Castles in Charente

Before becoming the emblematic place for ageing eau-de-vie, the Château de Cognac was a fortress in the 10th ...

If you love stories, come and discover the story of Château de Barbezieux, built in the commune of the same name in ...

Unsurprisingly, the belvedere is located in the Château de Barbezieux, in one of the towers to the right of the ...

What luck! Château de Bouteville has just reopened its doors on June 1, 2024 after 6 years of restructuring work! ...

You'll see it before you see it, because it's so impressive, set high up on its rocky spur. The cradle of the ...

A visit to this château, just a few kilometers north of Angoulême, is well worth the detour. Established on the ...

Located in the town of the same name, in the south of the Charente region, Château de Bonnes is a true witness to ...

You'll find it in the square of the same name, this magnificent edifice dominating the square with elegance, and can ...

Head for the south of the Charente to discover this pretty medieval citadel, surrounded by a fortress and 7 towers. ...

A must-see for parents and children alike. Allow a full day to discover this Renaissance gem, a magnificent castle ...

Just 30 minutes from Angoulême lies Marthon, an ancient city of lords. Built on a rocky platform, a castle stood ...

To the west of Angoulême, the castle of Montbron was witness to the Hundred Years' War. Built in the 15th century, ...

Located in Terre-de-Haute-Charente in the Charente-Limousine region, it is open to visitors all year round. This ...

The village of Saint-Germain-de-Confolens is dominated by the surviving towers of the castle, which stands on a ...