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Built on a hill from which was formerly extracted flint, Montchaude dominates the Petite Champagne charentaise.

Barret, in the heart of Petite Champagne, offers diverse landscapes and panoramas of the surrounding countryside.

Built on a hill from which was formerly extracted flint, Montchaude dominates the Petite Champagne charentaise.

Between Champagne Charente and the forest of the Double Saintongeaise, Lamérac offers a wine and woodland landscape typical of the South Charente.

Served to the west by the national 10, the village of Vignolles is traversed by rich valleys formed by the rivers of the Ne and Beau.

Ladiville lies at the confluence of the Maury and the Né, a tributary of the Charente. The Né Valley offers a varied landscape ranging from alluvial forest to limestone hills rich in plant species.

La Compagnie de Bouteville combines culture and tastes during a visit of the castle and its company of artisanal French balsamic in Bouteville, Charente. During the summer, La Compagnie de Bouteville organises guided tours of the castel of Bouteville combined with a tour of its workshop of French balsamic made of Ugni Blanc grape mold. It is aged for 3, 6 or 10 years in oak barrels that have contained eau-de-vie from our region. Milder, lighter and less acidic than vinegar, many starred chefs have chosen Baume de Bouteville to enhance their gastronomic menus. You will be offered a tasting at the end of the tour.

The Galards Estate, a family property for four centuries, welcomes you in the charm and calm of a country setting. In the heart of the forest, the typical 17th and 19th century Charentais house houses five guest rooms. Two bedrooms on the first floor of the house and three in the outbuildings. One room on the ground floor has the "Tourism & Handicap" label. The park with its century-old trees is home to the swimming pool, where you can enjoy the aquatic pleasures. Couples, families, but also hikers, walkers and cyclists will appreciate the calm of this place, but also the pond for sports activities. Pascal, the owner of the place, passionate about heritage, will be happy to tell you about the family history of this place. He will also be able to advise you on how to discover the Maison de la Forêt de Haute-Saintonge, the Vauban citadel in Blaye, not forgetting a few good addresses of local producers.

The Bourgoin family's history, know-how and secrets are presented in a modern, uncluttered setting, with the guidance of a member of the family.

A complete tour of the Bourgoin estate followed by a picnic lunch to extend your experience in the heart of the vineyard.

This small-scale tour reveals the history of the estate, and the know-how and secrets of the Bourgoin family, in a modern, uncluttered setting aboard a D4B, a retro vehicle dating from the 1960s.

The BOURGOIN family vineyard has existed since 1930 and extends over several crus 9 km away from Angoulême. This small house produces atypical cognacs. Their vision is a natural approach to winemaking, transparency and innovation.

In the heart of Angoulême's old town, opposite Les Halles, close to lively streets, museums and monuments, the Mercure Hôtel de France offers 89 rooms with restaurant, bar and private lounges.

Charming, comfortable wooden house with large terrace overlooking a private pond. Shaded, it's ideal for aperitifs, reading and contemplating the setting sun, on 2 hectares of land. It comprises 2 bedrooms (140cm beds) and an extra 140cm bed. No-kill fishing available. Canoeing base on the Dronne 1km away, Aubeterre sur Dronne (charming village) 12km, St Emilion (UNESCO listed) 43km. Numerous forest walks directly from the accommodation. Accessible to people with reduced mobility. The house includes 1 shower room, 2 bedrooms, living room/kitchen, 25m2 terrace. RATES: from 165 ? per night, 2 nights minimum.

A floating lodge, lost in the middle of a private pond in the heart of nature. Here, no neighbors, no noise, just water, calm and koi carp gliding beneath your feet. Equipped with every comfort: double bed, sofa bed, kitchen, terrace, barbecue, video projector with Netflix/Prime, satellite wifi, a relaxation net suspended over the water. Access by motorboat. No swimming, no fishing: just the pleasure of slowing down.

Classified as a historic monument since 28th February 1984, the castle of Bouteville was selected in the Mission Bern in 2018. After several years of restauration, this major site of the regional historical heritage opens you its doors. Immerse yourself in the history of Bouteville Castle! Thanks to an innovative and playful scenography, retrace the thousand years of history lived by this emblematic castle of Charente, in the heart of the Grande Champagne, 1st cru of the cognac appellation. Dynamic model, video projections and interactive terminals punctuate the visit to make discover to the visitors the retrospective of the castle. Child devices complete the visit to delight both young and old.

Become the captain of your cruise and discover the Charente by river. Unlicensed houseboats for 2 to 10 people. Weekends, mini-weeks, weeks... Minimum 2 days and 2 nights on board. No daily or hourly rentals!

Michel Vallaeys invites you to break through the barriers of everyday life in the authentic setting of its equestrian farm, labelled "Welcome to the Farm". Come and discover during a stay at the farm, alone or in groups, a farm and its human, animal and natural environment. Introduction to horseback riding, horse riding, rental or accommodation of equines, discover all our equestrian activities in a rural setting. All year round, visit of the farm (horse breeding, vine, tobacco and grain cultivation, forest discovery), Ardhillon circuit (in pursuit of Fantoche, through woods and fields...), ponies and horses animation, accompanied rando, attelage. Accredited training centre, horse and carriage first ride, horseback riding from 1 hour to several days to discover the people, landscapes and local products. Teenagers' courses and FFE (French Equestrian Federation) exam training course. Horse rental by the hour, half day and day. Riders home, in dormitory and rooms - Horses home : in meadows and five stalls, saddlery, shower, pellets and hay supplied. Luggage transport, picnic preparation and board and half-board catering available (reception room 64 seats).

An ideal spot for safe swimming, sunbathing, for fishing, canoeing, walking or simply observing nature.

Planning to visit Villebois-Lavalette? Why not stop off for a picnic in the village of Vaux-Lavalette? Hidden away, opposite the town hall, there is a table where you can enjoy sandwiches, chips and ready-made meals. Families and friends will be happy to meet in a quiet, grassy area. A few trees at the back of the square will provide shade in the summer.

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Dive into the heart of the 9th art! Created in 1990, the Musée de la Bande dessinée d'Angoulême is a natural extension of the international festival that has been held here every year since 1974.

St. Martin's Church dates back to the 12th century as well as the apse and the central part of the nave. The portal was reworked from the XIVth century as well as the wide part of the nave. In the XIXth century the bell tower was raised on the façade. In the vestibule, the old facade of the XIVth century is still visible. On the outside you can see the elevation of the church in the 19th century The lower parts of the walls, the chevet with the modillions and the openings remain from the Romanesque period.

Parcoul borders the Charente department. In 1790, when the départements were created, the commune briefly belonged to Charente-Inférieure (now Charente-Maritime), before finally joining the Dordogne. The architecture of some of the houses suggests that Parcoul was once a bastide town. Don't miss the church of Saint-Martin, listed as a historic monument since 1979. With its leisure park and Paradou" campsite, Parcoul has become a popular destination for tourists from all over France and abroad.

Pizzeria located in the centre of the village.

This bar-restaurant located at the entrance of the village, proposes a traditional cooking of our region. You can enjoy it on the terrace or in the dining room.

The Moulin restaurant serves local and gourmet cuisine. Reservations recommended. Open Friday and Saturday evenings.

In Hispanic countries and in the south of France, a peña is a group of friends who get together to share one or more common passions, in an informal atmosphere often linked to the party. Taste our local and foreign specialties. Evenings with themes.

Traditional catering, fast food, Pizzas - Terrace Open only from 20 May to 15 September every day for lunch and dinner.

The restaurant offers you its regional specialities based on fresh and local products: grills, fish, homemade desserts, wine cellar. Room and terraces.

Le Régal des Dieux offers tapas, charcuterie, cheese and seafood platters in a warm and welcoming setting.

This restaurant located in the city centre offers traditional cuisine. Possibility to eat on the terrace

Discover the local cuisine at the Table à Manger (Chez Marraine in Saint-Vincent-Jalmoutiers). Open on Saturdays for lunch and dinner and on Sundays for lunch, in Spring, Autumn and Winter (by reservation only)

Traditional restaurant offers daily menus in the village of St-Vincent de Jalmoutiers. Only on reservation, contact them 2 days before.

The Galards Estate, a family property for four centuries, welcomes you in the charm and calm of a country setting. In the heart of the forest, the typical 17th and 19th century Charentais house houses five guest rooms. Two bedrooms on the first floor of the house and three in the outbuildings. One room on the ground floor has the "Tourism & Handicap" label. The park with its century-old trees is home to the swimming pool, where you can enjoy the aquatic pleasures. Couples, families, but also hikers, walkers and cyclists will appreciate the calm of this place, but also the pond for sports activities. Pascal, the owner of the place, passionate about heritage, will be happy to tell you about the family history of this place. He will also be able to advise you on how to discover the Maison de la Forêt de Haute-Saintonge, the Vauban citadel in Blaye, not forgetting a few good addresses of local producers.

In the heart of Angoulême's old town, opposite Les Halles, close to lively streets, museums and monuments, the Mercure Hôtel de France offers 89 rooms with restaurant, bar and private lounges.

Charming, comfortable wooden house with large terrace overlooking a private pond. Shaded, it's ideal for aperitifs, reading and contemplating the setting sun, on 2 hectares of land. It comprises 2 bedrooms (140cm beds) and an extra 140cm bed. No-kill fishing available. Canoeing base on the Dronne 1km away, Aubeterre sur Dronne (charming village) 12km, St Emilion (UNESCO listed) 43km. Numerous forest walks directly from the accommodation. Accessible to people with reduced mobility. The house includes 1 shower room, 2 bedrooms, living room/kitchen, 25m2 terrace. RATES: from 165 ? per night, 2 nights minimum.

In the village of Donnezac you will find a parking area near the church. At the exit of the village, the Massif forestier de la Double offers beautiful walks. The nearest service area is in Saint-Savin, 12 kilometres away, rue des vignes, behind the Tourist Office.

The Moulin du Treuil is situated on the border of the Dordogne and Charente rivers, in the heart of the Val de Dronne, a hilly region steeped in history and with a variety of agricultural crops. It is a vast estate with two barns facing East and West, the miller's house and the 16th century mill. The estate is situated in the heart of a protected green area (Natura 2000) of more than 11 hectares with its river, its peat bog full of fish, its woods and its cultivated fields. Brigitte and Patrick, offer you their lodgings accessible to handicapped persons and their guest rooms for your stays or your family holidays. They will be delighted to welcome you all year round in a natural setting, where you can, according to your tastes, surprise roe deer, wild boar, tease pike or dream under the stars.

The Moulin du Treuil is situated on the border of the Dordogne and Charente rivers, in the heart of the Val de Dronne, a hilly region steeped in history and with a variety of agricultural crops. It is a vast estate with two barns facing East and West, the miller's house and the 16th century mill. The estate is situated in the heart of a protected green area (Natura 2000) of more than 11 hectares with its river, its peat bog full of fish, its woods and its cultivated fields. Brigitte and Patrick, offer you their lodgings accessible to handicapped persons and their guest rooms for your stays or your family holidays. They will be delighted to welcome you all year round in a natural setting, where you can, according to your tastes, surprise roe deer, wild boar, tease pike or dream under the stars.

The Moulin du Treuil is situated on the border of the Dordogne and Charente rivers, in the heart of the Val de Dronne, a hilly region steeped in history and with a variety of agricultural crops. It is a vast estate with two barns facing East and West, the miller's house and the 16th century mill. The estate is situated in the heart of a protected green area (Natura 2000) of more than 11 hectares with its river, its peat bog full of fish, its woods and its cultivated fields. Brigitte and Patrick, offer you their lodgings accessible to handicapped persons and their guest rooms for your stays or your family holidays. They will be delighted to welcome you all year round in a natural setting, where you can, according to your tastes, surprise roe deer, wild boar, tease pike or dream under the stars.

The Moulin du Treuil is located on the border of the Dordogne and the Charente, in the heart of the Val de Dronne, a hilly region steeped in history with varied agricultural crops. It is a vast estate with two barns facing East and West, the miller's house and the 16th century mill. The whole is located in the heart of a protected green area (Natura 2000) of more than 11 hectares with its river, its peat bog full of fish, its wood and its cultivated fields. Brigitte and Patrick, offer you their guest rooms labeled Tourism and Handicap and Chambres d'Hôtes Référence, for your stays or your family vacations. They will be happy to welcome you all year round in a natural setting, where you can, according to your taste, surprise deer, wild boars, tease pike or dream under the stars.

Campsite*** LE PARADOU will charm you by the diversity of its services, its privileged geographical location and friendliness. Camping with 88 pitches tents, caravans, motorhomes, mobile homes or fully-equipped chalets. Heated swimming pool, bar, snack bar, amusement park with swimming pond. Giant slide, water course, various activities such as fishing, entertainment, sports, various parties. A receptive and cheerful team is at your service.

The delights of the Périgord at the gateway to the Charentes! We welcome you in the quiet of a small hamlet, in one of our 5 authentic and comfortable rooms for an energizing night with a hearty breakfast and a home-made meal. After a walk, a bike ride or an excursion, you can enjoy the pool or relax in the orchard with a view on the fields and hills. We look forward to welcoming you soon.