Poitiers is a regional commercial and administrative centre. The city’s principal industries are electronics manufacturing, food processing, and printing. The University of Poitiers (1431) is known for its research in the biotechnology and health fields.
How big is Poitiers?
16.26 mi²
Poitiers/Area
What country is Poitiers in?
France
listen); Poitevin: Poetàe) is a city on the Clain river in west-central France. It is a commune and the capital of the Vienne department and the historical centre of Poitou. In 2017 it had a population of 88,291….Poitiers.
| Poitiers Poetàe | |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Vienne |
| Arrondissement | Poitiers |
What does Poitiers mean in French?
pwatje
British Dictionary definitions for Poitiers Poitiers. / (French pwatje) / noun. a city in S central France: capital of the former province of Poitou until 1790; scene of the battle (1356) in which the English under the Black Prince defeated the French; university (1432).
What does Poitier mean in French?
British Dictionary definitions for Poitiers Poitiers. / (French pwatje) / noun. a city in S central France: capital of the former province of Poitou until 1790; scene of the battle (1356) in which the English under the Black Prince defeated the French; university (1432).
Is Poitiers in the Loire Valley?
Poitiers sits also close to the “Chateaux de la Loire”. Come and discover these castles and nearby towns, villages, museums, parks and other specialities of the Loire Valley.
Why is Diane de Poitiers famous?
Diane de Poitiers (9 January 1500 – 25 April 1566) was a French noblewoman and prominent courtier. She wielded much power and influence as King Henry II’s royal mistress and adviser until his death. Her position increased her wealth and family’s status. She was a major patron of French Renaissance architecture.
