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  • 16 Aubeterre-sur-Dronne

  • Eglise Souterraine St Jean

    Every Day

    Underground church carved into the rock in the 12th Century by Benedictine monks. Open all year from 09:30 to 12:30 and from 14:00 to 18:00 except between 15th June... Read More...

  • 16 Chassenon

  • Chassenon Roman Baths

    Every Day

    One of the best preserved Gallo-Roman sites in Europe. Open every day. See the website for more information or email to: amis.chassenon@free.fr or telephone: 05 45 85... Read More...

  • 16 Cognac

  • Musée des Arts du Cognac

    Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

    1600m² of exhibition space displays a number of impressive collections and charts the history of cognac production from the wine-growing to the design and... Read More...

  • 17 Barzan

  • The Fâ Gallo Roman Site

    Every Day

    One of the most important Gallo Roman sites in the region covering over 150 hectares and including the remains of a temple, a villa, thermal baths and a port. Open... Read More...

  • 17 Fontaines d'Ozillac

  • Hike

    Every Tue

    Randonnée pédestre every Tuesday morning, departs from Place de la Mairie at 08:30. For more information telephone: 05 46 70 67 82. Read More...

  • 17 Jonzac

  • Walks

    Every Tue, Fri

    A 5-7km walk on Tuesdays and a 8-9km walk on Fridays, departs from Place du 8 Mai at 14:00. For more information telephone: 05 46 48 01 60. Read More...

  • 17 La Rochelle

  • Aquarium La Rochelle

    Every Day

    The aquarium has jelly fish, shark pools, a tropical forest and much more. Cost Adult €12, Child (3-18yrs) €9, under 3yrs free. Audio Guide available in... Read More...

  • La Rochelle Towers

    Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

    The St-Nicolas, Chain and Lantern towers are the remains of the town's fortifications. The Chain and St-Nicolas towers are former palaces at the entrance to the port... Read More...

  • Bilingual Visit to La Rochelle

    Every Tue From: Tuesday 2 July To: Tuesday 27 August

    A guided visit through the town taking in the Hôtel de Ville, the towers, old port, market and the English parks. Commentary is in French and English by a guide from... Read More...

  • Bilingual Visit to the Hôtel de Ville

    Every Wed From: Wednesday 3 July To: Wednesday 28 August

    Guided visit of the Hôtel de Ville, considered one of the most beautiful hôtel de villes in France. Commentary is in French and English by a guide from the Office... Read More...

  • 17 Marennes

  • Discovery of the oyster-farming bed area

    Every Day

    A one hour tour with commentry on board the 'Ville de Marennes'. Discover the 'Seudre River' and the oyster beds. For further information Tel 05 46 85 20 85 Read More...

  • 17 Meux

  • Cervus Park

    Every Day

    The park has 130 mammals including fawn, deer, stag. Cost is Adult €5.50, Child €3.50. Tel: 05 46 48 30 34 Read More...

  • 17 Rochefort

  • The Garden of Returns

    Every Day

    Filled with a mix of local and tropical plants to illustrate the return of ships carrying unknown or rare plants. For further information Tel 05 46 88 20 11 Read More...

  • 17 St-Clément-des-Baleines

  • Noah's Ark's (l'Arche de Noe)

    Every Day

    This zoo and botanic garden hosts an array of museums including a shell museum, a butterfly and insect museum and a maratime museum. There is a 35 minute show of... Read More...

  • 17 St-Sornin

  • Maison de Broue (Visitors Centre)

    Every Day

    Located in the Brouage Marshes, there is a chance for visitors to see fresh water terrapin, cattle egret, european otter and much more. For further details and... Read More...

  • 79 Melle

  • L'Arboretum du Chemin de la Decouverte

    Every Day

    This park has a vast collection of ancient rose trees and thousands of different shrubs. Entry is €2/child and €4.50/adult. For further information Tel 05 49 29 15 10 Read More...

  • 79 Niort

  • Green Venice Special

    Every Day

    A full day tour including a visit to Maison des Marais Mouilles (Wet Marshes Museum), lunch and a guided rowing boat trip (2hrs). Cost is €35 Adult/€23.50 Child.... Read More...

  • Guided Visit of Niort

    Every Day

    Guided visits of Niort, Monday-Friday at 16:30. Cost is Adult €4.60/Child €2. For further information Tel 05 49 24 18 79 Read More...

  • Horse Drawn Carriage Rides

    Every Day

    Enjoy a horse drawn carriage ride along the pedestrian and cycle tracks of Niort. For further information Tel 05 49 24 18 79 Read More...

  • Pony Trekking

    Every Day

    Pony Trekking every day 10:00-12:00 / 14:00-19:00. Cost is €20/1 hour, €33/2 hours, maximum 12 people. For further information Tel 05 49 24 18 79 Read More...

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