Explore Château de Mornay at Saint-Pierre-de-l'Isle

This course is part of the Niort - Marais Poitevin Trail Station. A forest course for trailers who want to work on their endurance. This course will allow you to do technical sessions such as Fartleck with feeling, blocks with threshold and many others! -> Trail Station marked course

Enjoy a walk at the edge of the forest of Chizé and discover the charming village of Beauvoir-sur-Niort.

Come and discover the incredible heritage of Usseau, Antigny and Olbreuse !

In 2019, Usseau joins with Priaires and Thorigny-sur-le-Mignon to form the new commune of Val-du-Mignon and becomes its chief town.

This walk and discovery trail, in the communes of Vernoux-sur-Boutonne and Périgné, offers a wealth of varied landscapes and built heritage: the Vernoux-sur-Boutonne hydraulic ram, the remarkable Foucambert washhouse, the "La Crézolle" castle, the Vilaine stone bridge and the old Gènebrie mill. Parking and departure from place de la mairie and salle des fêtes. Initiated in the 2000s, the walks and discoveries are now managed by the Mellois en Poitou Community of Communes, in collaboration with the local communes. To date, there are 50 of these itineraries, ranging from 1 to 16 km, enabling families, cyclists and experienced walkers to explore the region and discover its many facets (landscapes, small-scale heritage, etc.).

Thanks to archaeological excavations, we find traces of occupation of the Rochénard site since the end of the 1st century and the beginning of the 2nd century AD. The 1978-79 excavations revealed a cemetery with burnt human and animal bones, fragments of ceramics and glass, as well as coins dating from the Roman period. You can find them at the Pierre-Henri Mitard cultural space in Usseau. Since 1287, the name of the commune has been in constant evolution but the toponymy is quite similar. The culture of the vine is the main activity of the commune in the XIXth century but the phylloxera puts an end to it. The inhabitants turned to livestock and cereal farming. In 1948, the commune was described as a "pilot" because it was a model for rural communes: electricity, running water, baths and showers, a rural home... -> Unmarked route

Come and relax on a walk that combines heritage discoveries and encounters with nature in the Belle valley, between low drystone walls and crystal-clear washhouses. Most of the walk takes you through a landscape of plains and ribbons of poplars. Parking and departure from Périgné church forecourt. Initiated in the 2000s, the walks are now managed by the Mellois en Poitou community of communes, in collaboration with the local communes. To date, there are 50 of these itineraries, ranging from 1 to 16 km, enabling families, cyclists and experienced walkers to explore the region and discover its many facets (landscapes, small-scale heritage, etc.).

From the Belle valley to the plains, this cyclo tour of the Périgné commune offers a wealth of varied landscapes and built heritage: the castles of "La Crézolle" and "Le Vau", the Périgné church. Parking lot and departure point in front of Périgné church. Initiated in the 2000s, the walks and discoveries are now managed by the Mellois en Poitou Community of Communes, in collaboration with the local communes. To date, there are 50 of these itineraries, ranging from 1 to 16 km, enabling families, cyclists and experienced walkers to explore the region and discover its many facets (landscapes, small-scale heritage, etc.).

Come and relax on a ride that combines heritage discoveries and encounters with nature. This hilly ride offers panoramic scenery, buildings such as washhouses and fountains, and a visit to the Château de Couturette. Parking and departure point just outside Crézières, at the end of Rue de Bellevue. Initiated in the 2000s, the walks are now managed by the Mellois en Poitou community of communes, in collaboration with the local communes. To date, there are 50 of these itineraries, ranging from 1 to 16 km, enabling families, cyclists and experienced walkers to explore the region and discover its many facets (landscapes, small-scale heritage, etc.).

Its name would be an alteration of forum (place of public meetings). In 1981, at Champ-Royal, excavations revealed the remains of an ancient vicus (small town) extending over three hectares with villas, baths, porticoes and forum. Mentioned for the first time in 1100, Fors is protected by its fortress, an advanced citadel of the castle of Niort erected by the Count of Poitou to delay the progression of attackers coming from the south. In 1494, the lord was Guy Poussard, a king's advisor, whose daughter Anne became the first mistress of the Count of Angouleme, the future Francis I, who would have built a manor house on the site of the castle. Part of the towers were used to build a town house in the 19th century. Today, only the ruins of the castle remain. -> Unmarked itinerary.

Discover our large family home with heated indoor pool! Whether you're staying with family, friends or for a seminar, we've thought of everything to offer you comfort, relaxation and wonderful moments to share? Chizé Sleeps up to 12 people. 5 bedrooms (4 upstairs): Upstairs: - Blue room with 160 cm bed - The terracotta room with 160 cm bed - Green room with 140 cm bed - The dormitory with 4 beds (90 cm). With bathroom and WC Ground floor: - Ground-floor master suite with 140 cm bed With bathroom and toilet - Fully equipped kitchen: ceramic hob + Teppanyaki, ovens, dishwasher, fridge and freezer, wine cellar, washing machine - Children's playroom - Covered, heated swimming pool and enclosed grounds.

The Vancouver cottage is a spacious and comfortable 4-star accommodation, ideal for families and groups of up to 6 people. Spread over two levels, the ground floor features a large, cozy living room—perfect for gathering—as well as a fully equipped, inviting kitchen. Upstairs, three pleasant bedrooms each offer a quiet space of their own. Air conditioning ensures comfortable living in the summer. Outside, you can enjoy a peaceful setting with access to the park and the estate’s swimming pool, reserved for guests. It’s the perfect place to relax, share good times, and discover the gentle pace of country life.

The Tournesol cottage is a charming, single-story 4-star accommodation, ideal for a peaceful stay in the countryside. Bright and spacious, it offers a beautiful living area with a comfortable living room, a cozy dining room, and a fully equipped kitchen—perfect for sharing good times. The two bedrooms offer flexible sleeping arrangements suitable for families or friends. Outside, you can enjoy a private, enclosed garden with furniture and a barbecue for your outdoor meals. On the property, a swimming pool and spacious outdoor areas are available to guests, in a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere ideal for rest and unwinding.

Our 3 Star hotel, the “Domaine du Griffier”, built in the 18th century on 7 hectares is close to Niort (15min), consists of 33 refurbished rooms, of which 27 are classified 3 Stars and 6 are unclassified. We offer 2 reception rooms one of 380m² where 330 people can be seated and one of 210m² where up to 180 people can be seated. Furthermore we have 8 meeting rooms for up to 50 people. We also have an indoor swimming pool with a fitness area, a restaurant “La Table Sebastien” open to everyone (except Saturday afternoons, Sundays and holidays). Open throughout the year (closed from 20th December 2019 to 4th January 2020). Ideally situated close to the A10 motorway exit (Paris-Bordeaux) and close to the RN150 (route nationale: main road, Niort – Bordeaux).

Eco-Familial Gite - Riverfront - 10 pers

The oldest silver mines in the world that can be visited, exploited from the 7th to the end of the 10th century, at the time of Charlemagne, to supply the monetary workshop with precious metal. 3D film presenting the history of the mines, the mining and metallurgical techniques, underground guided tour of 350m of galleries, 3D film explaining coinage. All visits are guided.

Guided walks in the towns and villages of the Pays Mellois and beyond, with Alex, Regional Guide Interprète in New Aquitaine since 2013: Let's rediscover together the unjustly named "small heritage"! Méli Pass 2026 partner: ot-paysmellois.org/blog/248-de-nouveaux-sites-de-visite-pour-le-melipass-en-2026

Gîte 3 places "Mifigue-Miraisin" is a 38 m² loft. You enter through a small kitchen, which leads to a living room with a double bed and a wood-burning stove to create a cosy atmosphere. The space is also ideal for meals. Also on the ground floor, a private toilet and bathroom with shower. Upstairs, a mezzanine is dedicated to relaxation, perfect for reading and games for all ages. The bedroom is continuous, with a single bed. A private, shaded terrace is at your disposal to enjoy the fine weather.

We have refurbished this characterful farmhouse with all the comforts to allow you to recharge your batteries and stay in the peace and quiet, away from the crowds In the middle of the fields but close to the village, it includes four spacious guest rooms with independent entrance, private toilets and bathrooms. Breakfast is served in the dining room or in the garden, where you can enjoy homemade jams and sweets, organic products, local specialities, drinks and various breads. We adapt to your dietary preferences (egg-free, milk-free, gluten-free etc) We put at your disposal a fully equipped kitchenette, a living room shared with the guests but independent from ours, a relaxation room/library, the garden with barbecue and garden furniture. Babies are welcome free of charge, equipment is available on request. Parking on the spot

This former seigneurial estate was once called St-Martin-d'Augé. It included a priory close to the forest of Chizé. Where does this name come from? In the fourth century, Martin, then abbot of Ligugé, going from Availles-s.-Chizé to Mauzé-s.-le-Mignon, stopped there to evangelize the population. In 1804, the prefect Dupin wrote that "the wines, which constitute the most important income of the commune, are good, especially the whites. It is made an excellent brandy that is very close to that of Cognac". In 1928, the village takes the name of Boisserolles, located 1 km from Augé, mentioned in the 13th century. and where the town hall is located. In 2018, it merged with Prissé-la-Charrière, Belleville and St-Etienne-la-Cigogne to form the new commune of Plaine d'Argenson. What to see: former priory of St-Martin, fountain of Augé, monumental cross in homage to the combatants...

The village appears situated on a height with its bell tower emerging from a bouquet of greenery. Its name would derive from the pulleys with lever called storks, whose wells of the country were once equipped. The parish, mentioned in 1100, was created during the clearing of the Chizé forest. Franchises were granted by the Earl of Poitiers in order to attract new inhabitants. Placed on the royal roads, it is in the 16th century. a place of passage of Protestant or Catholic troops. Before phylloxera, most of the commune is covered with vines producing a white wine from which a brandy as good as that of Cognac is taken. In 2018, it merged with Prissé-la-Charrière, Belleville and Boisserolles to form the new commune of Plaine d'Argenson and became a delegated commune. To see: old house of St-Etienne, church of St-Etienne, cross hosannière.

The village, watered by the Mignon, is quoted for the first time in 1183. First in the hands of Aliénor d'Aquitaine, the seigneury became in 1346 the domain of the Comte d'Eu and Guines, connetable of France. Decapitated in 1350, her property was confiscated for the benefit of the Crown and later attributed to Marguerite de Valois, daughter of Charles VI. Then Charles VII gave it to Christin of Chambers, captain of his Scottish guard. In the middle of the 18th century, the parish was partly covered with communal wood. Sheep and a few oxen were raised there, and the vines were cultivated there until the phylloxera invasion in 1880. After the disappearance of Prissé-le-Grand, Belleville inherited the hamlet of Ayguis in 1888. In 2018, it merged with Prissé-la-Charrière, St-Etienne-la-Cigogne and Boisserolles to form the new commune of Plaine d'Argenson and become a delegated commune.

Built in 1100, Prissé was divided into two communes in 1790: Prissé-le-Petit and Prissé-le-Grand. The latter was then divided among several villages at the end of the 19th century, while Prissé-le-Petit, once again Prissé, merged with La Charrière in 1972. The Charrière, mentioned in 1243, is cosy sitting in a small valley and crossed by the Alleuds and Puits-Neuf streams. Before 1880, it was mainly planted with vineyards producing a wine of the same quality as that of La Foye-Monjault. In 2018, Prissé-la-Charrière joined forces with Belleville, St-Etienne-la-Cigogne and Boisserolles to form the new town of Plaine d'Argenson and become its capital. To see: tumulus of Péré (neolithic necropolis), church of St-André, castle of Péré (two plane trees classified "remarkable trees"), park of La Charrière, Feast of plants and garden at the castle of Péré.

Located on the highest point of the commune (90 m. high) and on the edge of the forest of Chizé, it is the only working windmill-tower in the south-deux-sévrien. This old banal mill, depending on the seigneury of Raimbault until the Revolution, was registered in 1975 in the inventory of sites and its safeguarding association received the prize "Chef-d'œuvre en péril" for having proceeded to its restoration. Today, the site is revived during events and is also rented for festivities.

Located on the highest point of the commune (90 m. high) and on the edge of the Chizé forest, it is the only windmill operating in the south-two-Sevrian. This old banal mill, whose existence is mentioned since 1482, depends on the seigneury of Raimbault until the Revolution. The last miller, Louis Royer, died in the 1970s. From 1973, "Les Amis du Moulin de Raimbault" restores the roof, the wings, one of the three wheels and the inner mechanism (Berton system). He was registered in the inventory of sites in 1975 and his safeguard association received the "Masterpiece in Danger" award. Since 1989, it "turns and makes flour". The commune acquires it in 2004. The site is now revived during demonstrations and is also praised for festivities.

Located near the old mill, the former farm appears on the Napoleonic cadastre of 1819. Its main building is composed of two levels of elevation to the south corresponding to the living rooms; one to the north for the cellar and the barn. Its south façade has bolt holes with a flight stone, which testify to the presence of a dovecote. Inside, two fireplaces and a "kitchen garden" have been preserved. Opposite, the outbuildings (animal shelter and bakehouse), of more recent construction, delimit the courtyard.

Bakery pastry snacking. Giant brioche speciality.

Open all year round, Monday to Friday for lunch and Friday evening. Saturday noon, June to September. Evenings and Sundays upon reservation for groups.

Gastronomic restaurant at the Château du Domaine du Griffier. Inventive "homemade" cuisine of extreme quality between land and sea. A decoration between tradition and modernity. Think of the terrace on sunny days: the view of the castle is sumptuous. Catering activity for your receptions or weddings at Domaine du Griffier.

La Petite Guinguette du Grand Châtelier opens its summer shutters! Come and discover this simple, warm place, with its feet in the water, where it feels good : ? Sip a drink with friends ? Nibble on some sweet treats ? Treat yourself to a cool ice cream or smoothie ? Take the time? to breathe? and enjoy an exceptional natural setting Deckchairs, fresh grass, a peaceful atmosphere: everything you need for a moment of relaxation. Access is reserved for guests of the guinguette or accommodation. Open every Sunday from 2pm to 8pm Whether you're in the mood for a snack or an aperitif, we're waiting for you!

Street Food

Welcome to Le Fusionnel restaurant. Our cuisine is family-style and traditional. It's inspired by simple moments of sharing and indulgence. From Monday to Friday, we offer lunchtime menus: - Starter + Main Course + Dessert at 18.00 ? - Starter + Main Course or Main Course + Dessert at 16.00 ? - Main course at 12.00 ? For takeaway catering and events, please contact us by phone on 05 49 04 64 63

Small campsite located on the banks of the river Boutonne. Ideal for those who like greenery and quietness. Possibility to canoe on site.

Ideal for a stay with family or friends, the gîtes de la Fontaine welcome you in a quiet and green environment. Chez Octavie, a pretty stone house, located in a hamlet, on the edge of the river and near the forest of Chizé. You can enjoy the arbour in summer and relax by the fire in winter Nearby, hiking trails, Baudet du Poitou farm, Château de Dampierre sur Boutonne, Zoodyssée, Aulnay Romanesque church, Terra Aventura geocaching course. 30 mn away, Marais Poitevin, Melle silver mines, Niort and its keep. One hour from La Rochelle, Cognac, Futuroscope.

The gites de la Fontaine welcome you in a quiet and green environment, ideal for nature lovers. At Marie's, you will appreciate the terrace facing the meadow and the poplars, inside the large dining room and the games room with bar, ping-pong and table football. On the ground floor, a bedroom and a bathroom are accessible for people with reduced mobility. Twinned with the gîte Flavie (the two gîtes can be rented together, with access from the inside through the games room and the small museum situated between the two)

Ideal for a stay with family or friends, the gîtes de la fontaine welcome you in a quiet and green environment, facing the meadow and the poplars. At Flavie's, you can enjoy the large wooden terrace with a pergola on the south side. In winter, you can enjoy the wood fire in the fireplace. For people with reduced mobility, there is a bedroom and an adapted bathroom on the ground floor. The Flavie gîte can be twinned with the Marie gîte. These two gites can be rented together (access by the inside through the games room and the small museum located between the two). Nearby, hiking trails, Baudet du Poitou asinerie, Château de Dampierre sur Boutonne, Zoodyssée, Aulnay Romanesque church, Terra Aventura geocaching trail. 30 mn away, Marais Poitevin, Melle silver mines, Niort and its keep. One hour from La Rochelle, Cognac, Futuroscope.

Discover our large family home with heated indoor pool! Whether you're staying with family, friends or for a seminar, we've thought of everything to offer you comfort, relaxation and wonderful moments to share? Chizé Sleeps up to 12 people. 5 bedrooms (4 upstairs): Upstairs: - Blue room with 160 cm bed - The terracotta room with 160 cm bed - Green room with 140 cm bed - The dormitory with 4 beds (90 cm). With bathroom and WC Ground floor: - Ground-floor master suite with 140 cm bed With bathroom and toilet - Fully equipped kitchen: ceramic hob + Teppanyaki, ovens, dishwasher, fridge and freezer, wine cellar, washing machine - Children's playroom - Covered, heated swimming pool and enclosed grounds.

Our LOV'NID MIRA is a small one for lovers, perched 8 meters above the ground, in a small wood adjoining an orchard, near the river. It is a small spherical-shaped hut, a cosy little nest, offering a view of the sky thanks to a porthole placed above a vast circular bed. It is insulated with sheep's wool and covered with larch shingles. A wonderful place where you will share unforgettable moments as a lover or a family.. Access is via a large staircase with a douglas fir landing leading to a terrace surrounding the hut. A caravan is located at the foot of the hut with a table and benches convertible into a double bed. Both cabins are equipped with hot and cold water, electricity and heating.

Welcome to Papi's Hangar, a place to rest, share, reunite and PLAY. We offer a wide range of games, a games room and beautiful spaces for you to get together and share good times. Take advantage of the outdoor heated swimming pool, petanque court, wooden games and covered dining area. To discover - Our 5-hectare Chizé Forest, for cycling, walking, horse riding... - Zoodyséé, 10 minutes away, with its night-time Terra aventura, - The Marais Poitevin, 15 minutes away, for walking, boating, canoeing, cycling... - Le Puy du fou 1h30 away, - Futuroscope 1h30 away, - Our beautiful coastal beaches (La Rochelle, Ile de Ré, Ile D'Oléron, Châtelaillon, Royan ... and many other discoveries in our beautiful region) Capacity: 14 passengers max (can be combined with Granny's hangar) We look forward to meeting you

Welcome to Le hangar de Mamie, a peaceful cottage for a relaxing stay. Here, 4 travelers can stay in a wood-panelled Queen-size bedroom (180) and a colorful perched mezzanine. All this in a fully-equipped accommodation designed to make you feel right at home. We accept pets, who like you, will be able to enjoy our enclosed garden and many walking paths. To discover - Our 5-hectare Forêt de Chizé, for cycling, walking and horse riding... - Zoodyséé 10 minutes away, with its night-time Terra aventura, - The Marais Poitevin, 15 minutes away, for walking, boating, canoeing, cycling... - Le Puy du fou 1h30 away, - Futuroscope 1h30 away, - Our beautiful coastal beaches (La Rochelle, Ile de Ré, Ile D'Oléron, Châtelaillon, Royan ... and many other discoveries in our beautiful region) Looking forward to meeting you

In the heart of the forest, in Villiers en Bois, we welcome you to Le Prioulet for a family celebration, a school trip, a stopover or a company seminar. This communal structure has retained its wooden beams, exposed stone walls and carvings to give the place all the charm and originality it needs. Le Prioulet offers quality accommodation with 2 reception rooms and 59 beds in 2 buildings: - The "La Chapelle" building with a large function room for 80 people and 16 beds - T&H certified (hearing, mental, visual) - The "La Grange" building with a small reception room for 24 people and 43 beds - T&H-approved (auditory, mental, visual, motor) - A "Point Accueil Jeune" where you can set up your tent, caravan or camper van Rentals can be adapted to suit your needs. Management is free.