Visit and Explore: The site of Nouaillé-Maupertuis is now accessible to visitors, who can walk through the places where the battle took place. Marked trails allow you to follow the movements of the troops and reach the main points of interest on the battlefield. The surrounding landscape, although transformed over the centuries, retains an atmosphere that invites reflection on the tragic events that occurred there.

Village of Nouaillé-Maupertuis: The neighboring village of Nouaillé-Maupertuis also has a rich heritage, with its fortified abbey that played a role during the battle. The Abbey of Saint-Junien, founded in the 7th century, is another point of interest for visitors, offering a mix of religious and military history.

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Paul Carnet-Pantiez

September 2, 2024

Why visit the Nouaillé-Maupertuis Battlefield?
Historical Immersion: The site offers a unique opportunity to discover an emblematic place of the Hundred Years' War and to understand the strategic importance of the Battle of Poitiers.

Heritage and Memory: Visiting the battlefield is to pay tribute to the fighters of this era and connect with a key moment in French and European history.

Natural Setting: The natural beauty of the region, with its tranquil and green landscapes, offers a setting conducive to reflection and outdoor discovery.

The Nouaillé-Maupertuis battlefield is therefore an essential site for history buffs, the curious, and those who wish to understand the past while enjoying a peaceful natural setting.

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Distance 2.99 km

Uphill 30 m

Downhill 20 m

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