Holidays in Poitou Charentes

Enjoy cruising on the river Charente as it passes through the quiet rural countryside, vineyards and pretty villages, or enjoy freshwater bathing in its flowing waters. Poitou-Charentes offers not only these but all manner of water sports and activities.

It is also home to the popular Futuroscope Theme Park. Situated 10km north of Poitiers this attraction offers state of the art cinematographic and audio-visual presentations.

The seaside city of La Rochelle has a well-preserved and picturesque old town and a water–front lined with restaurants and cafés.There are many kilometres of sandy beaches on the island, Île de Ré across a 2.9 km bridge. La Rochelle is also home to a large, modern aquarium.

In this region you will find the historic town of Cognac, the home of Cognac Brandy.The famous cognac houses of Hennessy and Rémy Martin provide guided tours of their cellars for a modest fee.

For a good day outing, La Palmyre Zoo at Les Mathes makes an excellent destination. This well maintained and popular zoo strives to keep their animals in as near natural conditions as possible.

HOSEASONS Boating Holidays
CAPRI (cruiser) Jarnac Brochure Code EB1055 Sleeps 3 weekly range £580-£1270	CLIPPER (cruiser) Jarnac Brochure Code EB1033 Sleeps 4 weekly range £1145 - £2500	CIRRUS 2 (cruiser) Jarnac Brochure Code EB1080 Sleeps 4 weekly range £715 - £1560	SHEBA (cruiser) Jarnac Brochure Code EB1052 Sleeps 5 weekly range £680-£1500	CAPRICE (cruiser) Jarnac Brochure Code EB1031 Sleeps 6 weekly range £1340-£2480	CRUSADER (cruiser) Jarnac Brochure Code EB1021 Sleeps 6 weekly range £1230-£2690	TAMARIS (cruiser) Jarnac Brochure Code EB1041 Sleeps 6 weekly range £850-£1860
ELEGANCE (cruiser) Jarnac Brochure Code EB1013 Sleeps 6 weekly range £1535-£2870	CALYPSO (cruiser) Jarnac Brochure Code EB1014 Sleeps 8 weekly range £1340-£2925	ORION (cruiser) Jarnac Brochure Code EB1022 Sleeps 8 weekly range £1200-£2605	GRANDE CLASSIQUE (cruiser) Jarnac Brochure Code EB1003 Sleeps 10 weekly range £1821-£3785	SALSA (cruiser) Brochure Code EB1001 Sleeps 10 weekly range £1525-£3230	NAUTILLIA (cruiser) Jarnac Brochure Code EB1008 Sleeps 10 weekly range £1250-£2810	The Charente river passes the cities of Cognac, Jarnac, Saintes and Rochefort, and is navigable to Angoulême. A perfect leisure area for boat trip lovers.

Self-Catering Apartments in Poitou Charentes

LES GRANDS PINS

[Carcans Maubuisson]
Summer season: 04/05/2013 to 21/09/201386

Set in the heart of a pine forest, the Carcans residence comprises small 2-storey buildings and has an open-air unheated and unsupervised pool, as well as a children's paddling pool. Fancy a spot of sunbathing? The terrace and its sun loungers await. The shops are close to the lake 1.5 km away. The sea and the beach are 3.5 km away.

LE FORT DE LA RADE

[Ile de Ré]
Summer season: 12/04/2013 to 28/09/201351

300 m from the port of departure, on the Pointe Sainte-Catherine, the Fort de la Rade is a renovated historical building, inside a fortified walled area. A protected area and pedestrianised island. 200m from the beach.

LE PALAIS DES GOUVERNEURS

[Ile de Ré]
Summer season: 23/03/2013 to 17/10/201358

250m from the port of Saint-Martin-de-Ré, the residence is near the beach and 'The Cible'. In a private park, it occupies the former 'Palace of the Governors' of classical local style buildings, faithful to the architecture. Leisures are at your disposal, a semi-heated indoor pool, sauna and children game room.
Ile de Re is connected to La Rochelle by a bridge. 80km of walks to explore the island. Huge beaches, dunes scent of the Atlantic forests and salt marshes. Narrow and winding streets with white houses with colorful shutters.

CENTRE

[La Rochelle]
Summer season: 23/03/2013 to 17/10/2013117

In the heart of the city of la Rochelle, in the Saint-Nicolas area, our residence is near the old harbour and its lively streets. Benefit from the heated indoor pool for a relaxing break on the furnished terrace. Ideal for bike rides, you are near the beach, shops and station.

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Holidays inPoitou Charentes

Holidays in
Poitou Charentes