Thouars is in the Poitou Charentes region of western France, forming an important part of the department known as Deux-Sèvres. The picture-postcard image of Thouars is of the Château des ducs de La Trémoille, which stands elegantly over the river. Thouars has a huge market which is renowned throughout the region, supplemented by inviting green spaces such as Parc Imbert which are wonderfully kept. Thouars' Church of Saint Médard is at the heart of some brilliantly preserved medieval architecture. Car hire from Thouars lets you explore the region taking in sights like the Chateau of Oiron and the Marais Poitevin swamp lands.
When visiting Thouars, take a stroll along the banks of the Thouet River and marvel at the fortifications of the Château des Ducs. Next up, visit the Church of St Laon and the Church of Saint Médard, before heading to the Joan of Arc Chapel – just a few names on Thouars' rich itinerary of listed buildings. Car hire from Thouars means you can make the short drive to the Château of Oiron on the D759 east. The audio-visual theme park of Futuroscope is next to Poitiers on the D18/D37 south and is just under an hour's drive in a car.
