If you’re up for a little more adventure, keep on driving to Saintes, 19 miles from Sainte-Severe. You’ll find plenty more interesting things to see and do here, including Saintes Amphitheatre and Arch of Germanicus. Nothing says living big like a road trip, so keep on driving to La Rochelle. It’s 50 miles away and also offers a few excellent sights, such as Tour St. Nicolas and La Rochelle Hotel de Ville.