The main attraction here is the chateau with its original 11th century square and renaissance towers which is still owned
Less than an hour drive from Cognac, the Château de Mirambeau allows travelers to spend the night like the lord
The weather and climate in the Poitou-Charentes are pleasantly warm in summer, cooler in spring and autumn and mild during
The Charente department has embarked on a vast “Charente Vélo” plan throughout the territory. Ultimately, 37 local loops will join
Discover the beauty of the Poitou-Charente countryside Enjoy walking, hiking or birding, at a leisurely pace due to the burgeoning
Geography, climate change, and a few dinosaurs The table below shows the approximate sizes and differences in soil type of
Nature lovers will enjoy an excursion to the Lake District of the Haute-Charente (Upper Charente district), a popular destination among
The local area of Poitou-Charentes is perfect for cycling and walking. In the gite you will find maps of all
As one of the four departements of the Poitou-Charentes region the history of Charente can be traced back to the
10 secrets of slenderness, known only to French Ladies Tourists often wonder how French women manage to stay slim and
The Royal Ropemakers at the heart of Rochefort Arsenal produced the rope for France’s navy for two centuries. Visitors today
Discover the local markets in the Poitou-Charentes and find out where and when you can enjoy the pleasures of browsing
France is renowned for antiques and brocantes markets, where you can rummage through an eclectic mix of anything from local