Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #1 in Fontenay-le-Comte, France

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Number of sights 6 sights
Distance 1.8 km
Ascend 38 m
Descend 53 m

Experience Fontenay-le-Comte in France in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.

Sight 1: Château de Terre-Neuve

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The Castle of Terre Neuve is an historic château in Fontenay-le-Comte, Vendée, Pays de la Loire, France. It has been listed as an official historical monument by the French Ministry of Culture since 1978. The Castle of Terre Neuve was built in the 1580s and 1590s for Nicolas Rapin.

Wikipedia: Château de Terre-Neuve (EN)

434 meters / 5 minutes

Sight 2: Tour Rivalland

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The Rivalland Tower is a building located in Fontenay-le-Comte, France.

Wikipedia: Tour Rivalland (FR)

481 meters / 6 minutes

Sight 3: Église Notre-Dame

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The Church of Notre-Dame is a Roman Catholic church, located in Fontenay-le-Comte, in the south-east of the Vendée, France. The church was attached from 1317 to 1648 to the former diocese of Maillezais, before the latter was transferred to the diocese of La Rochelle. Since the Concordat of June 11, 1817, the church is now in the diocese of Luçon.

Wikipedia: Église Notre-Dame de Fontenay-le-Comte (FR)

253 meters / 3 minutes

Sight 4: Fontaine des Quatre-Tias

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The Fontaine des Quatre-Tias is a fountain located in Fontenay-le-Comte, France.

Wikipedia: Fontaine des Quatre-Tias (FR)

410 meters / 5 minutes

Sight 5: Maison Millepertuis

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The Millepertuis house is a house located in Fontenay-le-Comte, France.

Wikipedia: Maison Millepertuis (FR)

224 meters / 3 minutes

Sight 6: Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste

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The Church of Saint-Jean is a Roman Catholic church in Fontenay-le-Comte, France. It is dedicated to Saint John the Baptist, as can be seen on its stained glass windows.

Wikipedia: Église Saint-Jean de Fontenay-le-Comte (FR)

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