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VIENNE: ROMANESQUE TREASURES AND FUTURISTIC VISION

Romanesque vaults rise toward the light. Frescoed walls breathe prayer. Stone sculpture whispers faith. Vienne bridges the ages, fully customizable.

≈ 10
Days
357
Km
9
Stops
📖 5 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Poitiers will enchant you with its Romanesque architecture. Saint-Savin abbey will offer its frescoes. Explore Civray and its hidden chapels and sacred art treasures. Montmorillon hides in the river valley. Past and future embrace harmoniously here.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Poitiers

romanesque cathedral architecture majesty

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Day 1
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Discover

1
Notre-Dame-la-Grande.
2
Saint-Jean Baptistery.
3
Palace of the Dukes.
4
Futuroscope Park (multimedia attractions and dynamic cinema).
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Activities

→
Saint-Hilaire Church (UNESCO).
→
Sainte-Croix Museum.
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Medieval center.
+3 Optional activities
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Next stop
Distance: 30.5 km
Travel time: 1h01
2
Day

Chauvigny

castle ruins hilltop fortress

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6 photos
Day 2
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Discover

1
Baronial castle.
2
Saint-Pierre Collegiate Church.
3
Abbey of Saint-Savin (UNESCO).
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Activities

→
Giants of the Sky (birds of prey show).
→
Vienne.
→
Valley of the Frescoes.
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Next stop
Distance: 21.6 km
Travel time: 43min
3
Day

Saint Savin

abbey fresco medieval sanctuary

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9 photos
Day 3
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Discover

1
"Romanesque Sistine").
2
City of Writing (bookstores).
3
Octagon.
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Activities

→
Gartempe.
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Romanesque heritage.
→
Macarons.
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Next stop
Distance: 20.4 km
Travel time: 41min
4
Day

Montmorillon

river valley hidden gem

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4 photos
Day 4
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Discover

1
Saint-Nicolas Church (sculpted Romanesque facade).
2
Anglin.
3
Henri-IV Bridge.
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Activities

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Medieval frescoes.
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Roc-aux-Sorciers (cave art).
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Embroidery.
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Next stop
Distance: 70.4 km
Travel time: 1h10
5
Day

Civray

church carved romanesque prayer

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4 photos
Day 5
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Discover

1
Auto-Moto-Vélo Museum.
2
Blossac Theatre.
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Next stop
Distance: 99.3 km
Travel time: 1h39
6
Day

Angles Sur L Anglin

river village pastoral landscape

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3 photos
Day 6
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Discover

1
Square Tower.
2
Sainte-Croix Collegiate Church.
3
Martray Gate.
4
Cardinal de Richelieu ideal city.
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Activities

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Arms factory.
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Blossac Park.
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Affair of the possessed.
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Next stop
Distance: 37.7 km
Travel time: 1h15
7
Day

Chatellerault

bridge town metalwork tradition

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2 photos
Day 7
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Discover

1
Henri-IV Bridge.
2
Auto-Moto-Vélo Museum.
3
Blossac Theatre.
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Activities

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Renaudot Museum.
→
Nuns' Square.
→
Blossac Park.
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Next stop
Distance: 53.3 km
Travel time: 53min
8
Day

Loudun

tower fortress rampart defense

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4 photos
Day 8
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Discover

1
Square Tower.
2
Sainte-Croix Collegiate Church.
3
Martray Gate.
🎯

Activities

→
Affair of the possessed.
→
Renaudot Museum.
→
Ramparts.
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Next stop
Distance: 23.9 km
Travel time: 48min
9
Day

Richelieu

cardinal town grid design

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6 photos
Day 9
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Discover

1
Cardinal de Richelieu ideal city.
2
Market hall.
3
Castle park.
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Activities

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Nuns' Square.
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Classical architecture.
→
Museum.

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What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, blooming countryside, ideal for all regions, moderate crowds, excellent value, romantic atmosphere.

Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, peak tourist season, highest prices, crowded attractions, perfect for Mediterranean coast, festival season.

Fall (September-October): Harvest season, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, wine regions spectacular, excellent photography, good value.

Winter (November-March): Christmas markets, ski season Alps, fewer crowds, lowest prices, cozy indoor attractions, cultural experiences.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 8 and 12 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

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