The magnificent Atlantic coast and the Charente region need a life time to explore but in the meantime you could start with these:
Cognac
Visit the worlds most famous brandy producers in the world and some amazing festivals
Le Cep Enchante
one of our local independent wine and Cognac producers whom you can visit
Cognac Golf Course
72 par 18 hole course designed by architect Jean Garaialde. High quality setting and open all year. Other nearby courses at Saintes, Royan, Angouleme, and Ile d'Oleron.
Angoulême
a real must as the capital of the Charente region. Try and catch these festivals as well.
La Rochelle
Arguably France’s most attractive port
Saintes
ancient City of the Kings
Rochefort
has La Corderie, and the Hermione
Bordeaux
no intro needed
Venise Verte
a naturalists’ paradise with it’s canal transport system
The Beach
only one hour to breathtaking unspoilt beaches, all sand dunes and pine forests.
Futuroscope
one of Europes most successfull leisure parks
Puy du Fou
the most amazing theme park recreating medieval life.
Chateaux
this links to just one but many more to choose from
La Palmyre Zoo
voted European Zoo of the Year
Aquarium
Get out of the sun for a couple of hours and see a fantastic display of marine life
Click for a photo gallery of the area
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