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Embarquez à bord du "Jehan Martin" au départ de Cenon sur Vienne. Cette balade en bateau nous mènera en approche du moulin de Chitré. Sur ce parcours "nature" nous découvrirons un paysage et une faune préservé. Le commentaire nous fera revivre la marine traditionnelle et l'histoire des lieux.

Embarquez à bord du "Jehan Martin" au départ de Cenon sur Vienne. Cette balade en bateau nous mènera en approche du moulin de Chitré. Sur ce parcours "nature" nous découvrirons un paysage et une faune préservé. Le commentaire nous fera revivre la marine traditionnelle et l'histoire des lieux.

Forclan Point, planted by the French Forestry commission and newly-landscaped, is a much-appreciated spot for family outings (picnic tables) or sports activities (including a health circuit). Situated between theVienne and Clain rivers, this has always been a prized setting. As early as 1900, the local population enjoyed coming here to relax, and in spring and summer would board the «Hirondelle» steam boat connecting Châtellerault with Cenon, disembarking at the lively open-air cafés that lined the Vienne riverbanks.

Atelier d'illustration à l'aquarelle pour adultes (ou ados dès 13 ans) avec Hélène Valentin, auteur-illustrateur. L'animation se déroule dans son propre atelier d'Availles. 25€/pers. Réservation à l'office de tourisme de Châtellerault : 05 49 21 05 47 ou renseignements auprès d'Hélène

Since 1810, the Lepine family has been producing walnut and hazelnut oil - an ancient tradition producing a flavour which is unlike any other. Here the kernels are crushed and ground into a thick paste, secondly the paste is fried until it browns - this the difficult and most delicate part of the production because the savoury taste depends on the frying. The paste is then poured into a hydraulic press where the wonderful, golden oil drips out. Walnut oil is a healthy oil thanks to its high vitamin content and the quality of its fatty acids which actually help lower cholesterol levels.

La Gourmandine hotel and restaurant, renovated according to environmentally friendly guidelines, combines the charm of the early 20th century with all the mod cons of the 21st century. The restaurant is open to all guests.

Whether it is for a seminary, a reception, a marriage, a banquet or a cocktail party … Be allowed bewitch by the exceptional frame of places. Tranquillity, exoticism and warm welcome are assured.