Poitou-Charentes
The region is on the west coast facing the Atlantic.
Good communications and important maritime facilities helped the region's financial wealth. The important ports such as La Rochelle became gateways to the Americas.
Ravaged by the 100 years war and the war of Religions. The region was attached to France in 1417.
Regional capital : Poitiers
Departments / Counties of Poitou-Charentes
| Number | Departement | Capital |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | Charente | Angoulême |
| 17 | Charente Maritime | La Rochelle |
| 79 | Deux Sèvres | Niort |
| 86 | Vienne | Poitiers |
Antiques, brocante, secondhand
Violette Gurr Antiques
Antiques and fine art dealer situated in the Romanesque town of Melle, Deux SevresArt, artistes, artisan, handcraft
Cooking and cuisine
Les Ruches French Cookery Holidays
A vacation with the cooking lessons. A perfect match for people wanting to learn the secrets of French cuisine and enjoy a relaxing time in the Poitou-Charentes region.
Gites, Bed and breakfast, Chambres hotes
Le Tilleul
Set within the peaceful village of Paizay le Tort, a charming river valley surrounded by sunflowers in the Poitou Charentes.Maison Garmston Brettes
Self catering holiday accommodation in Brettes, south west France, for holiday rentals, situated in the relaxing countryside of Poitou-Charente. Perfect for your French self catering accommodation whilst on holiday.
Holiday Gites
Poitou Charentes Rentals have 12 Gites for rent in the Pays Mellois in Poitou Charentes, from 3 to 12 persons.
