What to do in September
in Grand Poitiers?
Going out of season? Check out our selection of activities for September 2025!
A breath of fresh air
Enjoy the last days of outdoor activities!
- The VéloRail in Chauvigny: departures Wednesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. + 5 p.m. on weekends
- The spectacle of Giants of the Sky in Chauvigny: on view Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays until September 28
- Ludifête in Saint-Benoît: open Wednesdays and weekends until September 14
Experience the thrills of Futuroscope Xpériences parks
(Re)Discover the legendary Futuroscope park and the new Aquascope water park!
- The Futuroscope Monday to Friday until 12/09, then Thursday to Sunday
- Aquascope Monday to Friday until 12/09 Wednesday to Sunday
both parks will be closed on the weekends of september 6/7 and september 13/14
Cultivate yourself!
Enjoy heritage and cultural sites
- Saint Peter's Cathedral Open daily from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. for free tours
- Palace of the Dukes of Aquitaine The Grande Salle is open every day except Tuesday for free visits.
- Saint-Jean Baptistery Open every day from 10.30am to 12.30pm and from 2pm to 6pm, with admission charge.
Green walks and outings
An outing on foot? Cycling?
- Mareuil forest
- Moulière Forest
- Bikes: V94 and EV3
- Nature walks in Poitiers: Parc de Blossac, La Roseraie, Jardin des Plantes, Îlot Tison
- Nature walks around Poitiers: Bois de Saint-Pierre in Smarves, Promenade des Marais in Chasseneuil-du-Poitou
Participate in September events
Activities, outings, visits...
Between the Urban Trail and European Heritage Day, you'll find plenty to do in Grand Poitiers!
Put yourself in the shoes of a Viking or an investigator
A fun way to discover the historic center of Poitiers. 🙂
Meet us at the tourist office in Place Charles de Gaulle, Poitiers, to try out the life-size adventure games we're offering in partnership with Odyssée Prod!
Viking 2.0 or Aliénor - one-way to Salisbury Monday to Saturday, departures from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Suggested games for ages 7 and up
Become a Terr'adventurer
With the free Terra Aventura app, a treasure hunt based on the principle of geocaching awaits you.
Visit and learn about the history of the towns and villages, and of course collect as many badges as you can!
Four Terra Aventura courses are available in Grand Poitiers: Chauvigny, Ligugé, Lusignan, Saint-Benoît and Vouneuil-sous-Biard.
caution: routes may be subject to maintenance depending on weather conditions
(Re)discover Poitiers at your own pace!
Download our free VisitPoitiers app and explore the streets of the city according to the length of your stay and your interests!
