The town of Montmorillon in Poitou-Charentes is best known for two features; its literary traditions including the book fare, which takes place every two years, and the invention of the Macaron - a sweet confection made from almonds. The Cite comprises the restored medieval part of town which is full of famous landmarks such as Notre Dame and its Crypt of Saint Catherine. Hiring a car in Montmorillon is certainly worthwhile as there are a host of small towns nearby to explore and delight in. Saint Savin, Poitiers and Chauvigny are all nearby. Car hire in Montmorillon is available from the town itself, La Rochelle and a host of arrival points across western France.
Montmorillon is a hugely picturesque town due in a wonderful setting on the banks of La Gartempe River which is straddled by the atmospheric Vieux Pont, to complete the scene, the rustic Old Palace claims a place right on the riverbank nearby. Notre Dame and Crypt of Saint Catherine are very popular with tourists. Enjoy the laid back charm of these old towns and if you're hiring a car in Montmorillon, visit similarly beautiful places such as Chauvigny and Saint Savin which form a triumvirate of towns on the D54, D5 and D951 - all in a 27km radius. Rent a car in Montmorillon and enjoy the eastern side of Poitou-Charentes.
