Château d'Oiron dans les Deux-Sèvres

Niort - Marais poitevin Heritage treasures

Welcome to the north of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, sitting proudly between the Marais Poitevin and the first castles of the Loire. An invitation to discover small villages and towns showcasing their premium-quality, authentic architectural heritage acknowledged through the French “Petite Cité de Caractère” (“Villages and Small Towns of Character”) label. Ready for a tour?

Airvault

Airvault

Arçais

Arçais

Saint-Loup-sur-Thouet

Coulon

Coulon

La Mothe-Saint-Héray

La Mothe-Saint-Héray

Celles-sur-belle

Celles-sur-belle

Melle

Melle

Mauleon

Mauleon

Oiron

Oiron

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