Situated in North Charente, halfway between Poitiers and Angoulême, this region is perfectly
located, just 1 hour and 30 minutes from the Atlantic coast. Surrounded by unspoilt rural
landscapes, shaped by the meandering Charente river, you'll encounter ancient gardens,
historic monuments, and stunning Romanesque architecture. It’s the perfect place to uncover
the charm of secret France. On the pilgrim route to Santiago de Compostela, you’ll discover
atmospheric market towns, Neolithic...
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Situated in North Charente, halfway between Poitiers and Angoulême, this region is perfectly
located, just 1 hour and 30 minutes from the Atlantic coast. Surrounded by unspoilt rural
landscapes, shaped by the meandering Charente river, you'll encounter ancient gardens,
historic monuments, and stunning Romanesque architecture. It’s the perfect place to uncover
the charm of secret France. On the pilgrim route to Santiago de Compostela, you’ll discover
atmospheric market towns, Neolithic monuments, medieval frescoes, and abbeys.
Whatever your age, there’s an activity to suit you, from water sports, vélo rail, and horse riding,
to treetop adventures, and historical tours of fairy-tale châteaux, dolmens, archaeological sites,
and abbeys. The Charente also holds a key place in the food and drink scene, producing some
of France’s finest cognac, wine, seafood, sea salt, cheese, and, of course, chocolate. Whatever
your interests, you’re sure to find them here.
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We discovered Charente purely by chance. I am Norwegian, having completed my university
education in England, and always worked in international environments. In 2003, we decided to
relocate to enjoy a gentler climate, and we’ve never looked back. Our children have grown up
through the French school system, and the rural lifestyle has played a significant role in our
happiness. Surrounded by sunflower fields, Romanesque architecture, rich history, and culture,
it’s hard not to feel content in...
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We discovered Charente purely by chance. I am Norwegian, having completed my university
education in England, and always worked in international environments. In 2003, we decided to
relocate to enjoy a gentler climate, and we’ve never looked back. Our children have grown up
through the French school system, and the rural lifestyle has played a significant role in our
happiness. Surrounded by sunflower fields, Romanesque architecture, rich history, and culture,
it’s hard not to feel content in this beautiful corner of France.
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