If you’re in the mood for more adventure, keep on cruising to Saintes, 40 miles from Melle. There are plenty more wonderful things to see and do here, including Saintes Amphitheatre and Arch of Germanicus. La Rochelle, 50 miles away, is another road-trip destination that’s worth the trek. Check out Tour St. Nicolas and La Rochelle Hotel de Ville, two great attractions in the area.