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Saintes is a town in the Charente-Maritime department of Poitou Charentes in the south-west of France
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Saintes is located on the banks of the River Charente. It was the centre of Roman civilisation for the area and also a stopping point for the pilgrims en route for Santiago de Compostella.
There remains a well-preserved amphitheatre, thermal baths and triumphal arch. The cathedral and excellent, mainly pedestrianised shops provide something for everyone.
Many restaurants. Theatre performs plays and operas. Open-air concerts in amphitheatre. Power boat rental. River cruises in both directions. Galleries Lafayette department store. Carrefour and Leclerc supermarkets. Indoor swimming pool complex. The beautiful Abbaye Aux Dames hosts concerts and music festivals.
| Guide point | Details |
|---|---|
| Department: | South West France > Poitou Charentes > Charente-Maritime > |
| Location: | Spectacular setting on both banks of Charente river, 10 minutes from Port D'Envaux |
| Public Transport: | Bus service between Saintes and Port D'Envaux. Frequent trains to La Rochelle and Bordeaux. |
| Tourist information website: | www.ville-saintes.fr |
| Tourist information switch board number: | +33 (0)546 74 23 82 |
| Tourist information address: | 62 Cours National, 17100 Saintes |
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