A municipality in classified as a Small Town of Character, peaceful and dynamic at the same time, with green landscapes. With its remarkable heritage and natural surroundings conducive to discovery, Chef-Boutonne offers a true immersion in the gentle way of life of the region.
Top 3 things to see and do in Chef-Boutonne
01
Javarzay Castle
This medieval castle of the 16th century is a must-see monument in Chef-Boutonne and Mellois. It has a charming setting with its towers and turrets, its park and its architecture which bears witness to the past "Renaissance" of the region. The castle also houses a museum space that invites visitors to travel into the world of human ingenuity and discover an emblematic figure, Jean-Ftançois Cail, a great industrialist of the 19th century.
02
The church of Saint-Chartier
With its architecture sober and elegant, typical of religious buildings in the region. Inside, you can admire beautiful decorative elements, including statues and stained glass windows, which bear witness to local history and traditions.
03
The natural surroundings and hiking area are ideal for hiking and cycling.
A stopover town on the Vélidale cycle route (linking Saint Nazaire to Lake Vassivière), Chef-Boutonne has multiple hiking trails, offering the chance to explore the town and surrounding villages, sometimes along the river "La Boutonne". An ideal place to relax and explore the day and toute tranquility.
Contact the Pays Mellois Tourist Office
MELLOIS COUNTRY TOURISM OFFICE
2 Place Bujault
79500 Melle
+05 49 29 15 10 XNUMX
[email protected]
ot-paysmellois.org