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Châtellerault (pronounced; Poitevin-Saintongeais: Châteulrô/Chateleràud; Occitan: Chastelairaud) is a commune in the Vienne department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region in France. It is located in the northeast of the former province Poitou, and the residents are called Châtelleraudais.
- Vienne River in Chatellerault
- Auto Museum
- Attractions Nearby
The port on the Vienne river can still be seen, and has been used for hundreds of years. The stone arched bridge across the Vienne river, the Pont Henri-IV, dates from the beginning of the 17th century, as do the substantial round towers that stand at one end of the bridge. These towers are not defensive but were built as a toll station and to prev...
In a converted weapons factory at Châtellerault on the west side of the Vienne river you can visit the Museum of the Motorbike, the Car and the Bike (le musée auto, moto, vélo). The museum has a very interesting and electic mix of motorbikes, bicycles and cars from the last 130 years, in particular from the period around the 1930's but also includi...
Enthusiasts of rural churches will want to visit several of the small villages around Châtellerault such as Saint-Sauveur, Senillé, Thuré, Colombiers and Bonneuil-Matours for some of the best examples of village churches. Ask in the Châtellerault tourist office if they can tell you opening hours of these churches or you are likely to find many of t...
Châtellerault Écouter est une commune du Centre-Ouest de la France, située dans le département de la Vienne en région Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Ses habitants se nomment les Châtelleraudais.
Châtellerault, town, Vienne département, Nouvelle-Aquitaine région, west-central France. It lies north-northeast of Poitiers, on the main road from Paris to Bordeaux. Situated on the Vienne River, it derives its name from a 10th-century castle built by the 2nd Viscount Airaud of the district.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Grand Châtellerault is a historic territory rich in culture and heritage, which offers a perfect blend of traditional charm and modernity. Discover the many tourist sites, as well as the numerous parks and gardens for a relaxing outdoor experience.
- 1 Place Sainte-Catherine, Châtellerault, 86100
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Add to itinerary. The town of Châtellerault, situated on the edge of the River Vienne, has an interesting heritage to explore, from Henri IV bridge and Descartes house to Saint-Jacques church and Sully mansion, home to the municipal museum.
Visit Chatellerault: highlights and tourist information. France This Way comment: The quiet regional town of Chatellerault has some notable 18th century townhouses. Chatellerault is situated in the Vienne department and Nouvelle-Aquitaine region.
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