Holiday gites in Poitou-Charentes
Two lovely self catering cottages with a pool in South West France
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Romanesque churches of medieval Melle
Melle is a busy small town about 25 minutes drive from Vanzay. Melle was founded in the reign of Charlemagne as a mining centre and was, for a time, the home of the French mint, although silver had been mined…
Read MoreExploring the medieval history of Poitou-Charentes
Poitou-Charentes has had a turbulent history that has left a rich cultural and architectural heritage. This heritage is best represented by the numerous churches, many of which are Romanesque and served pilgrims on the route to Santiago de Compostela. Over…
Read More5 Reasons to Holiday in France Right Now
Of course there are plenty of reasons to take a holiday in France at any time, but right now there are five particularly good reasons why a holiday in France makes perfect sense.
Read MoreBressuire Grand Prix and Circuit des Remparts, Angoulême
These two events in the region’s classic racing diary, the last weekend of June for the Bressuire GP and the third weekend of September for the Circuit des Remparts, are not to be missed occasions that each has its own…
Read MoreNew Family Attractions in Poitou-Charentes
Summertime family entertainment is certainly important to the French and the habit of adding new innovations to established attractions reinforces this point and keeps the attractions modern and entertaining. So, for 2015 visitors, here are three new attractions that are…
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