Top Things to do in Deux-Sevres
Top Hotels in Deux-Sevres
- 1. KYRIAD Niort Espace Mendes France
- 2. Hotel Au Marais
- 3. Ibis Niort Est Mendes France
- 4. Best Western Hotel de la Breche
- 5. Appart'City Confort Niort Centre
- 6. Mercure Niort Marais Poitevin
- 7. B&B Hotel Niort Marais Poitevin
- 8. Hotel Solana Inter Hotel
- 9. France Hotel
- 10. Premiere Classe Niort Est - La Creche Hotel
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Top 10 Castles in Deux-Sevres, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Discover the best top things to do in Deux-Sevres, France including Domaine de Saint-Loup, Chateau fort de l'Ebaupinay, Chateau Renaissance de Coulonges-sur-l'Autize, Chateau Saint Mesmin, Chateau de Cherveux, Chateau de Javarzay, Chateau de Parthenay, Chateau d'Oiron, Chateau de Mursay, Chateau de Coudray-Salbart.
Restaurants in Deux-Sevres
1. Domaine de Saint-Loup
2. Chateau fort de l'Ebaupinay
3. Chateau Renaissance de Coulonges-sur-l'Autize
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
4. Chateau Saint Mesmin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 79 reviews
The castle of Saint Mesmin, at Saint André sur Sèvre, is a XIVth century to which was added, in the XVth century, an imposing 28m high keep. The medieval festival in July, August gives visitor an unusual insight into the workings of the castle, entertainment for children and adults, and others activities. Guided tours, or unaccompanied visits.
5. Chateau de Cherveux
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
A Scottish CastleThe wall was defended by ordnance loopholes and surrounded with wide moats. And elegant construction, in the shape of an irregular pentagon, with tall towers, and a drawbridge. The round walkway is covered with a high roof.Cunningham, a scot, captain of one of the ordance companics created by king Charles VII and captain of the bodyguard of king Louis XI.
6. Chateau de Javarzay
7. Chateau de Parthenay
8. Chateau d'Oiron
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 157 reviews
Built from the 16th century by the seigneurial family Les Gouffiers, the Château d'Oiron today houses the contemporary art collection Curios & Mirabilia, loosely based on the theme of the curiosity cabinet in reference to the fabulous art collection of Claude Gouffier, master of King Henry II of France's stables. Artists reinterpret an exceptional place and original décor - galleries of Renaissance wall paintings in the School of Fontainebleau style, painted panelling and carved woodwork from the 17th century. Visitors are invited to explore "curiosities" and "marvels" following in the footsteps of the Marquis de Carabas - or Puss in Boots, who, it is said, was based on Claude Gouffier. FROM 1ST JUNE TO 30 SEPTEMBER Open every day 10.30-18.30 FROM 1ST OCTOBER TO 31 MAY Open every day 10.30-17.30 N.B Last admission to the ticket office 1h before closing time. CLOSING DAYS 1 January, 1 May, 1 & 11 November and 25 December
Reviewed By andrewtaylorpoet - Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom
This is a gem of a place. Beautifully maintained and with welcoming and friendly staff. Beautiful location and the current exhibitions, ‘Le temps pour horizon by Julie C. Fortier and Nomen Nescio by Nicolas Daybanes are stunning. The permanent art collection fits perfectly with the surroundings. Plenty of space and good social distancing planning is in place. The gardens are wonderful to peruse and perfect to picnic in. Highly recommended.
9. Chateau de Mursay
10. Chateau de Coudray-Salbart
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By Iweinvanaalst - Lille, Belgium
The castle of Coudray Salbart was probably erected from 1202 onward by Hugues I l’Archevêque. By 1243 his successor Guillaume V l’Archevêque nearly quintupled the surface of the original fortification with financial help of the kings of England (who were also counts of Poitiers) who sought to protect the Plantagenet lands against the kings of France. The stronghold was gradually abandoned from the fifteenth century onward, causing its medieval layout to be frozen in time. Visitors can discover the castle of Coudray Salbart with the help of information panels our participate in a highly recommended 90 minute guided tour. The barbican with drawbridge and the two towers with the entrance to the lower court in between have sadly disappeared. The curtain wall of the upper court and its towers have survived largely intact. The fortress of Coudray Salbart boasts several architectural particularities : Two almond shaped towers (and a double ditch) protect the (most) vulnerable east side of the castle. Their peculiar shape helps deflect incoming projectiles. The “double tower” received a reinforcing jacket up until two thirds of its height, creating a striking visual effect. Apart from the “big tower” all the towers of the upper court are linked by a continuous intra mural corridor, a feature most likely inspired by castles in the Holy Land. The corridor is situated too high for sapping but too low to be damaged by siege engines. The upper court is accessed via a (rare) staircase tower with an old (rare) drawbridge mechanism and without a portcullis. The barracks of the garrison and the ceremonial hall (sala) have disappeared but the private room of the lord (camera, in the “big tower”) and his chapel (capella, in the “tower of Saint Michael) have survived. The wall walk and the tower platforms are not accessible. Two siege engines located in the lower court are fired at regular intervals. PS 1 : Honor and praise to the friends of Coudray Salbart and their most kind president for their exemplary work in consolidating and animating the fortress ! PS 2 : Visitors with a deeper interest in the castle are recommended to purchase the DVD “Le temps des chateaux” of Editions Riches Heures which comprises an eighteen minute chapter about Coudray Salbart with a 3D walkthrough.
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