Aux alentours

Le Puy du Fou

Le Puy du Fou is rated as the most beautiful amusement park in the world. And it is not an exaggeration: the shows are grandiose. You will see breathtaking special effects and acrobatics: horses and their riders emerging from the water, incredible horseback rides and stunts! Dances, music, shows to delight you. Not to mention the highlight of the show: the “Cinéscénie,” a harmony of theater, sound, and light. Staying at the Domaine de La Barre, you can reach it in one hour by car.

Festivals

Poitou, a land of solidarity and exchange, offers numerous festivals throughout the year. Here are a few nearby, depending on the season during which you are staying at the Domaine de La Barre.

Sports and Nature

Prefer a more active holiday? Discover the sports activities available just a few minutes from the Domaine de la Barre!

Le Futuroscope

A little less than an hour from the Domaine de La Barre, you will find the Futuroscope, an amusement park with a well-established reputation: enjoy the numerous activities for both adults and children, combining science, documentaries, adventure, and spectacular sensations.

Castles and Monuments

From the Domaine de La Barre, history and beautiful site enthusiasts can indulge in places dating from prehistory to the Renaissance, showcasing the power and wealth of Haut-Poitou.

Besides the numerous Romanesque churches, including the Saint-Hilaire church in Melle, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1998, here are some suggestions to whet your appetite.

With children

You are going on vacation with your children and want to offer them activities to do together? Discover the possible activities near the Domaine de La Barre!

Le Marais poitevin

Nature and mystery lovers will be eager to discover the Marais Poitevin, whose origin is due to the Dutch.

You will take a boat at the Prada dock in Coulon or Cardinaud in Magné (79) to glide on the Sèvre Niortaise and its tributaries along the conches.

You will use the “pigouille,” an oar used as a rudder, just as farmers once did when they took their cows from one field to another in their boat.

And unravel the mystery of the water that ignites in places!

Zoos and Aquariums

Several animal parks, zoos, and aquariums are located near the Domaine de la Barre.

Monkeys, crocodiles, La Rochelle aquarium, enough to delight animal lovers.

Local Gastronomy

Discover the many culinary specialties of the region: mojettes, farci poitevin, angelica…

Food enthusiasts will find La Petite Marmite in Gourgé, which has a “Lyonnais bouchon” spirit.

For Michelin stars, within 40 minutes to an hour from the Domaine de La Barre, there are exceptional restaurants near Saumur and Cholet.