If you’re searching for a day-trip destination, we’ve got a couple of suggestions. Located 35 miles away, Niort is worth hopping in the car for. Chateau de Niort, House of the Marais Poitevin and Luka Land alone make the drive out here worthwhile. Don’t miss Chinon either! Just 35 miles away, Royal Fortress of Chinon, Forteresse Royale de Chinon and Pierre et Bertrand Couly are essential stops here.