Discover Bussac-foret, Charente-Maritime, Poitou-Charentes

In the heart of the forest, 40 minutes from Bordeaux and 15 minutes from Blaye, the Base de Loisirs des Lacs du Moulin Blanc offers you a pleasant natural setting in the shade of the pines. On the spot, you will find a fishing lake and a leisure lake, a hiking trail, picnic areas, a bowling alley, a restaurant with terrace .. The Balades à Roulettes® (BR®) are short, quiet walks, with a pushchair or a small bicycle, or adapted for people with reduced mobility (in a wheelchair), proposed by the French Federation of Rambling of the Gironde.

This loop combines the discovery of the local terroir with a stroll between vineyards and forest. A detour through the village of Marcillac allows you to admire its listed church, its famous distillery whose fireplace marks the landscape, and its winegrowers' cooperative, 2 local gastronomic curiosities. Then, still between the vineyards, you reach a hamlet and its old flour mill converted into a restaurant. After crossing an open landscape alternating fields and pastures, you pass the Livenne river. You take the wide tracks through the mixed forest. During this quiet stroll, you may be able to observe birds bustling through the foliage or meet a deer at the bend in the path. On the way back to the starting point, you will pass close to the remains of another watermill, a witness to Marcillac's rich industrial heritage

Located south of Charente, in the immediate vicinity of the Charente-Maritime and its estuaries, Chantillac offers a hilly and wooded landscape, typical of the forest of the Double Saintongeoise.

Departure from the parking of the town hall of Pugnac From the parking, pass between the school and the hall, street "St Mamet - La Salvetat". Continue straight until the stop sign. Take the pave road in front until the next stop. At the intersection, turn right. We arrive at the hamlet "Les Métairies", cross it. At the following hamlet, go to the second intersection, at the signs, turn left. This pave road became a path that we take straight to toward the marshes of Moron. After the last house, you can go straight to take a break on the edge of the Moron. Otherwise, continuer the ballade, turn left on a grassy path. Then, at the intersection of two paths, continue straight ahead. Few meters away, turn left. Continue straight along a pond. At the signs, go on the right. Before the stop, turn right to take the white path. Arrived at the pave road, cross it and take the path in front to "Cassillac". At the end of the hamlet, turn left and continue on this same path to enter in "Augereau". Then, turn left and at the end of it, turn right. Take the right side again to "Lassalle". This is particularly here that there was a roman housing was excavated and then covered to prevent damages. At the entrance of the hamlet , leave the pave road to take on the right a path, going to "Le Vieux Moulin". Close to the creek, at the watermill's ruin well hidden by the vegetation, turn left and continue straight in undergrowth until "St-Urbain". At the road D23, cross it to arrive at the St Urbain Chapel, from the VXIIth century. The West entrance has a a steeple, which was restored in 1894 you can visit the Chapel or take a break on the public bench. Get back on the road and turn right : Caution with the traffic. A the signs, turn right. At the next intersection, walk straight ahead to "St Christoly". At the signs, go on the left on the path. At the end of the vines parcel, turn left. Go around it between the vineyard and the wood. Take the right at the end of the parcel and straight then right until the next signs. Get back on the pave road. Turn left to join the D135. At the intersection, turn right. At a hundred meters, turn left to go down in undergrowth. Just after the creek, go on the right to take a grassy path that winds between plots : turn left to go up, then on the right and finally on the left to a little pave road. At the intersection, at the signs, go up straight ahead. Stay on this little road, to the center of Pugnac. After the cemetery, at the signs of the intersection, turn left to arrive at the street "Des Anciens Combattants" that take you back at the starting point. Before going back at the town hall, you can go at the church Notre-Dame of Pugnac, this romanesque church was destroyed and rebuilt at the XIXth century.

For several years now, the Sentiers des Arts has been a key cultural and artistic event in the Estuaire region. The CARA, the Communauté de Communes de la Haute-Saintonge and the Communauté de Communes de l?Estuaire are pursuing their common desire to unite their territory through an artistic project that stands out each year for its originality, through original, monumental and ephemeral works that reconcile urban art and heritage. Discover the works on the estuary canton proposed by 10 artists from worlds as rich as they are varied!

For several years now, the Sentiers des Arts has been a major cultural and artistic event in the Estuaire region. Discover the works of Braud-et-Saint-Louis, Port des Callonges and Saint-Ciers sur Gironde, presented by 5 artists from a rich and varied world! This loop can be done by bike, for our cycling friends.

For several years now, Sentiers des Arts has been a cultural and artistic event in the Estuaire region. Discover the works of Saint-Androny, Braud-et-Saint-Louis, Port des Callonges and Saint-Ciers sur Gironde, by 5 artists from a rich and varied world! This loop can be done by bike, for our cycling friends.

For several years now, the Sentiers des Arts has been a key cultural and artistic event in the Estuaire region. For the 11th Sentiers des Arts, the CARA, the Communauté de Communes de la Haute-Saintonge and the Communauté de Communes de l?Estuaire are pursuing their shared desire to unite their territory through an artistic project that stands out each year for its originality, through original, monumental and ephemeral works that reconcile urban art and heritage. Discover the works in Braud-et-Saint-Louis by 3 artists from worlds as rich as they are varied!

Departure from the car park of the church of Tauriac. Walk in front of the City hall, then the school and take the second street right “Guinaudine", until the intersection with the street “Carrière": beautiful view of the castle Labarde. At the stop, turn right. Climb the small hill, then get down again. At the first intersection, turn left to follow the small tarred path. Go down the valley then go back up to the road “Route des châteaux”. Of this point, by leaving to the left, possibility of shortening the stroll. Pursue the stroll by turning right. In the hamlet, turn left on the path "Du moulin vieux". At the sign, walk to the left the dirt track and continue quite straight ahead between plots of land of vineyard. Just before the castle Mounichoux, at the end of the ranks of vineyard and at the sign, leave to the right. Come down opposite between vineyards and wood. At the house, the path) continues quite straight ahead. It becomes tarred downward the route. Continue quite straight ahead until the intersection. At the sign, turn left and continue on this tarred road, along the breeding of deers. Cross the bridge of the small brook: we are down the castle Bousquet. In the hamlet "Le Ligat" are the tracks of the former railroad between St André de Cubzac, Bourg and Blaye. At the end of the hamlet, at the sign, turn left and continue up to the last house. Go up the valley. Leave to the right on the bank lined with trees. In the rear, near a house, leave to the left. Follow this small tarred way and at the intersection, turn left. Caution: traffic. Cross the CD 669: Caution: traffic. Leave to the right up to the first small tarred path. Turn right and continue on this small path up to a coomb to the right in the vineyards which allows to have an exceptional point of view on Bourg and its river. Return by this small path until D669, stay on the low side and walk to the right. Leave to the left and to follow the path tarred by right which is lined with stone pines. In the crow's-foot, continue to the left in descent. Come down by a path lined with trees up to the locality "La Lustre". In the tarred road, turn left and go until stop: be careful of the car traffic in all the village. Cross the CD669. Leave to the right by remaining good on the pavement. At the first intersection, at the sign, turn left and take the “Route des Châteaux". Continue by rising by the same way. At the end of the village, at the sign, set to the right the “Chemin de Montforton". Do not go into the hamlet but go down the path towards vineyards and small brook. Cross the small bridge and go back up quite straight ahead. On the left are a fountain and a stone wash house. At the intersection, borrow opposite the Chemin du Gros ". Continue quite straight ahead until the intersection with the “Route de Beurié ". Turn to the left and turn right immediately. Continue on the path up to the wood. Turn left up to the tarred road. Turn right and join the car park of the departure.

Departure at the parking of the Windmill of Grand Puy. Do not miss the outstanding visit of the windmill, the miller’s house and the amazing point of view of the township. Get down the coast. At the bottom, turn left and follow the road. At the crossroad, turn right to join the center of Lansac. On the left, there is the beautiful church of Saint Pierre. Follow the signs along it. Before coming back to the road D133, a path coming on the left to join the « Libarde’s Ballade ». To continue on the « Windmill Ballade », join the D133 and turn left. Continue straight ahead. After the descent, it is possible to take a little path that goes to the ruins of the castel of Lansac. Otherwise, follow the D133 until the crossroad with the D134. Then turn right and cross the road to join the passage at the end of the rows of vines to walk safely. At the signs, climb by the path on the left. At the top, pass through the vines up to the village « Noliquet ». At the crossroad with the road, turn right. In the locality « Viens », turn right in front of the beautiful mansion built in stone of Bourgeais. The stone comes from the quarries located in Prignac et Marcamps. Nowadays, one is still active visible with the « Ballade of the Moron ». Get down this path located between the vines and the grove until the crossroad with the road D134. Turn left and, few meters away, cross to engage the bottom of a grassy slope. Further away, get around the vines to arrive on a road. Turn right and follow the locality « Labrousse ». Continue until an other road. At the crossroad, turn right to join the bottom of the coast of the Windmill, and then get up to join the point where you started.

Attractive 28 m2 atypical gîte in the heart of an equestrian farm ideally situated in the heart of northern Gironde. Recently renovated, this accommodation offers a quiet space in the heart of the countryside. Numerous hiking, horse-riding and mountain-biking trails are nearby.) Can be used as a stopover gîte for hikers.

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 New Aquitaine, surrounded by 3 UNESCO cities & prestigious vineyards, the gite is bathed in a calm and natural atmosphere conducive to rest. Fitted out in a 20th century Gironde house, this gîte entirely restored in 2019 has a very good level of comfort: equipped kitchen, freezer, dining area, large living room with 4K & big screen TV, old bedroom with 140 bed and beautiful shower room with large shower, WC and hair dryer. Washing machine with dryer. Sofa bed + 2 beds of 90. To take advantage of the outdoor setting, you will have a terrace to the north and a larger one to the south with a summer kitchen, plancha and herb garden. Adjoining the owners. Included charges, welcome, 1st necessity and maintenance products, sheets, towels and kitchen linen, tablecloth and napkins. Wifi & free parking. Alarm protection. Non-smoking gite.

Located 40km from Bordeaux, in the heart of the village, close to the shops, La Paillote offers you a unique experience combining comfort, conviviality and authenticity. Whether you're here for a relaxing getaway or a business trip, our establishment welcomes you in a warm and picturesque setting. La Paillote is much more than just a hotel-restaurant; it's an invitation to relax and discover the region's culinary traditions. Come and enjoy our hospitality and let yourself be seduced by the charm of our home.

The 600 co-owners of Château Réaut in the medieval town of Rions invite you to explore the Cadillac-Côtes de Bordeaux landscape. As you ride along the hillsides on an electrically-assisted mountain bike, you'll be able to appreciate the infinite wealth of natural, cultural, heritage and wine-growing sites, and the wines that come from them. Enjoy the "Bulle verte" experience of quiet exploration.

In the heart of the countryside, come and recharge your batteries in this charming, character-filled gîte, housed in the cellars and outbuildings of an early 19th-century manor house. You'll appreciate the meticulous decoration, the high level of comfort and the spacious bedrooms, each with its own bathroom with whirlpool bath... Relax in the flower-filled garden or by the pool.

Treat yourself to a serene stay in this charming gite in the heart of the countryside. The 330 m² stone house features large communal areas ideal for the whole family. The spacious, cocooning living space allows the whole family to get together to relax and play, with a billiard room upstairs and an arcade. Fully equipped kitchen, open-plan living room, dining room, 4 double bedrooms and a dormitory, 2 bathrooms. A large enclosed garden with children's games and a large terrace.

The Domaine de la Ronce welcomes you in a charming house with private Spa, Sauna and Swimming pool, in the heart of the Bordeaux vineyards. Ideally located between Bordeaux and Saint-Emilion, this charming house of 135 m² (barn of an old wine property), is fully equipped. A real haven of peace in a green setting, the domain offers a calm and relaxing environment with a landscaped park, fenced in and not overlooked. Free Wifi, private parking (single beds or baby bed on request).

Five generations of winegrowers have succeeded one another on this exceptional terroir where Franck Fourcade cultivates his vines with his horses. 7 hectares of vines and 40,000 bottles produced each years. Franck is a passionate person who will help you discover, over the course of a day, how he works his vines with his horses but also how he vinifies and ages his wines with unique method all his own. This will also be an opportunity to share a meal together around of the brazier.

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

The town hall rents out its village hall for all ceremonies (weddings, meals...)

The library offers activities for children. As part of the intermunicipal network of libraries in the canton of Saint Savin, it offers a range of books on the themes of science and geography.

The library offers activities for children. As part of the intermunicipal network of libraries in the canton of Saint Savin, the library offers a range of books on the theme of comic books

Charming and rustic, the small chapel of Tutiac is dedicated to Notre Dame de Verdot. It is peacefully nestled among vineyards and pine trees. Of old construction, it was rebuilt in 1834; it was on this date that the decapitated polychrome Virgin (13th or 14th century) was exhumed from the walls of the sacristy. Ex-votos offered as a sign of gratitude bear witness to the spirituality of this place, which is always the subject of an annual pilgrimage on 8 September (Nativity of the Virgin).

The library offers activities for children. As part of the intermunicipal network of libraries in the canton of Saint Savin, the library offers a range of books on the themes of art history and my painting.

The town hall rents out its village hall for all ceremonies (weddings, meals...).

The church was built in 1843 on the site of a chapel burnt down during the Terror. This neo-Romanesque style building is the work of Pierre Auguste Labbée. It houses a sculpture of Saint Savin, a martyr of the 5th century. Note: large surface of painted decoration. The fresco of the choir represents the Apocalypse according to Saint John.

The town hall rents out its village hall for all ceremonies (weddings, meals...).

Pizzeria located in the centre of the village.

In a contemporary and warm setting, the team offers modern and exotic cuisine (flavours of the world) in a warm atmosphere. In addition, a catering activity, a grocery store as well as outdoor activities (Bikeboard company).

Recently opened, Mr Tacos Kebab will be your ideal ally for taking good tacos and kebabs home with you!

The "Les Platanes" restaurant in Etauliers has reopened its doors to delight you, with not one, but two dining rooms! New chef Bruno Noailly offers generous, French-inspired cuisine using local, seasonal produce. And customers have a choice: take their time to enjoy à la carte dishes in the "Les platanes" room, or discover the daily specials for lunch in the "A table! A unique setting to suit your mood, your time and your budget! Because at Les Platanes, there's something for everyone!

L'Aïnhoa is a new restaurant located in Etauliers. As you may have guessed from its evocative name, it's obviously a Basque restaurant! Discover the gastronomy of this beautiful region without further ado!

In an old wine storehouse dating from 1830, in the heart of a two-hectare park planted with trees, Cristina Derache, Chef, offers you a creative and generous cuisine, made from fresh products that follow the rhythm of the seasons and are supplied by regional producers The dishes are essentially cooked with fresh seasonal produce from numerous regional producers to ensure a short circuit to our raw materials.

Situated in the heart of the forest, the Moulin de Charlot is a bucolic place, giving way to a privileged environment. A true haven of peace, the Moulin bears witness to an important past activity. Very attached to the mill, which has been in the family for several generations, Sabrina and Frédéric offer you a warm welcome. Their dishes are well prepared, using fresh, seasonal produce! Come and enjoy the place with your family or friends, and let yourself be lulled by the nature that surrounds you... On selected Thursday evenings throughout the summer, a concert featuring local bands is offered for you to discover or rediscover!

Court-circuit" in Pugnac, founded by Sarah and Muriel, is much more than just a restaurant; it's a true hybrid living space that honors short circuits and ethical values. You'll find : - A restaurant offering healthy, tasty and vitamin-packed cuisine, prepared with local produce from short distribution channels. Reviews emphasize the quality of the products, the light preparations and the attractive presentation of the dishes. The value for money is excellent. - A designer boutique and a delicatessen of local products to extend the gourmet experience at home. - A bar/buvette with craft beers, local wines, soft drinks from Gironde, and the possibility of tasting aperitif planks. It's also a gathering place for local artists (concerts, theater, exhibitions, after-work events).

Discover the new restaurant in Braud-et-Saint-Louis, "Rest'O Bon Coin". Ideally located on the route of the Canal des deux mers, this restaurant is sure to please cyclists, locals and tourists alike. So don't wait any longer to discover your new restaurant! Takeaway offer: Burger.

Da Leonardo is a pizzeria located in Saint-Ciers-sur-Gironde. It opened its doors in 2024 and offers typical Italian dishes: Pizza, Lasagne, Carbonara or Bolognese.

Attractive 28 m2 atypical gîte in the heart of an equestrian farm ideally situated in the heart of northern Gironde. Recently renovated, this accommodation offers a quiet space in the heart of the countryside. Numerous hiking, horse-riding and mountain-biking trails are nearby.) Can be used as a stopover gîte for hikers.

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 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.

Parking area located in the car park of the Town Hall, near the church. Service area (behind the Tourist Office, rue des Vignes) in Saint-Savin 3 km away.

Pascale and Jacky await you at this large (170 m²), modern holiday cottage with a heated pool and jacuzzi (both covered). Enjoy the large patio opening onto a tree-filled park as well as a garden where you can pick the seasonal vegetables. Your kids will be delighted to discover the chickens, ponies and sheep on the property, not to mention the swing set. Open kitchen with all mod cons, lounge, one large bedroom with an adjustable queen bed and bathroom for persons with reduced mobility. Upstairs: Two bedrooms (one with a queen bed, one with a double) with baby cot, one twin room (bunk beds), each with en suite washroom.

Service area located behind the Tourist Office. Grey water, black water, drinking water and household waste disposal with selective sorting. The Tourist Office offers many documents to discover the region and its surroundings, a shop selling local products and free WIFI. A parking area close to the shops is located in the village

Parking space in the village, close to the shops. Service area in the village behind the Tourist Office, rue des vignes (opposite the Intermarché). You will find all tourist information to discover the area and its surroundings, a shop selling local products, and WIFI.

In the heart of New Aquitaine, surrounded by 3 UNESCO cities & prestigious vineyards, the gite is bathed in a calm and natural atmosphere conducive to rest. Fitted out in a 20th century Gironde house, this gîte entirely restored in 2019 has a very good level of comfort: equipped kitchen, freezer, dining area, large living room with 4K & big screen TV, old bedroom with 140 bed and beautiful shower room with large shower, WC and hair dryer. Washing machine with dryer. Sofa bed + 2 beds of 90. To take advantage of the outdoor setting, you will have a terrace to the north and a larger one to the south with a summer kitchen, plancha and herb garden. Adjoining the owners. Included charges, welcome, 1st necessity and maintenance products, sheets, towels and kitchen linen, tablecloth and napkins. Wifi & free parking. Alarm protection. Non-smoking gite.

In the heart of the countryside, between Blaye, Saint Emilion and Bordeaux, come and relax by the heated indoor pool (all year round). Le Cocon de Lily offers you a restful setting for relaxing moments. 4 rooms, the "Family" room for 2 to 4 persons, the "Nature" room for 2 persons, the "Loft Bois" and the "Loft Cosy" with Jacuzzi, small kitchen and small private terrace.

The owners welcome you with conviviality on the domain where a park and a bowling alley are at the disposal of the campers. They will be happy to share their love of wine with you during a visit. On the program: visit of the buildings and tasting (wine cellar and bottles, walk in the vineyards). A 2.7 km route to discover the property on foot or by bike is offered as well as the Queen's Challenges (riddles in the heart of our vineyard). Free visit and tasting. Shopping village and service area in Saint-Savin at 3 km. The reception is labeled France Passion.