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Ile d’Oléron

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A favorite summertime holiday destination, the Ile d’Oléron is popular because of its beautiful beaches and unspoiled nature sites. The

Charroux

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The village of Charroux has preserved a tall octagonal tower dating from the 11th century. Known as the tower of

Château de Saint Loup sur Thouet

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The site of Saint-Loup is placed at a strategic position where two rivers meet: The Thouet and Cébron. It lies

Château de la Mercerie

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The castle of La Mercerie is located in Magnac-Lavalette-Villars in the Charente. The castle of La Mercerie is one of the jewels of Charente.

French Gardening and Planting Calendar

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JANUARY Apple Plant trees Apple Prune trees Blackcurrants Prune Gooseberries Prune Pear Plant trees Pear

Seasons in the Poitou-Charentes

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Weather and Climate in the Poitou-Charentes

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Island hopping to Fort Boyard

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Island hopping The larger islands of Charente-Maritime – Île d’Oléron and Île de Ré – offer lots of recreational activities

Golf

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Golf enthusiasts can head to various golf courses in the region. The Poitou-Charentes is a region of peace and beauty!

The hunting season in France: La chasse à courre

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When the hunt reopens in France at the end of September, it will be a public holiday for many French

Holidays in the Poitou-Charentes

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Facts about French Food an Cooking

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France Public Holidays

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How to stay slim, the French way

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Farmhouses in the Charente

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Local Markets in the Poitou-Charentes

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Discover the local markets in the Poitou-Charentes and find out where and when you can enjoy the pleasures of browsing

Charente local markets

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La Vienne local markets

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Deux-Sevres local markets

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Charente-Maritime local markets

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Puy-Leonard Poitou-Charentes Antiques Brocantes

French Antiques & Brocantes markets

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France is renowned for antiques and brocantes markets, where you can rummage through an eclectic mix of anything from local

Deux-Sevres Antiques & Brocantes

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Charente-Maritime Antiques & Brocantes

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Charente Antiques & Brocantes

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La Vienne Antiques & Brocantes

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South-west France placed on alert for weekend storms and floods September 6, 2024
French national weather forecasters have placed several parts of south-west France on the 'orange' weather warning for heavy storms and potential floods over the weekend.
Slew of new abuse accusations against French charity icon Abbe Pierre September 6, 2024
At least 17 more people have made accusations of sexual violence against a French monk who became a household name for his charity work, according to a report published on Friday, prompting his charities to distance themselves from their founder.
How to avoid scams when booking a holiday in France September 6, 2024
Fake holiday rental ads regularly circulate on social networks – and scammers are getting more sophisticated. Here’s what you can do to avoid falling victim.
LATEST: All the new flights to and from France this autumn September 6, 2024
Despite some travel changes ahead, people in France have plenty of new flight routes that might interest them this autumn whether it's to get home or to get away. Here is The Local's listing.
Paris mayor says Olympic rings to stay on Eiffel Tower 'until 2028' September 6, 2024
Paris's mayor said on Friday that she intended to keep the Olympic rings on the Eiffel Tower until at least 2028 despite criticism of the idea from some residents and lawmakers.
French Expression of the Day: C’est pas donné September 6, 2024
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Where will there be protests in France this weekend? September 6, 2024
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French woman says uncovering of mass rape trauma 'saved her life' September 6, 2024
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New France PM Barnier promises 'change' as he takes office September 6, 2024
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La Belle Vie: Why French people like working in the office and how to be a good tourist September 6, 2024
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‘I saw them die’: Survivors recount migrant boat capsizing in Channel September 5, 2024
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What you should know about Michel Barnier and how he'd like to change France September 5, 2024
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What property buyers and sellers in France should expect this autumn September 5, 2024
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What happens next now that France has a new PM? September 5, 2024
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Macron names ex-Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier as new French PM September 5, 2024
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday named the European Union's former Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier as new prime minister, following almost two months of political deadlock after snap polls, the presidency said.
Why you're less likely to work from home in France compared to other countries September 5, 2024
Despite remote work becoming more common since the Covid pandemic, workers in Paris are still less likely to work from home compared to those in other international capitals.
Everything you need to know about France's hunting season September 19, 2022
Hunting, whether you are in favour or not, is hugely important in France with over five million people registered to take part in the past time. Here's what you need to know.
French Expression of the Day: C’est parti October 1, 2018
This French expression is usually said with enthusiasm at the start of something exciting.

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