Angouleme, Charente, Poitou-Charentes

Chemin de la Fontaine ("Fountain's trail"). A 6km hiking trail (departure: town hall) where you will see the church, the castle, a wash house, an old mill, etc .

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.

The Émilie trail, which starts from the parking lot of the arboretum, is 6.4 km long. You will discover the arboretum and cross the forest of La Mothe Clédou.

Situated in the Voultron valley, not far from the oppidum of Villebois-Lavalette, Blanzaguet is a highly distinctive site. The small village of Blanzaguet-Saint-Cybard is home to a number of grand Charentais-style residences surrounding its 12th-century church. In the Middle Ages, the history of the village was mainly that of its castle, a stronghold of the Poitevin family and later the Galard de Béarn family. The church was listed as a historic monument in 1920 and renovated in 2000. The stained glass windows, gilded metal chandeliers (created by the Garnier workshop) and paintings/acoustic panels are contemporary. A remarkable interior. Along the way, in the hamlet of La Chaussade, you'll see a wash-house, a liberty tree and a mill below. You will then head towards the Nizonne where you will see the Moulin du Menieux, an industrial vestige with an iron water wheel on its side. There is a fine view over the Nizonne valley. You will then come to Edon with its church, the town hall which occupies an old dwelling and a wash-house. Take the R36, between Angoumois and Périgord, and enjoy the views of the château de Villebois-Lavalette 6 and Saint-Cybard.

The path of Rauzet whose departure is at the grandmontaine church of Rauzet is of a length of 6km. Before leaving, take the time to visit this church as well as the hut of the leafcutter located next to it.

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.

The commune of La Rochebeaucourt-Et-Argentine abounds in an extraordinary biodiversity where large wetlands of the Nizonne rub shoulders with limestone causses whose network of quarries shelters numerous species of bats. With a real mosaic of vegetation (rocky slab plants, dry grasslands, juniper moors, heaths, pubescent oak forests), the Argentine plateau NATURA 2000 site is considered to be the richest group of calcareous grasslands in the Dordogne. The site is home to 353 plant species of which fifteen are protected. Nearly 200 animal species, 24 of which are of community interest, complete this inventory (great murine, woodlark, ocellated lizard).

From the village of La Rochebeaucourt located on the border of the Dordogne and the Charente, a path leads to the village of Argentina, home to a beautiful legend. Situated on a rocky spur overlooking the Nizonne valley, the small village of Argentina, in addition to its small half-Romanesque, half-Gothic church, once located on a pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, has a troglodytic complex known locally as "cluzeaux", which has been developed over several periods. For hikers, a 4.5 km trail allows you to discover the limestone plateau and its richness in flora and heritage.

Gurat is a charming little town on the banks of the River Nizonne, where nature, water and people come together. At the gateway to the Dordogne, discover this undulating route full of light and colour, between forests and orchid-filled dry grasslands. First of all, in the village, you'll discover the church of Saint Roch, built around the 10th and 11th centuries and dedicated to "Notre Dame de l'Assomption" (Our Lady of the Assumption), then the Paul Déroulède square where his bust (Charente MP and poet) is enthroned, and the Château de Gurat, an architectural ensemble dating from the 15th century. Along the trail, you can discover vast natural horizons, as well as many elements of the region's small built and natural heritage, and maybe you'll be lucky enough to see wild orchids. Take the time to visit the monolithic church, known as the chapel of Saint-Georges, located just above the village centre in the Lizonne Valley. Carved into the rock face, it can be reached by walking along the stream from the wash-house and taking the short interpretation trail, which will tell you more about the building and the surrounding Natura 2000 environment. The underground church at Gurat has been listed as a historic monument since 1963. Further down, towards the Vendoire peat bogs (a reserve of rare flora and fauna) and on the banks of the Ronsenac canal, the village wash-house supplies water to the Moulin du Roc.

Vaux-Lavalette is a small village located on a ridge connecting the Lizonne valley to the main ridge. It is classified in the Fins Bois, in the Cognac appellation d'origine contrôlée area and is also part of the "AOP" Noix du Périgord. Along the path, you will discover vast natural horizons, as well as many elements of the built and natural heritage of the region. The walk will lead you to an orchid protection area (Natura 2000 site). Then, the route will bring you back to Vaux-Lavalette, perched near the path of the crests which separates the canton of Villebois from that of Montmoreau where you will cross the valleys and finally cross the font of the threshold and its wash-house before returning to your starting point. It is possible to combine this circuit with the n°16.

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.

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.

Villa Joli Verger is a restored medieval walnut farmhouse. The rural location and beautiful views make it a wonderful place to relax The accommodation is suitable for families with children, people looking for a romantic place to stay. A seasonal rental is also offered by the owners. This guest house offers two guest rooms for two people. Heated swimming pool to share, secured by an alarm and cover, open from April to early October.

In the heart of the Périgord Vert region, in the Parc Naturel Régional Périgord-Limousin, the St-Estèphe** campsite is located on the edge of a lake with a natural environment that is extremely diverse in terms of both flora and fauna. Spacious, shaded pitches by the lake, as well as fully-equipped tent lodges, without sanitary facilities. Numerous activities: tennis, canoeing, fishing, swimming, hiking, mountain biking. Accessible to people with reduced mobility. Handiplage" certified beach. Gourmet restaurant on site. Campsite open from June to September and tent lodges from May to September. Studios and duplexes available for rent all year round.

The leisure center of Poltrot is a real natural bubble located in the south of the Charente. Many activities will delight young and old in this bucolic space where the river Dronne meanders between the trees, ideal for family moments. In free access, it offers family walks along the Dronne, picnic and relaxation areas (tables, barbecues, bowling ...), places of peach, but also more sporting activities with the acrobatic course in height, a labyrinth of vegetation or a descent by canoe. The Community of Communes "Lavalette Tude Dronne" develops the site of the mill of Poltrot in outdoor leisure base.

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.

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!

Production of walnut and hazelnut oil the old fashioned way. Alternator of 6 kw for the production of electricity.

Welcome to the abbey of St Amant de Boixe! This former and ancient Benedictine abbey, founded by the counts of Angoulême, a jewel of Romanesque architecture, is open to the public and presents Romanesque art in a playful and interactive way. Every year numerous cultural events are organized. English tape guides are available at the information desk, included in the price.

Through an interactive experience of projections, illustrations and archiiological objets and other avtivities, the visitor is immersed into the heart of the life of the priests and the romans. A game to play as a family with Anne Mésia The inhabitants of the site have been cursed, to liberate them they must remember who they are. Anne Mesia the famous magicien specialising in amnesia is here to help you. Your Mission : to conjure the spell, with help from your phone, you will go wander through the site looking for historical figures, events and places. You will need a great intuition and show keen observationnal skills to solve the riddles on you path.

Discover the Fillaos organic farm and the farming profession. Come and explore a farm and find out about farming. Help feed the 500 goats, learn hand and machine milking, and hand feed the kids. Discover, too, the farm's sheep and lambs, cows and ponies, plus donkeys and their foals. Also, find the farm's treasure and go on a trip in a tractor and a cart. An afternoon snack with farm produce is available.

Rectangular Romanesque style church, rebuilt in the 13th century according to the plan of Cluny Abbey from which it depended. Half demolished in the 14th and 15th centuries, it became in 1555 a collegiate church with one provost and 24 canons. A rose window made of 7 roses decorates the western wall above the portal. Classified as a historical monument in 1923.

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By the fireside or on the terrace in the heart of 10 hectares of woodland, the Domaine du Chatelard offers a harmonious setting. The chef's inventive cuisine, with a slight Italian influence, is rich in local produce, including his AB-labeled vegetable garden.

Les Cluzeaux - our head chef, Guy, and our maître d'hôtel have combined their skills and experience in international restaurant trade to launch Les Cluzeaux. Our duo trained in restaurants from Tokyo to London, Paris to Marbella. The combination of their talents makes this atypical restaurant a must.

A traditional restaurant with a soft, soothing atmosphere in the dining room and a warm welcome on the verdant, flower-filled, bohemian terrace, complete with background music (jazz, lounge, etc.) for lunch or dinner, you'll leave delighted by our fresh, light, tasty and refined cuisine, with just the right amount of flair and elegance. You can also visit the restaurant's small boutique and treat yourself to a selection of local products (honey, chestnut cream, jams, syrups, craft beers, homemade wines and foie gras, foie gras with truffles, etc.) in a complimentary wicker basket. Reservations recommended. Open Wednesday lunchtime to Sunday evening.

Traditional cuisine, open every lunchtime from 10.30am to 3pm, fish and chips on Wednesday evenings, themed menu on Friday evenings, Saturday evenings by prior arrangement.

Menu with choice of 3 starters, 3 main courses and 3 desserts (changing every two weeks). Open Wednesday to Sunday for lunch, and also Friday and Saturday from 7pm to 10:30pm.

We welcome you in a friendly setting with shaded terrace and dishes from around the world. From Monday to Friday, we offer a menu at 13.50 €: starter, main dish, cheese, dessert + 1 quarter of wine at 15 €.

Bar and restaurant.

Our specialities: home-made hamburgers and sausages, cooked over a wood fire. Pork ribs from the farm, Chinese style. Vegetarian dish of the day and large organic salads with vegetables from the garden. Ice cream from the farm and our sweet pies, home-made. On Saturday and Sunday our snack bar offers you tasty quiches, raw vegetables and organic salads from the garden, cakes and pancakes. The dishes of the day : 7 €. Ice creams / tarts : 2,50 €. Coffee and tea : 1 € / 1,50 €. Beer (25 cl) : 2 € / (33 cl) : 2,20 € The wine (glass): 1 €/2 €

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.

Close to Angoulême, Domaine du Chatelard is an 18th-century residence set in a wooded estate overlooking a private lake. 11 individually decorated rooms and a top-quality restaurant make for a warm welcome.

In this pretty, romantic château near Angoulême, Minka and Xavier have left nothing to chance: from the crockery to the household linen, to the family furniture and the contemporary art, all without forgetting the bamboo grove for a stroll or the heated swimming pool.

A charming guest house hidden in a magnificent park at the top of a wooded hill, Logis de Lasteyrie is located near La Rochebeaucourt-et-Argentine, a charming village in Green Périgord. It is located in an outbuilding of the Château de Lasteyrie, recently carefully renovated. It consists of a double bedroom with en-suite shower room, with independent access to the ground floor and a twin bedroom with its private shower room open all year round. From spring to early autumn, 2 double rooms and one twin are also available in the castle nearby. With its 7 hectares of woods and greenery, the castle park offers numerous spaces to explore and constitutes a perfect environment for those who love nature and aspire to slow living. Places designed for rest are distributed throughout the property.

Self-contained house in La Rochebeaucourt, 55 kms from Perigueux. Older house modernised. Open-plan, living-room-kitchen, 2 bedrooms, shower-room,. Infant facilities on request. Out of season rental.

Municipal parking area. Parking duration: 7 days (renewable). Free parking - 2? per unit of water and electricity consumption. Services: water, electricity, oil change, pay station.

Furnished of tourism for 6 persons with 3 bedrooms. Park of 5 hectares. Swimming pool (14x6), playroom, fishing pond, playground, trampolines, animals to pet, wifi internet, pizza night with a bread oven. Fitness room, cinema, bicycle. Terrace, garage, parking. Linen provided, cleaning on request.

Furnished tourist accommodation for twelve people with six bedrooms. Park of 5 hectares. Swimming pool (14 x 6), games room, fishing pond, playground, trampolines, animals to stroke, Wi-Fi Internet, pizza evening thanks to a bread oven. Fitness room, cinema, bicycle. Terrace, garage, parking. Household linen provided, cleaning on request.

Gîte for five people with two bedrooms. 5-hectare park. Swimming pool (14 x 6), playroom, fishing pond, playground, trampolines, animals to pet, Wi-Fi Internet, pizza night with baker’s oven. Fitness room, cinema, cycling. Terrace, garage, car park. Home linen provided, cleaning on request.

Furnished tourist accommodation for five people with two bedrooms. Park of 5 hectares. Swimming pool (14x6), games room, fishing pond, playground, trampolines, animals to stroke, wifi internet, pizza evening thanks to a bread oven. Fitness room, cinema, bicycle. Terrace, garage, parking. Household linen provided, cleaning on request.