History
The Église Saint-Étienne de Chepniers was built in the 12th or 13th century near a Merovingian necropolis. It was formerly a chapel belonging to a commandery of the Order of Malta.
Anyone planning a stay in Chepniers can note down the wish to rent a holiday apartment when planning their trip.
Nature and trails
The Circuit pédestre N°18 – L’étang de Robinson is a marked circular hiking trail measuring 7.12 kilometres. It begins at the Étang de Robinson between Chepniers and Montendre and follows a wooded path along the Livenne stream. Along the circular route, visitors can discover carnivorous sundews.
The equestrian stop at the Étang de Robinson is located in the heart of the Lande de Montendre forest and has a watering point for horses.
Activities
The Plan d'eau de Chepniers is freely accessible and allows individual, self-guided visits at any time. Fishing is possible at the Plan d'eau de Chepniers with a fishing permit.
The Route des Cardinaux leads to the Étang de Robinson in Chepniers.
In the wider surrounding region
The Église Saint-Martin de Petit-Niort is a historic site in the wider surrounding region of Chepniers. The Grotte de Pair-non-Pair, a cave, is also located in this wider surrounding region. The Église Saint-Mathias de Barbezieux is a church there.
