Culture and history
The Église Saint-Martin is an example of early 13th-century Saintongeais Gothic architecture built on an 11th-century Romanesque nave. Its façade dates from the 13th century and features a portal with four archivolts and two side niches. The third bay of the nave dates from the 12th century, and the church also has two side chapels from the 15th century. The square bell tower has two windows on each side, divided by column shafts.
The Église Saint-Martin is free to access and can be visited independently by individuals and groups at any time.
In the wider regional area around Montpellier-de-Médillan are the ancient site of Novioregum and Fort de Royan. The churches of Saint Eutrope de Saintes and Cathédrale Saint-Pierre are also located in the vicinity of Montpellier-de-Médillan.
Nature and trails
The landscapes around Montpellier-de-Médillan include cereal fields, vineyards, forests and meadows. The intercommunal hiking and cycling area follows loop route no. 15, “Montpellier de Médillan”.
The wider regional area around Montpellier-de-Médillan also includes the beaches of Barzan-Plage, Plage des Nonnes, Plage des Vergnes and Plage de l’Arnèche.
Local products
Miellerie d’Anaïs is a beekeeping business in Montpellier-de-Médillan. Honey and honey-based products are sold directly at the farm; gingerbread, sweets, soaps and candles are also available there.
Miellerie d’Anaïs offers educational tours for children aged three and over by prior reservation.
Those choosing Montpellier-de-Médillan as a holiday destination can search for a holiday apartment.
Other places: Saint-Denis-Du-Pin, Saint-Hippolyte, Cercoux, Boisredon, Cravans, Saint-Simon-De-Pellouaille, Loiré-Sur-Nie, La Rémigeasse
