Cognac, Charente, Poitou-Charentes

The Né, a tributary of the Charente, borders the commune of Saint-Palais and draws multiple landscapes. The valley stretches for several kilometers at the foot of the hills of Grande Champagne.

Located in the immediate vicinity of the Charente-Maritime, Lachaise offers a typical landscape of the Charente Champagne region with its wine-growing plain descending to the Né Valley.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

On the borders of the Charente, Charente Maritime and Deux-Sèvres, not far from the town of Paizay-Naudouin, stands Chateau Saveilles, a residence combining the characteristics of a fortified castle with those of a Renaisnce castle since the 14th century Come and discover the castle of Saveilles with its prison tower, its gun ports, its big tower and its loopholes, its archways and machicolations... The XIVth, XVIth and XIXth centuries stand side by side in the sunshine of the Charente, and you can discover and admire the exteriors, surrounded by a moat, comprising two square-shaped buildings with towers at their ends. The entrance courtyard includes a long outbuilding and corner towers. Despite a period of abandonment, the ravages of the French Revolution and the ravages of time, the castle of Saveilles retains a multitude of sculptures, mullioned dormers, decorated with mythological subjects, loopholes and archways, machicolations, and its 19th century chapel. Since the 14th century, the masters of the place have always succeeded each other, until today, by way of family inheritance. At the beginning of the 16th century, the ROCHEFATON family built the present castle on the land of Saveilles, which was part of the Marquisate of Ruffec. Among the masters of this noble house were the Marshals of CAUMONT LA FORCE and TURENNE, at a time when Protestantism made Saveilles an important place of the Reformation in Angoumois. To discover : The tower of the prison, with its gunboats, in the north; the big tower, with its loopholes, archères and machicolations, in the south; The two other sides, north and west, of the square delimiting an interior courtyard in the middle of which stands a well; And many other things still by coming to visit it... 2 playful visit routes: "Pierre t'invite" and "Investigate the forgotten legend".

The Château des Tourtes invites you to a quiet exploration of the vineyard by electric bicycle. Various excursions are possible . excursion at a glance: 2h30 audio-guided bike ride in the vineyard + visit of the cellars and tasting of 4 wines . picnic excursion in the heart of the vineyards: 4 hours of audio-guided bike ride in the vineyard + picnic (1/2 bottle included) + visit of the cellars and tasting of 4 wines . oenological excursion: 3 hours of audio-guided bike ride in the vineyard + visit of the cellars and tasting of 4 wines + blending . absolute excursion : 5h of audio-guided bike ride in the vineyard + picnic (1/2 bottle included) + visit of the cellars and tasting of 4 wines + blending.

Charming house with 4 bedrooms for 2 people and 1 bedroom for 4 people. Right in the heart of the village, Jean-Marie offers quality service in a completely renovated house.

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.

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!

The Maison GAUTIER Cognac opens its doors to make you discover its natural humid cellars, our know how transmitted for 10 generations and the Cognac that is kept secret in them. Since 1755, at Maison GAUTIER Cognac, we are a small team of enthusiasts who work every day to create a round and generous Cognac. A Cognac that offers a unique tasting experience to amateurs, recognized year after year as "the best Cognac in the world" for its unique quality and aromatic richness.

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.

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.

Free visit of the medieval monastic garden all year long. Free visit of the exhibition spaces during the summer. In July and August: Exhibitions in the museum space: *The megaliths of Ruffecois *Exhibitions and workshops of plastic artists.

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

A user-friendly spot, completely renovated, welcomes you in its simplicity. The bar will surprise you with its snacks. We only work with fresh products and do not stock them, that's why we offer a different menu every day.

Small village restaurant, warm welcome and concerts

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.

Pizzeria located in the centre of the village.

Le Millésime is a wine bar, a warm cellar restaurant where you can taste good local products cooked with taste.

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.

For sea lovers, for aficionados of regional products, for Sunday strollers and families, welcome to La Cabane du Douanier! Situated on the port of Saint-Christoly-Médoc, we offer a selection of local products, an alliance between land and sea as well as a selection of Médoc wines.

The Café Portebleue is situated at the foot of a castle in one of the prettiest villages in Charente.

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.

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 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.

Large house entirely renovated and classified " Meublé de tourisme 3*" . House with 1 floor and a large garden, a swimming pool and in option a rustic reception room. Fully equipped kitchen at your disposal. 3 bathrooms equipped with shower, washbasin and WC. A bathroom with washbasin and WC. This accommodation is rented in its entirety.

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.

Ideal for a stay with family or friends, the gîtes de la Fontaine welcome you in a quiet and green environment. Chez Octavie, a pretty stone house, located in a hamlet, on the edge of the river and near the forest of Chizé. You can enjoy the arbour in summer and relax by the fire in winter Nearby, hiking trails, Baudet du Poitou farm, Château de Dampierre sur Boutonne, Zoodyssée, Aulnay Romanesque church, Terra Aventura geocaching course. 30 mn away, Marais Poitevin, Melle silver mines, Niort and its keep. One hour from La Rochelle, Cognac, Futuroscope.

The gites de la Fontaine welcome you in a quiet and green environment, ideal for nature lovers. At Marie's, you will appreciate the terrace facing the meadow and the poplars, inside the large dining room and the games room with bar, ping-pong and table football. On the ground floor, a bedroom and a bathroom are accessible for people with reduced mobility. Twinned with the gîte Flavie (the two gîtes can be rented together, with access from the inside through the games room and the small museum situated between the two)

Ideal for a stay with family or friends, the gîtes de la fontaine welcome you in a quiet and green environment, facing the meadow and the poplars. At Flavie's, you can enjoy the large wooden terrace with a pergola on the south side. In winter, you can enjoy the wood fire in the fireplace. For people with reduced mobility, there is a bedroom and an adapted bathroom on the ground floor. The Flavie gîte can be twinned with the Marie gîte. These two gites can be rented together (access by the inside through the games room and the small museum located between the two). Nearby, hiking trails, Baudet du Poitou asinerie, Château de Dampierre sur Boutonne, Zoodyssée, Aulnay Romanesque church, Terra Aventura geocaching trail. 30 mn away, Marais Poitevin, Melle silver mines, Niort and its keep. One hour from La Rochelle, Cognac, Futuroscope.

Situated in the south of the Deux-Sèvres in Availles-sur-Chizé, near Chizé, this house of character with its garden adjoining the river "Le Beth", ensures you a true tranquility.