Things to do in Saintes

Château de Nieul-lès-Saintes

Château de Taillebourg

The site of the battle of Taillebourg in 1242 (Saint Louis and Henry III of England). The last fortress of the late fifteenth century destroyed by the wars of religion and during the Fronde (only a medieval tower remains).

Château du Douhet

Paleosite

Château de Panloy

Built on the banks of the Charente under Louis XV, this château has kept all its period furniture and many objects bearing witness to the lifestyle of old.

Château de Crazannes

Château de la Roche-Courbon

Set on the banks of a watercourse, the Bruant, this site, wedged between two cliffs, was at all times chosen by man.

Tour de l'Isleau

Amphithéâtre de Saintes