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All Year Round

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3 Days

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Centre Régional Résistance et Liberté
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Centre Régional Résistance et Liberté

Extensive archives Interactive exhibits Local heroes' stories

The Centre Régional Résistance et Liberté is a dynamic museum dedicated to the French Resistance movement and the struggle for liberty during World War II. Located in Thouars, it houses extensive archives, artifacts, and interactive exhibit

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2h

Château des Ducs de la Trémoïlle
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Château des Ducs de la Trémoïlle

Majestic castle ruins Evolution of military architecture Overgrown walls and towers Romantic sprawling grounds

The Castle of the Dukes of La Trémoïlle is a majestic ruin that once served as the seat of one of France's most powerful noble families. Its imposing remnants showcase the evolution of military architecture from the Middle Ages to the Renai

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2h

Monument aux morts cantonal 1870-1871
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Monument aux morts cantonal 1870-1871

Durable stone structure Poignant war inscriptions Symbolic memorial figures

Standing solemnly in Thouars, this cantonal monument honors the fallen soldiers of the Franco-Prussian War between 1870 and 1871. Carved from durable stone, the structure features poignant inscriptions and symbolic figures that evoke a deep

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2h

Vieux Pont et poterne, dit aussi Pont Neuf ou Pont Saint-Jean
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Vieux Pont et poterne, dit aussi Pont Neuf ou Pont Saint-Jean

Sturdy medieval arch Protective gatehouse Ancient stone walkway

This historic bridge, known variously as the Old Bridge, New Bridge, or Saint-Jean Bridge, is a marvel of medieval engineering in Thouars. Featuring a sturdy arch and a protective gatehouse (poterne), it served as a critical crossing point

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2h

Écuries du Château
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Écuries du Château

Equestrian history Architectural grandeur Stone walls High ceilings

The Castle Stables offer a fascinating glimpse into the equestrian history and architectural grandeur of the Ducal Palace. Originally built to house the horses of the nobility, these structures now serve as a museum space showcasing the int

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2h

Église collégiale Notre-Dame
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Église collégiale Notre-Dame

soaring spires intricate stained glass windows ornate stone carvings spiritual interior ambiance

The Église collégiale Notre-Dame is a magnificent example of Gothic architecture dominating the skyline of Thouars. With its soaring spires, intricate stained glass windows, and ornate stone carvings, the church exudes a sense of divine bea

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2h

Germain Nouveau House Museum
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Germain Nouveau House Museum

Birthplace and creative cradle of Symbolist poet Germain Nouveau Historic architecture preserving late 19th-century Bordeaux elegance Exhibits featuring manuscripts, personal items, and Symbolist art

Step into the atmospheric halls where one of France's most enigmatic Symbolist poets once found inspiration. This meticulously preserved residence offers a rare glimpse into the life and literary world of Germain Nouveau during the Belle Ép

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2h

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