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Things To Do

There’s plenty to do for everyone!

A big reason for coming to the Charente is to enjoy the peace and tranquility of your home in the country – home cooked food made with wonderful fresh ingredients; relax on the patio with a glass of local wine; spending time with family and friends.

But when you do want to go out and explore, there is so much to do! Here are just a few ideas of activities and places to visit:

Things to do in Angoulême

Annual Events

  • International Comics Festival – Europe’s largest comics festival drawing 200,000+ visitors
  • Circuit des Remparts – Historic classic car race through medieval streets
  • Musiques Métisses Festival – Vibrant world music celebration in early summer
  • French Language Film Festival – Showcase of francophone cinema and culture
  • Gastronomades – Regional food festival celebrating local gastronomy

Shopping and Markets

  • Les Halles – Traditional covered market with local produce and specialities
  • Duceau Chocolates – Historic chocolate shop listed as national monument

Recreation

  • Charente River Cruises – Scenic boat trips aboard the Reine Margot
  • Centre Nautilis – Modern aquatic centre with pools and ice rink
  • Accro Parc De Soyaux – Tree-top adventure park for all ages
  • Plan d’Eau de la Grande Prairie – Recreational lake with walking trails
  • Terra Aventura – Digital treasure hunt through city landmarks

Cultural Attractions

  • Musée de la Bande Dessinée – Europe’s largest comic strip collection in historic warehouses
  • Les Murs Peints – Trail of comic-inspired murals throughout the city
  • Musée d’Angoulême – Rich collections of archaeology, fine arts and African artifacts
  • Paper Museum (Le Nil) – Interactive museum celebrating paper-making heritage
  • La Nef – Contemporary music venue in converted factory
  • Memorial to the Resistance – Moving tribute to WWII resistance movement
  • Saint-André Church – Remarkable example of regional religious architecture

Historic Sites

  • Saint-Pierre Cathedral – 12th-century Romanesque masterpiece with unique sculptures
  • Ancient Ramparts – Medieval walls offering panoramic city views
  • Hôtel de Ville – Former castle featuring medieval towers and elegant architecture
  • Place Francis Louvel – Historic square perfect for café culture

Things to do Nearby

La Rochefoucauld

  • Château de La Rochefoucauld – Magnificent Renaissance castle with famous spiral staircase
  • Medieval Town Centre – Well-preserved historic streets and timber-framed houses
  • Collegiale Notre Dame – Gothic church with impressive architecture
  • Traditional Market – Bustling weekly market with local produce

Cognac

  • Hennessy House – World-famous cognac tours and tastings
  • Martell Distillery – Historic cognac house with guided visits
  • Rémy Martin Estate – Prestigious cognac tours and tastings
  • Historic Centre – Medieval quarter with ancient merchant houses
  • Riverside Walks – Scenic paths along the Charente River

Trois-Palis

Confolens

  • Medieval Bridge – 13th-century fortified bridge spanning the Vienne
  • Saint-Maxime Church – Gothic church with remarkable bell tower
  • International Folklore Festival – Colourful cultural celebration each August
  • Historic Quarter – Well-preserved medieval streets and buildings

Regional Activities

  • Futuroscope – Theme and adventure park near Poitiers
  • Pineau des Charentes Trail – Visits to traditional wine producers
  • Local Gastronomy Tours – Sampling of regional specialities
  • River Activities – Kayaking, fishing, and boat trips
  • Cycling Routes – Network of marked trails through countryside
  • Medieval Villages Circuit – Exploring picturesque historic settlements

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