17390, La Tremblade France +33 5 46 06 26 42 [email protected] http://www.pharedelacoubre.fr
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4.5 based on 414 reviews

Phare de la Coubre

9. Clocher Observatoire

3 Place Eudes D Aquitaine, 17410 Saint Martin de Re, Ile de Re France +33 9 67 61 51 44 http://clocherobservatoire.wixsite.com/clocher-observatoire
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4.5 based on 853 reviews

Clocher Observatoire

Reviewed By 454tonip - Haringey, United Kingdom

We climbed the church tower (€2.05 each) and saw the beautiful views over St Martin. Try to avoid times when the bells will be chiming repeatedly - it’s very loud!

10. Cathedrale Saint-Pierre

Place Saint-Pierre, 16000, Angouleme France +33 5 45 95 20 38 http://www.angouleme-tourisme.com/la-cathedrale-saint-pierre-d-angouleme
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4.5 based on 223 reviews

Cathedrale Saint-Pierre

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