Loudun self catering holiday homes accommodation. This page lists holiday homes gites cottages accommodation in Loudun and/or closeby. If you are travelling for business or pleasure please choose from our selection of self catering accommodation in Loudun. Loudun is a small town in the Vienne department and Poitou-Charentes region of western France. It is located 30 km south of the town of Chinon and 25km to the east of the town Thouars. The countryside of the Vienne is one of the loveliest and most peaceful in France with rolling fields of yellow sunflowers and green meadows set in a countryside dotted with lakes and striped by rivers. Loudun is a town made famous by the work first of Aldous Huxley, then by Ken Russell. Huxley’s novel, ‘Devils of Loudon’ was based on events in Loudun in 1634, when the priest of the town was tried for witchcraft, convicted of having made a pact with the devil and was subsequently burned at the stake.

Loudun Poitou -Charentes

	Places to visit in Poitou -Charentes
	The Poitou -Charentes region in the southwest of France includes the departments of Deux-Sevres, Vienne, Charante-Maritime and Charante. The turbulent history of the area left a legacy of rich architectural and cultural heritage. The pilgrimage route in the Middle Ages to Santiago de Compostela left impressive Romanesque churches such as those at Poitiers and Parthenay. The Atlantic coastline and endless sandy beaches are an attraction to this area, while inland the lush countryside offers fine architecture, navigable waterways and the finest wine and brandy.
	Where is Loudun?
	Loudun is about 568 kms from Calais and the ferries. Loudun is about 308 kms from Caen and the ferries. Loudun is about 317 kms from Paris. By Air - There are international airports at a number of the country’s major cities. Paris Charles de Gaulle International Airport is located 15 miles northeast of Paris. Paris Orly International Airport is located south of Paris. On the west coast of France is Bordeaux International Airport. Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is in the centre of France. Nice airport is on the south coast of France. Perpignan is on the French / Spanish border. By Ferry - Brittany Ferries - Portsmouth to Cherbourg - Caen and St. Malo - Poole to Cherbourg - Plymouth to Roscoff. From Ireland Cork - Roscoff. P&O Ferries - Dover to Calais - Portsmouth to Bilbao in Northern Spain. By Train - TGV trains connect the main french cities and their international airports.

Holiday homes accommodation in Loudun


Eternes Saix Loudun (17)	4 Persons. An old house (110 m2), typical for the Loire area, on a forestry terrain of 5000m2 (to be shared with the owner). The house is fully renovated; it is located opposite the vineyards of the 'Château dEternes, which lies 50 m lower. Culture trips can be made to the Loire castles in the neighbourhood, to the Abbey of Fontevraud (7km) and the many caves. For sporting activities on the water is Montsoveau, an excellent starting point. Karting possible in the area.	more details

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