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Château de la Motte is located in an outstanding area of France noted for its history and attractions.

The region has been inhabited from time immemorial. Archeological artefacts and notable architectural structures remaining are witnesses of prosperous centuries past. The area is simultaneously geared for farming while turning to the future with hi-tech research and industries. Futuroscope “valley” focuses on such advanced technologies. Furthermore, tourism is a major factor of the regional economy thanks to the many centers of interest, theme parks, historical monuments, gastronomy, sports activities, cultural events, health spas, and golf courses.

Come and stay at Château de la Motte to enjoy local and regional treasures waiting to be discovered.

We are eager to hear and understand your goals and expectations when visiting our château and our region. We will be happy to share our knowledge and resources to make your stay most enjoyable.

RAPTURE : You are looking for an authentic environment, away from both a stressful city life and professionnal routine 
REFERENCES : You are looking for ambiance, personal attention, a contact with people of different and original styles and cultures.

ROOTS : You are looking for your roots and those of mankind, while questioning the future, your future! Same with us!

RESOURCES : You agree than mankind’s future rests upon sustainable development and preservation of our environment – that we ought to preserve our children’s heritage, the heritage of all the children of our lonely planet.

A window on the world!

A number of memorable experiences!

Château de la Motte "Workshops and Seminars" (upon reservation)

There are "Personnalised Activities in sitiu" based on themes related to Middle-Age. There are very specific to Château de la Motte. Leisure time, knowledge acquisition, playful, ...

Jean-Marie will spend about 2 hours to transfer his knowledge and skills to you. Then, if desire, you can proceed elaborating your masterpiece or digging deeper about the topic with the help of books reviews, DVD's, Internet.

 Additional information about Workshops & Seminars

Sorry the activity schedules mentioned below are not yet fully translated ! This will be done soonest

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Ethni’cite 

Come and explore an undergroud village, its garden, the Chalopy fortress, a refuge dug during the 12th century by local farming people. Experience the daily life of hemp weavers in the 18th century.

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La Cavalerie du Moulin

What a pleasure to see horses in the meadows at the foot of Château de la Motte !
Additional information about La Cavalerie du Moulin

Moulin de Chitré – ECOLOGIA

ECOLOGIA is made of 2 sites : the Chitre Mill and the Natural Sanctuary of Pinail located 6 km apart. Discover the amazing saga of quarrying milling stone. Find out about renewable energy, the blue Gold. Listen to the history of the Chitre Mill and its castle you will see up the hill.

Additional information about  ECOLOGIA 

La Ferme Découverte

Several activities aimed at young children and families from 2 hours to half-a-day during school holidays.

Additional information about La Ferme Découverte

Aven'Thuré

An extended Adventure park in the forest near Châtellerault

Come and experience the thrill of going from tree to tree high above the ground.

Additional information about  Aven'Thuré

Karting near Usseau

About 3 km away experience Karting on a beautiful track surrounded with forest. Quads and minimotorbikes also available.

Additional information about Karting des 3 Chênes

Hot Air Balloon Flight

Experience a unique flight with a professional pilot. One of his hot air balloon leaves from the village down below the Château de la Motte.

 Additional information about Balloon Flight