Arriving in the Pays Loudunais by train means choosing a simple, quick and comfortable way to reach an area that can then be explored at leisure. With several SNCF stations located around the Loudunais area, the journey can be easily adapted to your point of departure. The train will drop you off at the gateway to the region, and the last few kilometres will allow you to glide gradually through its landscapes of vineyards, valleys and tufa stone villages.
Saumur SNCF station is the most direct point of entry. It takes you right to the heart of a pleasant town in the Loire Valley, right next to regional lines and all the services that travellers need. From there, access to the Pays Loudunais is fast, whether you’re travelling by bus, taxi or car. For many, Saumur is their first encounter with the atmosphere of the region.
The Poitiers and Futuroscope TGV stations make it easy to get to Poitiers from Paris and other major cities. Poitiers offers frequent connections and an easily accessible city centre. Similarly, the nearby Futuroscope often serves as a convenient point of arrival for those who want to combine a stay at the park with exploring the Loudunais region.
In both cases, access to the area is easy via local roads.
Châtellerault TGV station offers another convenient point of entry. Located on the Atlantic line, it caters for many fast journeys from the north, west and Paris. Its location and services make it a good option for getting to the Loudunais region without detouring.
To the west, Tours TGV station provides access to the region, combining heritage, culture and rapid mobility. Tours also allows you to extend your journey by regional train before arriving in Loudunais. It’s the ideal entry point for those who like to combine urban discovery with the landscapes of the Loire.
Thouars SNCF station is another convenient point of entry, particularly for those arriving from Saumur or Bressuire. Access is direct, the station is close to the centre and the transition to the Pays Loudunais is seamless. It’s a great way to step straight into a more rural environment.
All in all, the network of stations around the Pays Loudunais means you can choose the itinerary best suited to your pace. Connections are simple, journeys smooth and arriving by train in the Pays Loudunais is a natural preparation for an exploration in which you take the time to look around, discover and be surprised.
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