Vouvant – Medieval Village of Vouvant loop from Vouvant

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Vouvant – Medieval Village of Vouvant loop from Vouvant

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Vouvant – Medieval Village of Vouvant loop from Vouvant

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11.8km

110m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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40 m

Vouvant

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In the center of the village lies a gem of Poitou-Charentes architecture: the Romanesque church and its richly decorated northern facade. Vouvant is classified as one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France.

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Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Vouvant

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The facade of the front wall of the northern transept arm and the main portal are the real main treasure and attraction of the church.

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10.8 km

Les Granges Hamlet

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This hamlet is made up of magnificent restorations of old barns and houses typical of the Vendée bocage.

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11.5 km

Bridge at the foot of Porte La Poterne

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As you approach this bridge, you will have a breathtaking view of the ramparts of the medieval town of Vouvant.

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11.5 km

Medieval Village of Vouvant

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Absolutely gorgeous medieval fortified town built on a hillside overlooking a river. Remains of the castle walls and keep, lovely church, plus art galleries, cafes and great walks around the cobbled streets and surrounding parklands.

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