The historical monuments and natural sites of Niort and its surroundings include a medieval keep, traditional marketplaces, and the Marais Poitevin. The city features 12th-century fortifications, Gothic churches, and museums housed in historical buildings. The Marais Poitevin offers 112,000 hectares of wetlands with canals and forests. The city center has several notable buildings such as the Pilori, a former town hall now converted into an art center, and Fort Foucault on the banks of the Sèvre Niortaise.
Niort, France
Military fort built between 1180 and 1190, characterized by two square towers 28 meters high. The site features a permanent exhibition on the history of Niort.
Niort, France
Collection of metal sculptures representing dragons installed in the squares and streets of the city center to adorn public spaces.
Niort, France
Second largest wetland in France with 112,000 hectares of canals, meadows, and forests. The water paths form a navigable network of 4,000 kilometers.
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19th-century covered market with Baltard-style metal architecture. The building houses local traders and a regular food market.
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19th-century religious building blending Gothic style with Romanesque elements. The church has colorful stained glass windows and a central nave with three bays.
Niort, France
14th-century medieval building in the historic center that served as a town hall. It now hosts contemporary art exhibitions.
Niort, France
Military building constructed in the 15th century on the banks of the Sèvre Niortaise. It includes towers, ramparts, and a keep.
Niort, France
Cultural institution located in a late 19th-century former high school exhibiting paintings, sculptures, taxidermy specimens, and educational materials.
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Natural site of 8 hectares in the Marais Poitevin with trails for observing aquatic birds and educational circuits for children.
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Art center dedicated to contemporary photography, located in the home of writer Ernest Pérochon, with a 120-square-meter exhibition space.
Niort, France
Green space in the center of Niort, awarded at the Landscape Victories 2014, with century-old trees, benches, and play areas for children.
Niort, France
19th-century religious monument with a Gothic portal on the north facade, a central nave, and two aisles bordered by chapels.
Niort, France
Formerly an industrial facility rehabilitated into a cultural center with exhibition spaces and the tourist office on the ground floor. The site regularly hosts events.
Niort, France
20th-century religious building with contemporary architecture, decorated with murals and stained glass created by local artists.
Niort, France
Green space of 3 hectares along the Sèvre Niortaise with cycling paths, play areas, and shaded resting zones.
Niort, France
15th-century religious monument located in the port district. The building is 50 meters long with a tall central nave.
Niort, France
Religious building constructed in the 15th century in the center of Niort. The church suffered destruction during the Wars of Religion in 1568 and was later rebuilt.
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Public park of 2 hectares created in 1869. It features collections of plants, century-old trees, and walking spaces.
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Cultural center set in a former mill. It includes a national stage, three cinema halls, and exhibition spaces.
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Natural pathway of 3 kilometers along the Sèvre Niortaise. The route connects the city center to the Marais Poitevin via developed trails.
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This 13th-century fortress showcases characteristic defensive architecture with its towers, moats, and thick walls. The castle retains its original military elements.
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Spanning 55 hectares, this golf course features 18 holes, water hazards, and a golf school for learning techniques.
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Center presenting the history and ecology of the Marais Poitevin through exhibitions, models, and documents on local fauna and flora.
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The workshop produces chocolates using traditional methods. Visitors can observe the manufacturing steps and discover the different varieties of cocoa used.
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16th-century building made from limestone with mullioned windows and sculpted decorations on the main facade.
Niort, France
Football sports venue equipped with covered stands, lighting for evening matches, and a natural grass field.
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16th-century noble residence with ashlar facade, cross-windows, and a paved courtyard.
