There is no shortage of tourist activities in Poitiers. Visitors can discover the city's rich historical heritage by visiting iconic monuments such as Saint-Pierre Cathedral, Saint-Jean Baptistery, and the Palace of the Counts of Poitou. Art lovers can admire the exhibits at the Sainte-Croix Museum, which has a varied collection ranging from prehistory to contemporary art. Visitors can also stroll through the bustling pedestrian streets of the city center, with its numerous shops, restaurants, and cafes. The area around Poitiers is also full of tourist sites not to be missed. The Vienne Valley offers numerous leisure activities such as canoeing, cycling or hiking. The region is also known for its vineyards and gourmet products, such as goat cheese from Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine and wines from Chinon and Saumur. In summer, visitors can enjoy music festivals and cultural events held in nearby towns and villages, such as the Confolens Festival, which highlights cultures from around the world.
- The Palace of the Counts of Poitou-Dukes of Aquitaine, it represents a treasure of medieval architecture in France
- The Notre-Dame-la-Grande church, sculpted in the 12th century
- The historic heart of Poitiers, discover paved streets, its warm-colored facades and lively squares.
- Broulé de Poitou, a delicious dry and crunchy cake similar to shortbread
- Chabichou from Poitou, made from pure goat's milk
- Poitevin farce, a meat and spice filling in green cabbage leaves
- The Futuroscope, a park combining cutting-edge technology and artistic creativity. It is one of the 10 unusual places to visit in France
- The Sainte-Croix Museum to discover the history of Poitou
- The Roseraie floral park is the ideal place for a bucolic break in the city
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