Things to Do near L’ancien Café – Suites & Gîtes
Located in the south of the Deux-Sèvres countryside on the border with the Charente and Charente-Maritime, L’ancien Café – Suites & Gîtes in Aubigné is ideally placed for discovering both inland charm and coastal escapes in South-West France.
Nearby, guests can explore the historic market town of Chef-Boutonne, admire Romanesque architecture and heritage trails in Melle, or enjoy a day trip to Niort, the gateway to the Marais Poitevin nature area.
The wider region of Deux-Sèvres offers peaceful countryside walks, cycling routes, traditional French villages, and local markets showcasing regional produce.
For guests wishing to explore further afield, the beautiful Atlantic coastline is within easy driving distance, where you’ll find sandy beaches and popular seaside resorts—perfect for a day by the sea, fresh seafood dining, and coastal walks before returning to the tranquillity of the countryside.
Close :
* Château Javarzay
* Verteuil-sur-Charente
* Mines d’Argent
* Marais Poitevin
* Les Gours lake
Family attractions:
* Vallee des Singes
* Zoodyssee
* La Palmyre Zoo
* Futuroscope
* Aquararium La Rochelle
Nice city excursions:
* Niort
* Cognac
* Saintes
* La Rochelle
* Angouleme
Atlantic beaches :
* Châtelaillon-Plage
* Fouras-le-bains
* Ile d’ Aix
* Ile d’Oléron
* Ile de Ré
Château Javarzay in Chef- Boutonne
🚗 8 min
Monkey Valley
Zoodyssee
La Palmyre Zoo
Futuroscope
Aquararium La Rochelle
Les Gours pond
🚗 10 min
Refresh yourself in a beautifully situated little lake. Accessible free of charge all year round.
Silver Mines
🚗 20 min
These are the oldest silver mines you can visit in Europe. Silver ore has been mined here since the 6th century, but the first coins were struck during the reign of Charlemagne. Don’t hesitate to combine this visit with a tour of the historic center of Melle.
Verteuil-sur-Charente
🚗 30 min
Visit a magnificent medieval village, Verteuil-sur-Charente. The river Charente flows through the village.
Marais Poitevin
🚗 40 min
Nestled in the heart of the Marais Poitevin regional nature park, Venise verte is a must-see. The marshy region boasts unique flora and fauna. Rent a boat or go for a walk.
Saintes
🚗 50 min
Visit the historic center, which preserves elements from Roman times (Triumphal Arch and amphitheater).
Cognac
🚗 50 min
The old town, with its magnificent streets and medieval buildings, is also well worth a visit. If you visit here, you should know that the Musée des Arts de Cognac is a must-see. Here you’ll discover the entire history of the town and the world-famous drink of the same name.
Châtelaillon-Plage, Fouras-le-bains
🚗 55 min
Discover the diverse beaches of the Atlantic coast.
Futuroscope
🚗 1 hour 10 minutes
Futuroscope is a French theme park built around themes such as multimedia, cinematography and futuristic audiovisual techniques. The park features several cinemas using various techniques, such as 3D, IMAX and 360° techniques. There are also live performances and a variety of attractions.
La Rochelle
🚗 1 hour 15 minutes
The town has well preserved the buildings of yesteryear and is one of the most picturesque towns on the Atlantic coast. The old port and its characteristic towers are also well worth a visit.