Saint-Xandre: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes
Nature
On the edge of the Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park, Saint-Xandre is home to the Marais de la Sauzaie. Part of the municipality of Saint-Xandre lies within the catchment area and ecosystem of the Marais Poitevin. The Marais Poitevin, including Saint-Xandre, was added to the Ramsar List of Wetlands of International Importance in 2023.
Those choosing Saint-Xandre as a holiday destination may wish to find or rent a holiday apartment there.
Culture
L’Agora offers a varied cultural programme for all age groups, including theatre, music, comedy and activities for younger audiences.
The discovery trail in Saint-Xandre features nine information panels on the local cultural heritage and includes the Logis de Limouillet; the Château de La Sauzaie, a private residential building dating from the 17th century, can also be seen from the trail.
Things to do
The “Autour des châteaux et logis” circular cycle route in Saint-Xandre is easy, 13.3 km long and takes approximately 53 minutes. The cycle tour starts at 12 Rue des Ecoles, 17138 Saint-Xandre.
Festivals
On the second or third Sunday in September, the traditional Transhumance, featuring sheep from La Sauzaie and mule horses from Romagné, passes through the streets of Saint-Xandre.
After the Transhumance, a large communal meal featuring local farm produce takes place on the Place de la Libération around the church, followed by a free concert.
La Saint-Xandraise is a traditional village festival in the centre of Saint-Xandre, held on the first Saturday after 15 August.
Places
Parc de l’Aunis is a public garden with children’s playgrounds and an open-air theatre.
Visits are available at the Spiruline de La Rochelle farm, where visitors can learn more about the farm and spirulina.
To the overarching travel overview: Charente-Maritime.
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