19의 생마르탱 드 프레이노가지 명소 & 주요 장소

Path a little narrow and on the edge of a void, not suitable for everyone

The Mere Trail winds through a picturesque landscape, offering a glimpse of the local flora and fauna. You will experience the serenity of the Mere River as you stop to enjoy the peace and quiet.

This lake is actually a reservoir resulting from the dam on the Vendée river. There are activities to do like fishing, kayaking and swimming (the water is often silty).

An abbey church, converted into a cathedral and an episcopal seat in 1317, was erected on this promontory from a monastery founded in 976. Before the drying of the Marais Poitevin, this mound was an island that one can imagine looking a little like at Mont-Saint-Michel. At its peak, the abbey shined throughout Poitou. Rabelais lived there like this for several years. The building suffered numerous destructions during wars and conflicts, it was even used as a quarry for building material after the Revolution. The remains which were able to be saved remain among the most remarkable in the Vendée department. It was estimated that the cathedral could be 105 meters long, 33 meters wide and stood at 60 meters high. Currently the ruins are only 25 meters high.

Very well thought out visit. Do not miss !

Founded in 1068, the royal abbey remains one of the rare monastic complexes of Bas-Poitou to have preserved its three elements ("St Vincent" church, cloister and convent buildings) almost intact. It is now managed by the Department and open to visitors. The village is also classified among "the small towns of characters".

Viewpoint by large crucifix on outskirts of Mervent giving lovely views over Vendee river valley