Boasts a number of historic attractions :
Gallo-Roman Amphi-théâtre, Roman bow of Gallo-Roman Germanicus, thermal baths,
The " Abbey aux Dames " monastic set established in 1047, with its XIth and XIIth century
church " Notre-Dame".
Ville Fleurie
Towards the Sea,
The magnificent beaches of the Atlantic Ocean, The Zoo of Palmyre, The Aquarium of La Rochelle, The Gardens of the World of Royan, The visits and the cruises towards the îles de Ré, of Aix and of Oléron, famous " Fort Boyard ", the oyster farms and so much more ...
Around Saintes
The Town of Saintes
The Cathedral St Pierre : the bell tower is worth walking the 243 steps, the prize is to ponder over the city! Cathedral Saint Eutrope (World heritage of Unesco in conformance with the " Roads of Saint-jean de Compostel " .Its Cruises on the river Charente, its walks and hikes, its magnificent 18 holes Golf. Leisure activities, culture, history, architecture, gastronomy, restaurants and markets, the city will not fail to amaze you by all its wealth.
In Land,
The wine storehouses of the most prestigious houses of Cognac, the famous quarries of Crazannes, walks along and boating on the river Charente, so many museums and castles are waiting for your visit...
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