Located in the Valley Thouet in Deux-Sevres, this area is particularly attractive for its numerous monuments, natural landscapes, his campaign raised and the flavors that result. It has tourism potential.
The name of the city of Airvault comes from "Vallis Aurea" which means the Golden Valley. Indeed, many prospectors came to seek the precious metal in the Thouet.
Men came to settle in Airvault since prehistoric times. In the early third century, there was the invasion of the barbarians. Then, we have no trace of the city before the 10th century.
In 975 Aldéarda Aulnay, Viscountess of Thouars, founded the first Church of St. Peter, dedicated to the apostle. This monument has allowed the development of Airvault, completed by the original castle and many shops moving into the city.
The city enjoys an industrial boom in the 19th century. The lime kiln demonstrated. The bourgeois are seeking outlying houses of the city center and settle up walks. The town grew.
SIGHTSEEING
A Airvault, discover the Saint-Pierre Abbey, the abbey house, which remains an ethnographic museum, the medieval town center with its timbered houses, its subterranean fountain, its halls and the old castle. The old castle is considered one of the few examples of military architecture of the 11th century by the historian Henry Bodin.
Getting through the medieval town center and discover the lime kiln, instead of walks where the Chapel of Mary Three, the bridge and that of Soulièvres Vernay, located in the meadow of Soulièvres. This 15-acre meadow is of great beauty.
The Thouet traverses over 150 miles between the Deux-Sevres and Maine-et-Loire, bordering department, and offers beautiful scenery on the way, as Airvault, St. Généroux and Saint-Loup-Lamaire.
The territory of the Airvaudais is dynamic, in summer you will discover Nuits Romanes, the Farmers Market Country, canoeing outputs between Saint-Loup-Lamaire and Airvault, guided tours, hikes and outings, concerts ...
In addition, major festivals are held: "World Music and Dance" which hosts artists from around the world. Dance and world music are waiting for this event combining entertainment, exhibitions, events, concerts and festivillages. The festival "The Dream of the Aborigine", the first French festival of didjeridu, guimbarba and overtone singing. Through three days of musical and cultural representation of Aboriginal peoples, the festival conveys a fundamental: respect for nature and humans. "Walls have ears" combines music and discover the heritage of the townships of Airvault and Saint-Loup-Lamaire.
ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Airvault is the head of the canton of Airvaudais, composed of six villages: Availles-Thouars, Boussais, Irais, Marnes, Saint-Jouin-de-Marnes and St. Généroux. Each village has architectural treasures and natural. The abbey of Saint-Jouin-de-Marnes, a jewel of Romanesque art, the church and the bridge of St. Généroux, the fortress Piogé (private property) and the bridge in Availles-Thouars, wooded countryside, the landscapes and the Church of St. Paul to Irais or the Landes of Hôpiteau to Boussais ...
A few kilometers away, the medieval village, the castle and the church of Saint-Loup-Lamaire, church or Gourgé Lake Cébron. Moncontour is to discover a village, its tower, the church of St. Nicolas, the path of the lake and wash will delight you.
Gâtine also offers many monuments, sites and activities as the commander of the Antonines and the church to Saint-Marc-la-Lande, Parthenay Country of Art and History with its ruined castle, the Saint-Jacques, many churches, the Rue de la Vau Saint-Jacques with its half-timbered houses, the town museum and the Heritage House, the Garden Val de Flore, the Navel of the World, Mouton Village, Coulonges-on-l'Autize , Pescalis ...
Located in southern part of the Loire Valley, the Château of Saint Loup is a major landmark in the history of France. Here the Black Prince incarcerated the french King, John the Good,...
Located 4.4 km from Airvault
From 105 € to 220 € the double room
O trois oliviers
10
Louin
Old farmhouse on the road kings of England, the heart of the Valley Thouet rich Romanesque heritage in countries gatine.
Located 9.7 km from Airvault
From 47 € to 57 € the double room
Le Grand Saule Chambres d'Hotes Vienne
10
Moncontour
With a large family room for five people and a romantic and tranquil double room. Le Grand Saule Bed and Breakfast is elegant and spacious. At the heart of the region Poitou Charentes...
Situated a few miles south of Saumur and the Loire valley between the market towns of Thouars and Loudun. Only a four hour drive from the port of Dieppe or under 1 hour from Tours &...
Located 18.3 km from Airvault
From 345 € to 495 € per week
La Paillerie
Bressuire
Ideal for lovers of history and nature, our 3-star gîte is situated 300 metres from the Château of Bressuire. Pleasant views across the Dolo valley and only a short walk from town...
The Chateau de Saint Loup is set in a 50-hectare park and is located in the southern part of the Loire Valley. This former castle offers grand rooms with private bathrooms. The bedrooms...
Located 4.5 km from Airvault
Room from 115 €
Chambre d'hôtes Les Mesanges
7.2
Saint-Jean-de-Sauves
Located near Leugny, this guest house is 1.2 km from the centre of Saint-Jean-de-Sauves. It offers simple rooms with views over a large garden. Each room and suite at Les Mesanges guest...
Located 16.3 km from Airvault
Room from 49 €
Arthé Hotel
Thouars
Arthé Hotel is set in Thouars, just 20 km from Biopark Zoo in Doué-la-Fontaine and 30 km from Saumur. It offers an on-site bar and restaurant, which serves set menus and a buffet of...
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