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Must-sees, must-dos, must-tastes during a trip to Angoulême… From the ramparts of the city high on the plateau to the...
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A modern, friendly gourmet restaurant on the outskirts of Angoulême, l'Aumì was born of the love between two enthusiasts in 2022. It was awarded its first Michelin star in 2023! A unique experience on the terrace or in the dining room opening onto the kitchen.
A former diocesan house dominated by the Obezine church, this 16-room hotel is close to all Angoulême has to offer. The verdant setting is complemented by a bistronomic restaurant offering charm, tranquillity and gourmet delights.
In the heart of Angoulême's old town, opposite Les Halles, close to lively streets, museums and monuments, the Mercure Hôtel de France offers 89 rooms with restaurant, bar and private lounges.
In the heart of Angoulême, this 3-star hotel, housed in the former 1778 Tiercellettes convent, offers charm and warm welcomes. The cathedral, museums, market, restaurants and pedestrian zone are all less than 10 minutes away.
Dive into the heart of the 9th art!
Created in 1990, the Musée de la Bande dessinée d'Angoulême is a natural extension of the international festival that has been held here every year since 1974.
ANGOULEME - CHATEAUNEUF-SUR-CHARENTE
Start: in Angoulême
Arrival: Châteauneuf/Charente
Time: 1h41 - Distance: 25.37 km
Along the Charente valley
This stage is marked by the alternation between Angoulême and Châteauneuf, the route of the Flow Vélo® alternates between the right bank and the left bank of the Charente river and invites you to discover the river by taking a little height but also by brushing it with wheels…
From Angoulême, you will soon meet the loop of the Charente in Fléac before reaching the village of Trois-Palis, where you will not be able to resist the visit of the chocolate factory Letuffe. This artisan chocolate factory is the most famous in Charente! You will find the famous Marguerite d'Angoulême (chocolate flavored with orange) and other specialties such as Charentaise truffandines or guinettes (cherries with cognac)
The route continues until Saint-Simeux, whose village rises to 80 meters of altitude. The Flow Vélo®, on the other hand, runs at the foot of the village, where water mills and river transport used to be the main economy of the municipality.
From the bridge that you quickly reach at the exit of Saint Simeux, admire the view of the church that dominates the valley, the old eel fisheries and the water mill. The opportunity to take a picture worthy of a postcard!
Continue towards the village of Mosnac which has a dozen 19th century farms and several 16th century houses. At 2 km from your arrival and from the center of Châteauneuf-sur-Charente, the Ladies' bath is a pleasant sandy beach calling for a stroll. It is located opposite Mattard Island and very close to the Véloroute.
In the town centre of Chateauneuf-sur-Charente, the church of Saint-Pierre-aux-Liens presents a beautiful Romanesque facade inspired by the cathedral of Angoulême. Between the church and the town hall with neoclassical architecture, the old streets feature mansions (15th century Berdeville house) and old fronts.
By the fireside or on the terrace in the heart of 10 hectares of woodland, the Domaine du Chatelard offers a harmonious setting. The chef's inventive cuisine, with a slight Italian influence, is rich in local produce, including his AB-labeled vegetable garden.
Close to Angoulême, Domaine du Chatelard is an 18th-century residence set in a wooded estate overlooking a private lake. 11 individually decorated rooms and a top-quality restaurant make for a warm welcome.
Are you up to the challenge?
Lock yourself in a room and have 60 minutes to find clues, solve puzzles and complete a mission to escape as quickly as possible.
Near Angoulême, the Roussille estate was founded in 1863, where the know-how for their award-winning Pineau and Cognac has been handed down from generation to generation. A complete tour of the vineyard, distillery and cellar await you.
An artisanal manufacturer of specialities from the Charente region, the chocolate factory's craftsmen take care of the quality of the chocolate, from the very specific choice of cocoa beans to their blending and transformation into chocolate.
In this pretty, romantic château near Angoulême, Minka and Xavier have left nothing to chance: from the crockery to the household linen, to the family furniture and the contemporary art, all without forgetting the bamboo grove for a stroll or the heated swimming pool.
Poultry, rabbits, geese to roast for Christmas.
The Distillerie des Moisans, "Distillerie Haute Couture" cultivates a remarkable family spirit along the Charente, between Angoulême and Cognac. The fruit of a 60-hectare estate, its eaux de vie offer unique tasting experiences.
Become the captain of your cruise and discover the Charente by river.
Unlicensed houseboats for 2 to 10 people.
Weekends, mini-weeks, weeks...
Minimum 2 days and 2 nights on board.
No daily or hourly rentals!
Near Angoulême, the mixed farming / dairy cow farm offers local products for direct sale. The Dallignac farm also produces honey and offers products derived from honey (candies, soft caramels, etc.)
Producer of beef, milk-fed veal, honey and derived products, grape juice, fruit jam, poppy or elderberry confit and syrup, milk jam, nuts, canned meats (veal pâtés, burgundy, tripe. ..). The sale of meat is done by reservation, every month. Delivery possible, withdrawal from the farm or farmers' markets. The farm can be visited only by reservation. Educational visits can be made for classes, leisure centers ...
This charming gîte was set up a renovated barn, in a vast 1500m² private enclosed garden. Decorated with care, big terrace well oriented and shady.
Ground floor: vast living room with a kitchen area and a lounge (fireplace, firewood provided), 2 bedrooms (each one with a double bed), shower room, toilet. Upstairs: 2 bedrooms (each one with 2 single beds), shower room, toilet. Flat screen TV, DVD reader, internet access (3G key). Terrace, swing, badminton, pétanque, 4 bikes, trampoline. Firewood available for the fireplace. Heating included. Paragliding is possible 5 km away from the gîte.
Bed and breakfast for a family of 4, with two bedrooms and a bathroom shared with that of the owners. Warm welcome. Garage for two wheels available. Terra Aventuriers very welcome.