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Cultural heritage
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Château de La Rochefoucauld
The Pearl of the Angoumois...The family of La Rochefoucauld emerged in 1019 with Fucaldus (latin for Foucauld), and was considered a branch of the Lusignan House for a long time, because of the similitude of their arms. In reality, it seems that Foucauld was kin to the viscount of Limoges, a descendant of a noble of the court of Charlemagne. Only four families in France (includient the Capetians) can claim such seniority. The history of the castle is inseparable of the La Rochefoucauld family's history, which itself is a part of the political life of its time, century after century. The castle of La Rochefoucauld gives a remarkable illustration of the interweaving of politics and architecture throught the life of a family that has owned, wihtout discontinuity, the castle since Fucaldus laid the first fortification around 980. Must-see; the giant Renaissance staircase, Marguerite de Valois' boudoir, the kitchens, the 17th century libraries, the Renaissance galleries, Countess of Polignac's bedroom and bathroom...
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Why we recommend these places
A superb Renaissance castle to visit, very beautiful rooms, in particular the library, the chapel, the magnificent park with a breathtaking view of the city, and a beautiful walk to do in the forest.
Cultural heritage
to 27.9 Km in our area
CASSINOMAGUS PARC ARCHÉOLOGIQUE
France's most monumental Gallo-Roman thermal baths ! Chassenon - Charente, between Angoulême and Limoges A unique place to visit : the Gallo-Romans thermal baths of Cassinomagus are some of the best preserved antique monuments in Europe. Cassinomagus is a vast archeological park to be experienced with your children : thermal baths' guided tours, walk in an antique garden, area dedicated to Gallo-Roman games, discovery of archeological excavations…
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Why we recommend these places
This exceptional site, with its ancient Gallo-Roman baths, the best preserved in Europe, is a living archaeological site, with entertainment suitable for everyone. On a 15 ha park you can stroll there all day long!
Cultural heritage
to 5.4 Km in our area
Cloître du Couvent des Carmes
Un rare exemple d'architecture gothique en Charente.Au début du 14ème siècle, Gui VII, seigneur de La Rochefoucauld, fonde un couvent de Carmes. Ces religieux seront chargés de l’instruction de la jeunesse jusqu’à la Révolution.Site ouvert toute l'année et accessible librement, il est possible aujourd'hui de déambuler dans le cloître de style gothique et admirer les arcatures trilobées, l’entrée de l’ancienne salle capitulaire, l’escalier en pierre du 17ème siècle et l'ancienne église restaurée et réhabilitée en une magnifique et atypique salle de spectacles.Appréciez la quiétude de ce lieu situé en plein cœur de la ville de La Rochefoucauld.A l'entrée, un panneau d'information vous retrace l'historique de ce site.
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Why we recommend these places
Nestled in the main street of La Rochefoucauld, come and visit the Couvent des Carmes and you will fall in love with it.
Sport activities
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Randonnée fluviale Fléac
Randonnée Fluviale à Fléac vous porpose des locations de bateaux à moteur sans permis, canoës, kayaks, pédalos et stand up paddles. Situé à coté de la guinguette de Fléac vous pourrez prendre un repas ou un verre après votre expérience sur la charente.
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Why we recommend these places
Visit the Charente differently, go sightseeing on the river with friends or family. Cruise, boat rental without license, canoe, paddles, pedal boats, and guinguette!
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