Neighbor to the east of the Niortais basin Marais Poitevin, Upper Val de Sèvre is drawn on hillier lands. Connected upstream of the Sèvre Niortaise, this territory offers panoramas and rural atmospheres to discover on foot, by bike, by running and even by water. With a rich pristine natural environment, built heritage such as the numerous wash houses, fountains, bread ovens, mills and hamlets safeguard local history in the heart of Poitou.
The ELEMENT-EARTH adventure
Le Upper Val de Sèvre c'est un back to basics, literally at the sources! It's a immersion in the heart of nature, along the hilly landscapes and through the legends.
Taking its paths, crisscrossing its alleys, following its meanders is travel through the past, it's observing the seasons, it's admiring the landscape!
Nota Bene: Amateur and lover ofsoft roaming, we invite you to borrow the cycle route 94 from Echiré and to cross our regions to the rhythm of the pedal board!
Top 5 to see and do in Haut Val de Sèvre
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Town of Saint-Maixent-l’Ecole
Saint-Maixent-l'Ecole has a rich heritage born from the development of the abbey founded in the 5th century. More recently, it owes its influence tomilitary school created in 1877. Nestled on the banks of the Sèvre Niortaise, the city offers a colorful stroll to the rhythm of water and history.
02
Bougon Tumulus Museum
Did you know that the Haut Val de Sèvre has been inhabited for thousands of years? HAS Grumpy, Tumulus Museum retrace the history of this archaeological site composed of six Tumulus of exceptional historical value, classified as a historic monument. Scientists have estimated their construction at 5000 BC
03
The Pit of Hell
This Sensitive Natural Area bears a very funny name for a site which nevertheless displays all the characteristics of idyllic landscape! Between greenery and streams, the walk is highly recommended, with the highlight being the discovery of the majestic waterfall!
04
Cherveux lake
Public chat the waterOn lands and even in the tunes, Cherveux lake Saint-Christophe offers you an attractive range of activities for go for a walk, have fun with family and friends!
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Trail
That you are intense running, trail against the clock, or rather Sunday jogging, Here you will find routes adapted to your expectations. THE hilly landscapes punctuated by remarkable sites offering a great diversity of sensations. Extension of the Station Trail Niort – Marais Poitevin, our courses are real playgrounds for those who love nature sports!
Other curiosities of the Haut Val de Sèvre
Terra Aventura
Walking ou by bike, in villages or on old paths, through forests, bocages et the valleys of the territory, the game Terra Aventura immerses you in the history of Haut Val de Sèvre with its myths and legends. Discover 5 routes in the Haut Val de Sèvre.
Contact the Haut Val de Sèvre Tourist Office
UPPER VAL DE SÈVRE TOURISM OFFICE
Ante 1, rue Denfert Rochereau
79400 Saint-Maixent-l’Ecole
+05 49 05 54 05 XNUMX
[email protected]
www.tourisme-hautvaldesevre.fr