Welcome to the Charente, a region rich in history, heritage and culture to discover all year round. Between Ruffec, Confolens, Angoulême, Cognac, the south of the Charente and the Tardoire valley, there's no shortage of tourist attractions to satisfy your every whim.
Are you a nature lover? Visit the parks and gardens of the Charente, from the folie de Jar'Imagine to the Gallo-Roman representation of the ancient garden. The natural sites and parks are also a feast for the eyes, from the Lac de Guizangeard to the blue lakes of Touverac.
History buffs will be delighted to discover the châteaux of the Charente, such as Château de La Rochefoucauld or Château de la Mercerie, before admiring the many megalithic sites scattered around the eastern Charente.
Museums, churches and abbeys - the Charente has plenty of surprises in store for you.
Magnac-Lavalette-Villars
The Château de la Mercerie: A unique architectural folly in Charente Just 20 minutes from Angoulême, the Château ...
Saint-Amant-de-Boixe
This former Benedictine abbey has a history spanning over a thousand years, punctuated by destruction and ...
Bassac
In the heart of the Charente region, the Abbey of Saint-Étienne de Bassac stands majestically on the peaceful banks ...
Barbezieux-Saint-Hilaire
Young and old alike will have a wonderful time in this lush green area planted with many different species of trees. ...
Combiers
In the heart of the Mothe-Clédou forest, this wooded area of Asian cedars, Caucasian firs and Chilean araucarias ...
Barbezieux-Saint-Hilaire
Unsurprisingly, the belvedere is located in the Château de Barbezieux, in one of the towers to the right of the ...
Bonnes
Located in the town of the same name, in the south of the Charente region, Château de Bonnes is a true witness to ...
Chassenon
The day won't be long enough to discover all the secrets of this incredible archaeological park, one of the ...
La Rochefoucauld-en-Angoumois
A must-see for parents and children alike. Allow a full day to discover this Renaissance gem, a magnificent castle ...
Angoulême
A visit is a must if you're touring the capital of 9th art. Built in the heart of St. Peter's Square, this ...
Balzac
A visit to this château, just a few kilometers north of Angoulême, is well worth the detour. Established on the ...
Barbezieux-Saint-Hilaire
If you love stories, come and discover the story of Château de Barbezieux, built in the commune of the same name in ...
Bouteville
What luck! Château de Bouteville has just reopened its doors on June 1, 2024 after 6 years of restructuring work! ...
Chalais
You'll see it before you see it, because it's so impressive, set high up on its rocky spur. The cradle of the ...
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