Surrounding - Le Domaine de la Barre Saint-Michel

The Domaine de la Barre is 3 km away from the town of Gourgé, a village in Haut-Poitou, of 950 inhabitants with its services (bakery, restaurant, pizzeria, mini-market) and 12 km away from the medieval city of Parthenay.

The Poitou-Charentes region is a land of discovery, renowned both for the quality of its festivals and the importance of its architectural and natural heritage.

When you arrive at Domaine de La Barre, you will have brochures with all the sites you can visit. Until then, have a look at this selection of the main sites in order to help you prepare your stay.

Le Puy du Fou

Puy du Fou is classified as the most beautiful amusement park in the world. And this is not overdone: the shows are grandiose. You will see breathtaking special effects and acrobatics: horses and their riders emerging from the water, incredible rides and stunts! Dances, music, shows to delight you. Not to mention the highlight of the show: the “Cinéscénie”, harmony of theater, sound and light. While you stay at Domaine de La Barre, you can get there in an hour’s drive.

Festivals

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

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Sport and nature

You prefer a more sporty holiday? Discover the sports activities accessible a few minutes from the Domaine de la Barre!

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The Futuroscope

A little less than an hour from the Domaine de La Barre, you will find the Futuroscope, an amusement park whose fame is well established: take advantage of the many activities for young and old, which combine science, documentaries, adventure and spectacular sensations.

Castles and monuments

From the Domaine de La Barre, lovers of history and beautiful sites can feast on places dating from prehistoric times to the Renaissance, witnesses to the power and wealth of Haut-Poitou. In addition to the many Romanesque churches including the church of Saint-Hilaire de Melle, listed in 1998 as a Unesco World Heritage Site, here are some tips to tempt you.

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With children

You are going on vacation with your children and you want to offer them activities to do together? Discover activities you can do near the Domaine de la Barre.

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The Marais poitevin

Nature lovers and fans of mysteries will be keen to discover the Marais poitevin, whose origin is due to the Dutch. Take a boat from Coulon or Magné piers to glide on the Sèvre Niortaise and its tributaries along the conches. You will use the “pigouille”, oar serving as a rudder, as the peasants did in the past when they took their cows from meadow to meadow in their boat. And unravel the mystery of the water which in places ignites!

Zoos and aquariums

Several animal parks, zoo and aquariums are located near the Domaine de la Barre. Monkeys, crocodiles, La Rochelle aquarium, enough to satisfy animal lovers.

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Local gastronomy

Discover the many culinary specialties of the region: mojettes, farci poitevin, angelica … Lovers of very good food will find La Petite Marmite in Gourgé with a “Lyon cork” spirit. For star restaurants: in 40 minutes to an hour from Domaine de La Barre, exceptional restaurants near Saumur and Cholet.

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