The reservoir of the Barrage de la Vouraie, built in 1998, lies within the territory of the municipalities of Bournezeau and Saint-Hilaire-le-Vouhis. When planning a stay in Bournezeau, you may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
Nature and Trails
The Sentier de la Vouraie is accessible to hikers, mountain bikers and horse riders. It allows you to walk around the lake over distances of 15.8 or 12.7 kilometres. The Sentier d'Amanéa is a forest path approximately 2.5 kilometres long that runs around a lake and features 22 artistic stations with sound experiences made from stone and wood.
History and Buildings
The Abbaye de Trizay was founded in the 12th century as a Cistercian abbey and has been listed as a historic monument since 1989. Several of its parts are protected, including the former abbey church, the remains of the east wing of the convent building, the 18th-century building to the south and the floor of the former cloister.
The natural surroundings of the Abbaye de Trizay offer numerous opportunities for walking and cycling. The Logis de Beauregard dates from the 17th century. The church of Bournezeau has a 57-metre-high steeple.
Walking Routes
The Sentier des Châteaux starts at the Place de la Mairie in Bournezeau, leads to the Château de la Corbedomère and includes a stele honouring the aviator Joseph Goëtz. The Vieux château de Bournezeau is mentioned on the Boucle des Vieux Chênes.
