Between Poitiers and La Rochelle, the Melle is a characteristic medieval hilltop village on the “Way of Saint James” pilgrimage
Listed as one of France’s Plus Beaux Villages, Brouage is surrounded by an expansive 3,000-hectare marshland. This serene countryside is
Situated on the borders of the Charente and Saintonge, in the heart of the Fins Bois of the Cognac region.
The main attraction here is the chateau with its original 11th century square and renaissance towers which is still owned
The seasons in the Poitou-Charentes are formed under the influence of the Atlantic. There are 4 climatic in France: Atlantic,
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
Island hopping The larger islands of Charente-Maritime – Île d’Oléron and Île de Ré – offer lots of recreational activities
Need to Rent a Bike in Poitou-Charentes for Ile de Re, Cognac or the Atlantic Coast? Then check out our
French food and cooking are generally considered the backbone and underpinning of many cuisines across the Western world. The influence
When the hunt reopens in France at the end of September, it will be a public holiday for many French
An example of man’s inhumanity to man. On the 10th of June 1944 the 2nd Waffen SS panzer division came
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