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With many weekly markets, bric a brac and brocantes in the surrounding areas and some beautiful towns and villages, there's plenty to see and do.
Kayaking, Canoeing and paddle boarding
Under 10 minutes drive from Les Champs you can hire Kayaks, canoes and paddle boards and bikes from Base Nautique de Mansle. This is also our closest town offering a range of amenities including large supermarkets, weekly markets and boulangeries.
Verteuil-Sur-Charente
The beautiful village of Verteuil-Sur-Charente with its Chateau on the river is only a 25 minute drive away. Sit and enjoy a drink and apple brioche overlooking the river and the chateau.
La Vallée des singes
About a 45 minute drive from Les Champs is the La ValéeDes Singes. Apes, monkeys and limas living in natural habitats with walk through enclosures and children play areas.
Angouleme
Angoulême, the capital of the Charente, is about 30 minutes by car. The old town sits at the top of a hill and has a beautiful cathedral, shops, restaurants and an indoor market, as well as a great views over the valley below. Angouleme also hosts some popular festivals such as the famous Angouleme international comics festival in January and the circuits des ramparts in September.
Cognac
The town of Cognac, with it's distilleries and much more is a 50 minute drive. Cognac hosts many festivals throughout the year including the Cognac Blues Passion in early July.
Baignade du Portal a Vars
a natural swimming spot on the river Charente with a sandy beach. There's also a car park, picnic spots and a snack bar in high summer.
La Rochefoucauld
Only 20 minutes away is La Rochefoucauld with its large chateau and several other interesting monuments and some lovely walks through the surrounding countryside.
Centre Aquatique Patinoire Nautilis
Not far from Angouleme you will find the Nautilis centre where they have indoor and outdoor swimming areas with slides, a wave machine and a lazy river.
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