The
Château d’Alogny
lies in beautiful, tranquil countryside only an hour’s drive
from the magnificent châteaux of the Loire Valley. Many
attractions are to be found within easy distance. The healing
waters of La Roche Posay, a 5 km bike ride from Alogny, have
drawn visitors since Roman times. In addition to specific
therapies, guests can indulge themselves with a variety of
massage and other spa treatments.
La Roche Posay has narrow, winding streets,
and the ancient donjon [keep] has recently
been restored and will soon become a museum. La Roche Posay
also possesses a famous casino, a golf course, an equestrian
centre and a racetrack, in addition to all regular shops and
facilities, including bike rentals.
Walkers,
cyclists, horse-back riders and naturalists enjoy the network of
ancient trails and footpaths that weave through the surrounding
woods and fields, while the local rivers provide delight to
swimmers, kayakers and canoeists. Near Lathus-St-Remy on the
Gartempe is the Porte d’Enfer olympic-class white-water canoe
course.
Rock climbing
is popular on the limestone cliffs along the Gartempe near
Mérigny. For naturalists, the huge Brenne Regional Park, with
its profusion of wildlife, is a
special
attraction, as is the famous Marais Poitevin or “Green Venice”.
Located near the attractive Atlantic seaport of La Rochelle,
one can rent a boat to explore this network of ancient canals
that permeate the marshes.
The
villages, hamlets and farms that dot the landscape are filled
with unexpected architectural delights. Throughout the summer
months there are frequent concerts, recitals, and art
exhibitions, together with
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