Discover Charente in spring

Spring is one of the most beautiful seasons to discover Charente under the sun, and without too many tourists. The days get longer, the mildness sets in and nature reveals itself, offering magnificent landscapes to admire. Here are some ideas for discovering Charente in spring, as you wish.

Take a Tèrra Aventura route

Covering New Aquitaine, this application is easy and free to download to your phone to discover Charente in spring in a fun and/or sporting way. Open the page to select the theme of your route, its distance and difficulty, then let yourself be guided. A real life-size treasure hunt, it delights young and old alike as they wander the trails in search of the Poï'z, the emblematic character of Tèrra Aventura.

Do an unusual activity in a museum in Charente

Every year, Charentais museums organize fun activities to keep children and parents busy during the spring holidays. Enjoy an escape game in the heart of the Château de Barbezieux, take part in a giant cluedo in a medieval atmosphere at the Château de Villebois or solve the riddle of an investigation at the Château de la Mercerie. Laughter, good humor and the pleasure of having fun are there all season long!

Explore the parks and gardens of Charente in spring

Take the time to breathe on the shaded paths, admiring the trees of varied species, breathing in the good scent of the flowers. Renowned for being a green and wooded region, Charente is made up of numerous gardens to discover such as the garden of the senses, the Argentor garden with its aquatic garden, the respectful garden focused on biodiversity or the garden of arts which is well-being her name.

Have a picnic on the banks of the Charente

Crossing the Charente for 224 km, the river has many pleasant sites for picnics, equipped with its checkered tablecloth and its basket filled with food. In Saint-Simon, you will have a breathtaking view of the Charente, at the leisure center of Aubeterre-sur-Dronne, you can swim after lunch while in the Rejallant area you will have the chance to be shelter from the heat in the shade of the trees. Many other sites are perfect for a gourmet break on the banks of the Charente, don't hesitate to stop if you like a spot.

Visit Angoulême on foot

Angoulême is the capital of Charente which attracts for its 9th art, scattered in every street of the city. Renowned for its Museum of Comics and Images and for the international comics festival organized each year, Angoulême is an unmissable visit in spring, when the days are mild and sunny. Once there, let yourself be guided along the path of the ramparts to admire the city from above, a circuit proposed by the Tourist Office with a marked map.

Discover the markets of Charente

Take your basket out of the cupboard to wander the aisles of the Charente markets, a gourmet event most often offered in the morning. Artisans, producers, merchants and winegrowers come together to offer you local products, specialties to discover and above all to taste. Cognac of course, but also pineau des Charentes, cagouille (“petits gris” snail) or cornuelle, there is something for all tastes and desires.

Meet cognac producers

An emblematic brandy of the region, cognac is a spirit to discover during your spring excursion in Charente. Large houses and small producers open their doors to reveal the secrets of this amber drink, through mixology workshops, picnics in the vineyards, masterclasses or cellar visits followed by a tasting.

Enjoy the Charente river

The Charente is a river that winds through the region, creating magnificent bucolic landscapes and calming atmospheres between towns and villages. In spring, Charente offers beautiful sunny days, why not take advantage of them? Athletes will be able to ride on the banks of the Charente on an electric scooter, paddle aboard a canoe or a paddle, while lovers of relaxation can relax on the Bain-des-Dames beach in Châteauneuf-en-Charente.

What a great season spring is to discover the Charente!

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