Saint-Jean-de-Liversay lies on the left bank of the Sèvre Niortaise; the river forms the northern boundary of the municipality. In the town centre, the Eglise Saint Jean Baptiste stands next to the former market hall. Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment can consider Saint-Jean-de-Liversay as a travel destination.
Culture and History
The Eglise Saint Jean Baptiste has a massive square bell tower with reinforced corners and an adjoining stair turret. Inside, it has three naves with six bays each, as well as rib vaults.
The town hall of Saint-Jean-de-Liversay is located in the former rectory, which was restored in the 20th century. The town hall contains a stone staircase and several 18th-century fireplaces. The building can be viewed from the outside all year round.
The Ancienne laiterie is also part of the town's history: it was built in 1890, expanded until 1950, and became one of the largest cooperative dairies in Aunis. The Ancienne laiterie is freely accessible every day all year round and visible from the outside.
The surroundings of Saint-Jean-de-Liversay include the historic site of Abbaye de La Grâce-Dieu, Château de Sazay, and the ruins of the Anciennne église Saint-Étienne. The wider regional area also includes the historic site of Abbaye de Maillezais.
Nature
The wider regional area around Saint-Jean-de-Liversay includes several beaches: Plage d'Aytré, Plage des Minimes, and Plage du Chef de Baie. The Zoo Aquarium de la Rochelle is also located in the wider regional area.
Other places: Cozes, Montpellier-de-Médillan, Rioux, Dolus-D'oléron, Saint-André-De-Lidon, Meschers-Sur-Gironde, Nantillé, Fléac-sur-Seugne.
