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IGN MAPS
Michelin Maps
IGN Tourism, Outdoor Activities and Regional Discovery Maps
Topo Guides with Day Walks
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Top 25 and Serie Bleue

The French equivalent of Ordnance Survey Maps

Gironde/Landes (Michelin Local Maps) - Detailing the Gironde / Landes region of France, this laminated fold-out map includes a complete index of place names and covers all regional specialities, heritage and traditions. It offers clear and concise mapping for stress-free travelling. Published March 08

Charente/Charente Maritime (Michelin Local Maps) Published March 08

Deux-Sevres/Vienne (Michelin Local Maps) Published March 08

Poitou Charentes (Michelin Regional Maps) Published March 08

Poitou-Charentes (AA Road Map France) - This fully updated touring map from the AA and IGN, France's Official Mapping Agency, is all you need for motoring through Poitou-Charentes. It is presented in a slimline format with durable plastic cover, with an extra large scale and fully updated speed camera sites. The map combines clear design and an easy-to-read scale with more road detail to ensure that you never lose your way. Published Feb 07 New Edition Feb 09

Deux Sevres (French Department Maps S) Published Jan 00. Limited availability.

Vienne (French Department Maps S) Published Feb 00. Limited availability.

Charente Maritime (French Department Maps S) Published Feb 00. Limited availability.
 

IGN Tourism, Outdoor Activities and Regional Discovery Maps - An extensive series of maps published by the IGN in cooperation with local authorities, ramblers' associations, cycling clubs, etc. The maps are designed to provide information on places of interest, recreational facilities, various types of accommodation, local and long-distance footpaths, bridleways, cycling and mountain bike routes, etc. Various scales, mainly 1:50,000. Some titles will have limited availability - in case of difficulty please email.

Pays de haute Saintonge - Tourist road map with hill shading to depict the relief. Roads and railways are clear, and other detail includes vineyards, woods & administrative boundaries. An overprint highlighting numerous hiking paths, sightseeing roads and cycling routes. Map legend and background notes are include English. Scale 1:75,000

Brenne Regional Park - Tourist map of the Brenne Regional Park, famous for its numerous lakes, an area of approximately 65 x 65 km. An overprint highlights local footpaths, numerous sport and recreational facilities, various types of accommodation, etc. Map legend includes English. Scale 1:80,000

Vendee and Charente Maritime (Landmark Visitors Guides) - Written by the author of "Undiscovered France", this title includes feature boxes on local food and beverage, other local produce, attractions for families and children, and what to do if it rains. Published Jan 09

Poitou-Charentes Berlitz Motoring Map - These Motoring Maps give first time drivers and seasoned motorists alike the added confidence to drive in France. They are fully indexed with clear, detailed mapping and include distance indicators. Quick-reference, look-up panels include essential travel information from driving regulations and emergency telephone numbers to key French phrases. Inset maps of major towns have dedicated index panels for ease of use and an extensive legend identifies places of special interest, service stations, hotels restaurants etc in 5 different languages. Published July 07

Poitou-Charentes (Vacances S.), Christine Legrand, Bertrand Lauzanne-Maigret - This guide to the Poitou-Charentes region contains information in topic-based spreads. Cultural history and heritage are combined with more traditional holiday activities. Divided into two sections, it first explores the region via typical themes including walks, food and drink and children's activites. The second half provides a detailed visiting guide to the area, recommending towns, villages, areas of natural beauty and monuments and attractions. Published April 00. Limited availability.

Poitou-Charentes (Lifeline), Val Gascoyne. Published June 04. Limited availability.

Charente and the Vendee, Petit Fute - A regional guide to France, covering Charente-Maritime and the Vendee. There is detailed information on where to shop and for what; the best restaurants and cafes; where to stay and how much it costs to stay there; the nightlife that the towns and cities of the region have to offer; and the best beaches and most scenic walks. The volume also discusses the islands and peninsulas of the Midi-Atlantic, and provides suggested itineraries for exploring them. Published April 01. Limited availability.