Poitou Charentes Tourism Attractions

• Poitou Charentes is a little-known but growing touristic region in France, especially appreciated for its seafront beauty and its famous Marais Poitevin and inland scenery.
• Poitou Charentes is the ideal location for sailing trips and all kind of water sports activities to practise throughout the year in one of its multiples sailing schools and clubs.
• Poitou Charentes is also an ideal location for those looking for walking, those looking for biking and even horse-riding, combinated to the nature discovery.
• Number of music festivals are also celebrated in Poitou Charentes and play an important role as touristic attraction and promotion of the culture. This is the case of the famous Francofolies music festival in La Rochelle.

This region has beaches galore and is therefore perfect for anyone wishing to have relaxing holidays. Moreover, this region is widely known for its nature and preserved environments.

Towns here are exactly what one would expect in terms of old French terroir and can provide you with the most amazing views over the countryside or the sea. The life there is simple and relaxed, people aim at simply appreciate everyday life and so should be your holidays: simple, calm and enjoyable.

If you are more into buildings and old monuments, do not worry as there are lots of these as well. Poitou Charentes has a wide sample of beautiful old cathedrals, monasteries, abbeys and music festivals are often organised in these venues.

Alternatively, if you are looking for sporting holidays, do not forget to have a look at the coastline activities. Indeed La Rochelle, Royan and Rochefort offer many water activities. If you prefer sailing and boating, why not take a boat trip to Fort Boyard, an ancient jail out at sea, or visit Aix island?

Come to La Rochelle!

The outstanding nature of Marais Poitevin