Serviced Apartments in Poitiers

Poitiers is a lovely French city located in the centre west of the country about 200 miles from Paris and 150 miles from Bordeaux. The city has one of the most well maintained historical centres in France and is especially well known for its Romanesque buildings. There are plenty of tourists currently booking holiday apartments in Poitiers to make the most of the historical architecture and soak up the city's long military history.

The sloping Old Town of Poitiers has a wonderful array of historical buildings, some dating back as far as the fourth century such as the Baptistère Saint-Jean, the second oldest church in all of France. Another famous church in Poitiers is the Église Notre-Dame-la-Grande, itself the oldest romanesque church in Europe. With sites such as these it is no surprise that Poitiers city centre (center) apartments are being booked by tourists interested in the history of Christianity in France. Another fine example is the Cathédrale Saint-Pierre, dating back to the 12th century.

Further pleasing architecture buffs staying in Poitiers holiday rentals are such highlights as the Palace of Poitiers which was once the seat of the Dukes of Aquitaine, some of the most powerful men in France. Interestingly, Poitiers is also the location for a rare underground chapel called the Hypogée des Dunes as well as many other 11th and 12th century churches.

A more recent addition to the tourism industry of Poitiers is the Parc du Futuroscope, a French theme park specialising in multimedia, cinematographic futoroscope and audio-visual techniques. The park attracts millions of visitors each year to experience its number of 3D and 4D cinemas as well as a number of other unique shows and attractions. The park is only about a 20 minute drive from any Poitiers serviced apartment and can be reached by car or bus.

Other destinations to take on day trips from your Poitiers serviced accommodation are to local towns and villages such as Biard and Saint-Benoit. Following the Clain River to the small town of Chasseneuil-du-Poitou you will find plenty more history with many royals and future Kings of France being born in this area.

Two important battles were fought in Poitiers; a 732 battle between the French and Arab caliphates, as well as a better documented battle between the French and English in 1356. The latter of these battles was an important conflagration during the Hundred Years’ War and is well documented in the city's museum.

Serviced and self-catered apartments, flats, holiday lets and aparthotels can be up to 30% cheaper than most equivalent hotel rooms and are becoming increasingly popular due to the freedom they offer. Whether it’s a short stay apartment you are looking for or a long term apartment, our holiday apartments combine all the amenities and comforts of home. With plenty of room why stay in a cramped hotel room when you can stay in spacious surroundings in and around Poitiers city centre.

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