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Argenton les
Vallees
(previously Argenton
Chateau)
10 kms from the gites, a pretty, small town, has a good,
well stocked supermarket, boulangeries, bank, tourist office,
garage, post office, etc., also swimming pool, tennis courts,
volley ball courts, bob luge, and the Lac
d’Hautibus, with its’ cool tree covered walks
and picnicking areas, and a small sandy beach for the children.
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The
Bar du Lac, overlooking
the lake, is recommended for its excellent menu, reasonable
prices and very friendly staff. Lunchtime they do a set priced
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A walk around the back of
the town reveals the river and the old Roman road which formed
part of the pilgrim route to St.Jaques de Compestela and the
beautifully laid out gardens that lead down to the river.
The tourist office will arrange a visit to the Chateau ruins
where the little church and subsequent tour has a quite revealing
history.
The bank and most shops are closed on a Monday, but the supermarket
is open, including Sunday mornings until 12.30
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Thouars
12
kms from the gites is the nearest major town.The old part of
the town is very attractive with a good assortment of small
shops, restaurants, and bars where you can sit on the pavement
and watch the world, and the locals, go by.
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The
Friday market is not to be missed, it’s not put on especially
for the tourists, it is a genuine French country market.
On the outer parts of the town are the main
superstores etc.
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