Luçon is a must visit South Vendée: the plain to the north, south and Marais Poitevin such a cord, its channel to the sea, this is the jewel offered numerous witnesses of history that you find along the streets. The old port, the fishing district, the chapels, the cathedral and its cloister .... and a water tower with a unique architecture in the world. Walkers will delight in the bucolic garden Dumaine nestled in the heart of the city .... By discovering this city, you will understand why already Pictones time, the man had chosen this place to live in mild climate and why the 21st century is so attached to the "Belle" which also offers the diversity of shops and services, all the attractions of a country town.
SIGHTSEEING
Notre Dame Cathedral: Gothic style above all, it has ancient Roman parts and more recent classic style. It was elevated to a cathedral in 1317 and was classified a historical monument Aug. 9, 1906. She welcomed Cardinal Richelieu who was bishop of Luçon reformer and set about rebuilding the city destroyed by the wars of religion. The cathedral has a harmonious cloister, a remarkable furniture that you can find free or through guided tours.
Jardin Dumaine: beautiful park of more than 4 hectares cited among "the most beautiful gardens in France." The basin and its bronze nymphs, the bandstand, the fables of La Fontaine illustrated topiary and orangery will amaze your ride.
Chapel of St. Ursula: painted altarpiece late seventeenth and ceiling.
Chapels St. Thérèse of Carmel and the water tower.
Markets Halles every Wednesday and Saturday morning.
Expo Fair on August 15.
ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Royal Abbey of Saint-Michel-en-Herm: a heritage treasure marsh dried, 13 centuries of history and a unique and exceptional architecture to discover during tours from mid-June to mid-September, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Deluol Museum in Saint-Michel-en-Herm man, André Deluol, was inspired by the beauty of the human body and left a legacy of more than 150 works, paintings and sculptures. The pleasure is magnified by the size of the stone, marble and wood.
Island Dive: this ancient island in the Gulf of Pictones, cradle of the Marais Poitevin, reveals the wealth of both historical and natural heritage. Stunning views over the Bay of Aiguillon.
National Nature Reserve Michel Brosselin: created October 15, 1976, this National Nature Reserve protects 207 hectares with about 120 recorded species of birds each year, stilt, redshank, pintail, Eurasian Spoonbill ... Division of Natural Areas Marais Poitevin at 2 rue du 8 mai in Saint-Denis-du-Payré. Information +33 2 51 28 41 10.
The restaurant is definitely Au Fil Des Saisons to know the address in Luzon. Both in the decoration of the kitchen you will find a subtle blend of modernity and traditions. Food quality...
Located in Luçon
36 € per person
La Mirabelle
8.3
Luçon
This is in strict accordance with the canons of the Vendée kitchen chef Benoit Hermouet composed dishes and menus that you can enjoy the restaurant La Mirabelle. To enjoy this cuisine...
Located in Luçon
52 € per person
Auberge de La Court d'Aron
8.4
Saint-Cyr-en-Talmondais
At the heart of the Vendée in a building of 19 th century, the Inn of the short works of Aron you down. The old stone walls give the room a charm that invites you to relax. The quality...
Bed and Breakfast in a mansion of the 15th, 17th century in the heart of the city of Luçon. 20 minutes from beaches and 35 minutes from La Rochelle.
Located in Luçon
From 80 € to 110 € the double room
Villa des Roses
7.9
Luçon
Bourgeois house in Art Deco style in the Town center with private garden and parking, heated pool and summer kitchen. 2 charming guest rooms for 2 to 3 people and a family suite for...
Located in Luçon
From 65 € to 70 € the double room
Logis de La Levraudière
Sainte-Gemme-la-Plaine
Nestled in the heart of the Vendée, on a wooded park of 8000 m ², our home vendéen for you by its authenticity, its stone walls, beams and calm assured. 3 rooms for 3 or 4 people 36...
Domaine des Terns is a holiday village situated in a natural and friendly on the edge of a lake of 42 hectares in the south Vendee. We welcome you to our 30 breeding capacity 4-6 persons....
Located in Luçon
From 230 € to 685 € per week
Gite de charme Côté-Marais
Chaillé-les-Marais
In a dependency property, quiet, we have arranged for you a gite for 2-4 people. Including a living room, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom. And a private terrace. The pool is shared with...
Located 12.9 km from Luçon
From 250 € to 500 € per week
Domaine de Garreau
Saint-Martin-des-Fontaines
House of character, Marais Poitevin, comfortable 4-star ranking prefecture again, indoor pool, sauna, fishing lake on site, bike, garden available, hiking trail on site, Marais Poitevin...
Accessible camping quality and quality tourism, Daffodils welcomes you in a festive and family atmosphere: everything is done to make your stay unforgettable vacation. At 800 meters...
The Clem'hotel is situated between the Poitevin marshes and the green farmlands of Vendée, 80km by car from the airport of Nantes. All of our 49 bedrooms are air-conditioned and equipped...
Located 11.1 km from Luçon
Room from 64 €
Les Chouans
6.3
La Faute-sur-Mer
Set in the centre of La Faute-sur-Mer, this residence is located 500 metres from the beach. It offers colourful rooms and apartments equipped with a microwave, TV and a coffee maker....
Located 18 km from Luçon
Room from 29 €
Logis Auberge De La Riviere
8.6
Velluire
This Logis hotel is located in Velluire, on the banks of the River Vendee. It is 50 kilometres north of La Rochelle and offers en-suite rooms with TV and free Wi-Fi. The Logis Auberge...
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