Fontenay-Le-Comte: Vacation Apartments and Holiday Homes

Culture and History

One of the notable historical sites in Fontenay-le-Comte is the Château de Terre-Neuve. It is protected as a historic monument and was built in 1590 by Nicolas Rapin. The visit includes historical explanations and a guided tour of the interior.

In the first room visited, perfectly restored original wood paneling from the chamber of Louis XIV and the Molière Theater at the Château de Chambord adorns the room. The Hôtel de Grimoüard also tells the story of the site's construction: it was built in 1741 for the knight Pierre-Marthe de Grimoüard, reusing the cellars of an earlier property.

The Musée de Fontenay-le-Comte has held the designation “Musée de France” since February 10, 2003.

Anyone who combines the Château de Terre-Neuve, Parc Baron, and La Transfontenaysienne in their own travel itinerary may wish to rent a vacation apartment in Fontenay-le-Comte.

Outdoor Activities

La Transfontenaysienne is a 7 km urban circular route that begins in Fontenay-le-Comte and is suitable for cycling or walking. This route leads to the Vallée du Seillot, a natural area.

Parks and Urban Greenery

Parc Baron contains the remains of a former feudal castle, a tower, fortification walls, and a medieval garden. Parc Baron Aventure offers a family activity with nets suspended between the trees.

The Jardin de la Mairie is an English landscape garden with a pond, swans, a small bridge, and notable trees. In the town center, Parc Espierre features wooden sculptures, children's play equipment, a table tennis table, and an area for picnicking or playing football.

More location pages: La Verrie, Bois-De-Cene, Poiroux, Mouilleron-En-Pareds, Curzon, Saint-Hilaire-Le-Vouhis, Chavagnes-En-Paillers, Le Bernard

For the overview of the wider travel region: Vendée.