Activities
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SWIMMING POOLS & SWIMMING
Atlantys - Saint-Jean-d'Angély (5 min) Indoor swimming pool with outdoor area in summer.
Aulnay-de-Saintonge Summer Swimming Pool (20 min) Large outdoor pool, water slide, paddling pool and summer activities. Open Sunday to Friday from 2 pm to 7 pm. Occasional evening openings are indicated on the weekly schedule posted in the building.
Swimming pool on Frog Island - Le Mung (20 min) Outdoor swimming pool with water slide and water games.
❤️ Port d'Envaux (30 min) Designated swimming area in the Charente river and river beach.
Fouras (50 min) Beaches with views of Fort Boyard.
Île d'Oléron (55 min) Large ocean beaches.
❤️ Île d'Aix (55 min + boat) Day at the beach and cycling without a car.
🚴 THE BANKS OF THE BOUTONNE
Leaving the house
An iconic cycle route in the Boutonne valley, passing through villages of character, marshes, Romanesque heritage and typical landscapes of Saintonge.
Full route 157km or 2h30
ELECTRIC BICYCLES
The region is wonderfully explored by bicycle. A few electric bikes are available for rent, allowing you to explore the surrounding area at your own pace.
Price
€20 per bike per day
€300 per bike (cheque or cash)
Subject to reservation and availability
CINEMA , St Jean d'Angely, Cinevals, 3 air-conditioned screens
🚗 Less than 15 minutes away
🚶 Discovery tour of Saint-Jean-d'Angély
⏱️ Approximately 2 hours on foot (excluding visits)
🚗 Recommended parking: Cinévals car park, free and easy to access, it allows you to reach the historic centre in a few minutes on foot.
1. The Royal AbbeyStart with the iconic Royal Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the Way of St. James.
2. The Abbey Towers Admire the imposing towers that dominate the town and offer a magnificent panorama over the rooftops of Saint-Jean-d'Angély.
3. The Cordeliers Museum Discover local history as well as the famous Citroën expeditions in Africa and Asia.
4. The Old Clock Tower, gateway to the medieval town, is one of the symbols of Saint-Jean-d'Angély.
5. The Place du Pilori: The historic heart of the city, this square is home to the superb Renaissance fountain of the Pilori.
6. The alleys of the old town center Stroll through the small shopping streets and admire the old facades.
7. The banks of Boutonne End with a peaceful stroll along the river, between footbridges, green spaces and natural heritage.
❤️ Our tip: enjoy a terrace on Place du Pilori before hitting the road again.
Vervant Castle only until August 9th at the end of the street!
Saint-Jean-d'Angély (8 min) Classified historic town, stop on the routes of Saint James of Compostela.
Royal Abbey (8 min) Former royal abbey listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Cordeliers Museum (8 min) Local history and Citroën expeditions.
Bernouët leisure centre (8 min) Canoeing, paddleboarding, mini-golf, walk around the lake.
Saint-Jean-d'Angély Karting (10 min) Outdoor circuit accessible to adults and children.
Boutonne Valley (5 min) Hiking or cycling.
Less than 30 minutes away
Villages to discover
Saint-Savinien (20 min) Charming stone village on the banks of the Charente, boat or rowboat trips
Aulnay-de-Saintonge (15 min) Medieval village and Romanesque church listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Port d'Envaux (30 min) Charming village on the banks of the Charente.
Dampierre-sur-Boutonne (20 min) Small village dominated by its Renaissance castle.
Heritage
Dampierre-sur-Boutonne Castle (20 min) Renaissance castle and gardens.
Château de la Roche-Courbon (30 min) Furnished castle, French-style gardens and prehistoric caves.
Abbaye aux Dames de Saintes (30 min) Jewel of Romanesque art.
Arenas of Saintes (30 min) One of the oldest Gallo-Roman amphitheaters in France.
Fontdouce Adventure Park (25 min) Tree climbing, zip lines and electric scooters.
Canoe trip on the Charente (20 min) Discover the river as you drift along.
Horse riding (20 to 30 min) Several equestrian centers nearby.
Les Lapidiales (30 min) Stone quarry transformed into an open-air sculpture gallery.