Introductory Dive - Poitiers Dynamique

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Poitiers Dynamique – Short Helicopter Tour

Treat yourself to a helicopter ride lasting about 10 minutes, departing from Poitiers-Biard Airport.

With the Poitiers Dynamique short tour, enjoy a unique aerial experience overlooking Poitiers’ heritage, lifestyle, and innovation. In just a few minutes, discover a glimpse of the Vienne region’s treasures from the sky.

The tour is organized around five highlights: the landscapes of Poitiers, the Château du Clos de la Ribaudière, the Château de Vayres, the Château de Chincé, and Futuroscope.


Your helicopter flight departing from Poitiers-Biard Airport

Arrival and check-in at Poitiers-Biard Airport

Your helicopter flight departing from Poitiers Airport begins right at the Poitiers-Biard heliport, located in the immediate vicinity of Poitiers.

The airport is located:

  • about 10 minutes from downtown Poitiers and the train station;
  • halfway between Futuroscope and Poitiers Porte Sud;
  • near the main highways in the Poitiers metropolitan area.

Please arrive about 20 minutes before your flight time at the meeting point indicated on your boarding pass. Once there, you will be greeted by our Air Touraine team, who will check your boarding pass and escort you to the boarding area.

Safety briefing and installation on board

Before takeoff, your pilot will conduct a thorough safety briefing and explain the flight procedure, the itinerary, and the guidelines you must follow.

You will then board the helicopter, equipped with a headset with a microphone so you can listen to the pilot’s commentary and easily communicate with him and the other passengers.

The flight: 10 minutes over Poitiers and the Vienne River

Shortly after takeoff, you’ll enjoy a superb panoramic view of the Poitou countryside and the tour’s main landmarks.

Upon landing, our pilot may invite you to enjoy a friendly moment by capturing this experience in a few photos in front of the helicopter.


Practical Information for Your Poitiers Dynamique Flight

  • Flight time: about 10 minutes
  • Departure: Poitiers-Biard Airport
  • Type of course: short course consisting of five checkpoints
  • Period: Scheduled flights according to the booking calendar
  • Packages: individual tickets and private flights for up to 6 passengers, based on the rates offered at the time of booking
  • Age: This flight is suitable for children ages 4 to 5 and older, when accompanied by an adult
  • Physical requirements: No specific requirements. Please let us know about any special circumstances, particularly if you have limited mobility or weigh more than 115 kg, so that we can make the necessary arrangements for boarding.
  • Validity: Tickets are valid for 18 months from the date of purchase
  • Cancellation options: You can purchase a cancellation option when placing your order, subject to the terms and conditions provided
  • Weather: In the event of adverse weather conditions, the flight may be postponed to ensure your safety and the quality of the view

Important: Parking at Poitiers-Biard Airport is available near the terminal. The first 15 minutes are free.


Book your Poitiers Dynamique flight

To book your helicopter flight departing from Poitiers:

  1. Choose your formula on this page: individual ticket or private flight.
  2. Confirm your order online and receive your ticket, valid for 18 months.
  3. Contact our team or use our online scheduler to set the date of your flight departing from Poitiers-Biard.

Our team will be happy to answer any questions you may have:


Highlights of the Poitiers Dynamique Tour

Air Touraine offers you a unique aerial view of Poitiers and the Vienne region—a perspective you can’t experience from the ground. In just 10 minutes, discover a region where historical heritage, the art of living, fine dining, and innovation come together.

  • The perfect length for a first flight: about 10 minutes to fully enjoy the helicopter experience.
  • Five iconic landmarks: Poitiers, the Clos de la Ribaudière, Vayres, Chincé, and Futuroscope.
  • A tour blending heritage and modernity: a unique aerial exploration of the treasures of the Vienne region.
  • A convenient departure point from Poitiers-Biard Airport: easily accessible from Poitiers, Futuroscope, and the surrounding towns.
  • A safe helicopter flight: a professional pilot, a clear briefing, and a helicopter maintained to exacting standards.
  • A unique and memorable gift: a ticket valid for 18 months, perfect for couples, families, and groups of friends.

Air Touraine, a specialist in helicopter flights

Based in Touraine for over 45 years, Air Touraine is a company that specializes in sightseeing helicopter flights, first-time flights, and scenic tours.

We offer aerial experiences tailored to every preference, departing from several locations in the region. Our flights are operated by a company registered with the French Civil Aviation Authority (DGAC) for public passenger transport.

We hold several aviation certifications in the areas of air transport, aerial work, training, and airworthiness management.

Air Touraine is also committed to corporate social responsibility and environmental initiatives through the Green Flag project, with the goal of balancing the joy of flying with a sense of responsibility toward the regions we fly over.


Who is this Poitiers Dynamique flight intended for?

This helicopter flight is designed for those who want to experience the thrill of flying without embarking on a long tour. The Poitiers Dynamique tour is perfect for:

  • a birthday, Christmas, or Valentine's Day gift;
  • a family surprise;
  • a special moment for couples;
  • a unique way to explore Futuroscope and the Vienne region;
  • a bachelorette party, a bachelor party, or an outing with friends;
  • a tourist activity during a stay in Poitiers.

You can choose a regular ticket or a private flight to enjoy this experience exclusively with your loved ones.

Poitiers-Biard Airport

Overview and Accessibility of Poitiers Airport

Located in Biard, just outside Poitiers, the Poitiers-Biard Airport is a convenient departure point for your business trips, vacations, and helicopter flights with Air Touraine.

An airport near downtown Poitiers

Poitiers-Biard Airport is located on the western bypass of Poitiers, between Futuroscope and Poitiers Porte Sud. It is about 10 minutes from downtown and the Poitiers train station.

Easily accessible by car, taxi, ride-hailing service, or non-motorized transportation, the airport offers a compact layout that allows travelers to quickly reach the departure and arrival halls.

Your arrival for an Air Touraine helicopter flight

For your helicopter flight departing from Poitiers-Biard Airport, please arrive approximately 20 minutes before the scheduled flight time.

  1. Meet at the airport terminal.
  2. Please present your booking confirmation to our ground staff.
  3. After check-in and the safety briefing, you will head straight to the helicopter accompanied by our team.

How do I get to Poitiers-Biard Airport?

By car

From Poitiers or the neighboring towns, follow the road signs toward “Poitiers-Biard.” The airport is directly accessible from the western bypass.

By taxi or ride-hailing service

Several taxi and ride-hailing companies serve Poitiers-Biard Airport. We recommend booking your ride in advance.

By bike or scooter

The airport is accessible by non-motorized transportation. A free shelter for bicycles and electric scooters is available near the terminal.

Parking and Drop-Off Zone

The airport has two parking lots, P1 and P2, with a total capacity of approximately 300 spaces. They are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

  • The first 15 minutes of parking are free.
  • A free drop-off zone is available in front of the terminal.
  • Parking spaces reserved for people with limited mobility are located near the terminal.
  • The parking lots are outdoor and unguarded.

To ensure a quick drop-off, please do not park in the drop-off zone so as not to obstruct traffic or access to the terminal.

Accessibility for People with Limited Mobility

Poitiers-Biard Airport is installing facilities and providing assistance services to make travel easier for people with disabilities or limited mobility.

  • Accessible parking spaces near the terminal.
  • Designated drop-off area in front of the terminal.
  • An emergency call button used to request assistance.
  • Access ramps and elevators.
  • Wheelchairs are available upon request.
  • Staff trained to assist passengers at the airport.
  • Assistance is available from the parking lot to the boarding gate.
  • Luggage carts are available free of charge in the departure and arrival halls.
Tip: If you need special assistance, we recommend that you indicate this when you make your reservation and contact your airline or our team as soon as possible before your departure.

Services Available at the Airport

  • Free, unlimited Wi-Fi.
  • Restrooms and nurseries.
  • Free luggage carts.
  • Passenger Assistance Service.
  • Areas dedicated to business travelers.
  • Car rental and transportation services.

Address and Practical Information

Poitiers-Biard Airport
5 rue du Sous-Lieutenant Raymond Collard
86580 Biard – France

Phone: 05 49 30 04 40

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Futuroscope Xperiences

Futuroscope, a unique experience in the heart of the Vienne department

Just a few minutes from Poitiers, Futuroscope invites you to enjoy an extraordinary experience that blends technology, imagination, thrills, and discovery. This one-of-a-kind theme park takes visitors of all ages on a journey into extraordinary worlds.

A park focused on innovation and imagination

Since it opened, Futuroscope has offered a different kind of entertainment. Here, images, technology, and special effects come together to create immersive experiences that put visitors right in the heart of the action.

The park combines thrilling rides, spectacular projections, interactive experiences, and live performances. Each themed area is designed to spark curiosity, inspire wonder, and help visitors discover the world in a whole new way.

Whether you're a thrill-seeker, a lover of visuals, or simply looking for a unique family outing, Futuroscope offers a wide variety of experiences suitable for all ages.

Activities for the whole family

Immersive attractions

Immerse yourself in extraordinary worlds through giant screens, special effects, motion, and technologies that add a new dimension to the stories being told.

Thrills and Excitement

Futuroscope also offers thrilling experiences, dynamic adventures, and attractions that will take you on a journey from Earth to the far reaches of space.

The Aquascope

Extend your visit with Aquascope, an indoor water park featuring pools, immersive zones, and water slides for a unique experience that blends relaxation and thrills.

A true resort

Futuroscope Xperiences also features themed hotels, restaurants, shops, and a variety of services to extend the experience over several days.

Futuroscope as seen from the sky

From the air, Futuroscope offers a completely different perspective. Its futuristic architecture, major attractions, and landscaped surroundings come together to create a truly remarkable panorama.

A helicopter ride lets you soar above the ground and discover the park and the landscapes of the Vienne region from a whole new perspective. It’s a unique experience to enjoy with family, as a couple, or with friends.

Another way to explore Futuroscope: from the sky, the park blends into the wider landscape of countryside, villages, and iconic scenery of the Vienne region.

A site that's easy to access

Futuroscope is located about 20 minutes from Poitiers and is easily accessible by car, train, or public transportation.

  • Access via the A10 highway, Exit 28 “Futuroscope.”
  • The Futuroscope TGV station is directly connected to the park by a pedestrian bridge.
  • You can get there from the Poitiers train station by taxi, bus, or TER.
  • Visitor parking located right next to the park entrances.
  • Electric vehicle charging stations are available in the parking lot.

A Special Focus on Accessibility

Futuroscope has implemented various measures to make the park easier to visit for people with disabilities or limited mobility.

  • Parking spaces reserved for people with limited mobility.
  • Wheelchairs are available at the park entrance, subject to availability.
  • You can rent an electric scooter.
  • Specific information about the accessibility of attractions.
  • PSH Accessibility Wristband (subject to conditions).
  • Information and service desks to assist visitors.

To ensure your visit goes as smoothly as possible, we recommend that you review Futuroscope’s official accessibility guide before you arrive.

Futuroscope Address

Futuroscope Xperiences
Avenue René Monory
86360 Chasseneuil-du-Poitou

Reservations: 05 49 49 11 12

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Poitiers – City of Art and History

Discover Poitiers from the sky

Poitiers, the historic capital of the Vienne region, charms visitors with its exceptional heritage, medieval alleyways, Romanesque architecture, and warm atmosphere. From the air, the city offers a unique perspective on its history and landscapes.

Poitiers, a city with more than 2,000 years of history

An ancient fortified city perched on a rocky outcrop, Poitiers has grown over the centuries around its historic center. The city preserves traces of its ancient, medieval, and Renaissance past, while fostering a vibrant cultural and academic scene.

Poitiers is one of the first French cities to have been awarded the “City of Art and History” designation. Its monuments, ancient streets, and historic neighborhoods bear witness to the richness of Poitiers’ heritage.

Must-See Attractions in Poitiers

Our Lady of the Great

A true gem of Romanesque art, the Notre-Dame-la-Grande Church is famous for its carved façade and its remarkable polychrome decorations.

The Palace of the Counts of Poitou

A former medieval palace, this iconic building serves as a reminder of Poitiers’ historical role and its importance during the era of the Dukes of Aquitaine.

The Baptistery of Saint John

Considered one of the oldest Christian buildings in France, the Saint-Jean Baptistery stands as an exceptional testament to the city’s ancient and medieval history.

The narrow streets of the historic district

Half-timbered houses, mansions, bustling squares, and narrow, historic streets come together to create a charming downtown area that’s perfect for exploring on foot.

Poitiers as seen from the sky

Seen from a helicopter, Poitiers reveals another facet of its heritage. The historic center, perched on a promontory, stands out against a backdrop of valleys, rivers, and modern neighborhoods.

This aerial view offers a different perspective on the city’s main landmarks and helps one understand how Poitiers is laid out around its historic center.

A unique experience: take to the skies to discover Poitiers and the landscapes of the Vienne region from a whole new perspective during a scenic flight departing from Poitiers-Biard Airport.

A vibrant, culturally rich city

Poitiers is also a university and cultural city. Museums, performance venues, exhibition spaces, festivals, and events shape local life throughout the year.

  • The Sainte-Croix Museum and its historical and artistic collections.
  • The Poitiers Auditorium Theater.
  • The Espace Mendès France, dedicated to science and culture.
  • Guided tours and heritage trails.
  • The many cultural events held in the city.

How do I get to Poitiers?

By train

The Poitiers train station is served by the TGV, the LGV, and the TER. It provides easy access to the city from many major metropolitan areas.

By car

Poitiers is accessible via the major highways connecting Paris, Tours, Bordeaux, Nantes, and Limoges.

From the airport

Poitiers-Biard Airport is located just a few minutes from downtown, and you can reach Poitiers by taxi or car.

Sustainable Transportation

The historic center of Poitiers is easy to explore on foot. Public transportation options and parking are also available.

A City Committed to Accessibility

Poitiers and Greater Poitiers are developing initiatives to make it easier for people with disabilities to access cultural heritage sites, transportation, and activities.

  • Parking spaces reserved for people with limited mobility.
  • Information to help you plan an accessible trip.
  • Tours and facilities tailored to each cultural site.
  • Tactile models and Braille materials at the Heritage Hall.
  • Information on the accessibility of monuments and activities.

Since accessibility conditions may vary depending on the monument and tour, we recommend that you check in advance.

Poitiers and the surrounding area

Poitiers
, 86000 Poitiers
, France

Grand Poitiers Tourism Office: visitpoitiers.fr

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Discover Poitiers from the sky

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