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Curçay-sur-Dive

Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Vienne

Curçay-sur-Dive - Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Vienne
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Charming village of Vienna, region Nova Aquitaine, Curçay-sur-Dive takes place seventy kilometers from Poitiers and its famous Futuroscope. It is at the limit of Deux-Sevres, near Saint-Laon, Berrie and Glénouze.

Of very ancient origin, the common Curçay-sur-Dive was illustrated during the famous Hundred Years War and the English intrusion between the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries. Thereafter, the lords of Loudunais made the decision to erect an impregnable fortress to protect the area. Today mainly agricultural, the city also attracts passing tourists wanting to discover this region rich in history and culture.

Difficult to resist the natural charm and authentic of this city that has continued to forge its present appearance over the centuries.

Geographical information

MunicipalityCurçay-sur-Dive
Postcode86120
Latitude47.0128320 (N 47° 0’ 46”)
Longitude-0.0576470 (W 0° 3’ 28”)
AltitudeFrom 39m to 122m
Surface area15.79 km²
Population218 inhabitants
Density13 inhabitants/km²
PrefecturePoitiers (68 km, 1:07)
Insee code86090
IntercommunalityCC du Pays Loudunais
DepartmentVienne
TerritoryPoitou
RegionNew-Aquitaine

Nearest cities & towns

Ranton2.5 km (3 min)
Ternay3 km (4 min)
Glénouze4.4 km (6 min)
Saint-Martin-de-Mâcon5 km (10 min)
Saint-Laon5.5 km (8 min)
Saint-Léger-de-Montbrun5.7 km (6 min)
Berrie6.9 km (11 min)
Saint-Léger-de-Montbrillais7.3 km (9 min)
Pas-de-Jeu7.8 km (11 min)
Arçay8.2 km (13 min)
Les Trois-Moutiers8.4 km (7 min)
Pouançay8.7 km (13 min)
Tourtenay9.1 km (16 min)
Mouterre-Silly10.1 km (14 min)

Things to see and do

Ranked historic monument, the keep of the castle of Huet Curçay is the only remnant of the original building. It was built in the mid-fourteenth century. At its foot, you can admire the conservatory of Treilles of the White Queen with 500 plants of old varieties. You will discover the history, origin and characteristics of each grape variety with explanatory panels on an educational path. An ancient vine lodge was also transformed into a venue for photographic exhibitions on the theme of the vine

Today in ruins, the ancient Church of St. Peter was built in the twelfth century before being rebuilt in the seventeenth. Listed historic monument, it now has its exterior walls.

Walking through the village, be sure not to admire the bridge of the White Queen of Gallo Roman origin and listed historic monument, the cave houses and the Church of Saint Catherine. Former chapel of the castle, it presents such a beautiful chorus of the twelfth century.

If you want to enjoy the local fauna and flora, the direction Dive channel for a stroll with family or lovers. A viewpoint also can appreciate all the most beautiful surroundings of the Dive.

Places of interest

Monuments

Events and festivities

A Christmas market is offered year-end.

Photos

Queen's White Bridge
Queen's White Bridge
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keep
keep
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Door
Door
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St. Peter's Church
St. Peter's Church
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Church
Church
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Weather

Thursday 25 april
Min. 7°C - Max. 15°C
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Friday 26 april
Min. 6°C - Max. 15°C
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Saturday 27 april
Min. 9°C - Max. 16°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Fun sensory tour of La Grande Vignolle
Entertainment5 € to 7 € Turquant (24 km)
Introduction to the game of Boule de Fort
Sports sensations25 € to 80 € Saumur (28 km)
Discovery walk and activities with llamas
Nature and the great outdoors8 € Tuffalun (37 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
Ternay Castle Park
HikeEasy2:00Ternay (3.2 km)
The Great Sacred Path
HikeEasy3:00Mouterre-Silly (8.7 km)
Rose Circuit
Village visitEasy40 minGennes-Val-de-Loire (40 km)
Nouâtre/Noyers
HikeEasy1:30Nouâtre (46 km)
Hamlet of La Basse Chevrière
Village visitEasy3:00Saché (52 km)

Restaurants

Bed & breakfasts

Vacation rentals

Campsites

Hotels

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