The Best of the South-West | Le Meilleur du Sud-Ouest
Standing on a hill overlooking the Charente countryside, the Resistance Memorial at Chasseneuil-sur-Bonnieure is an important Second World War memorial in southwest France. Built to honour the men and women of the French Resistance who fought against the German occupation during the war, the monument is both a place of […]
France is criss-crossed with lots of amazing rivers and tributaries. Kayaking is a popular past-time along these waterways, and summer brings many canoe hire cabins along the most beautiful routes. If you are visiting the Charente, you can hire kayaks from Confolens Canoë (amongst others). Offering many kinds of vessel […]
There are many delightful foodie and drinkie treats that originate in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Regional specialities vary from area to area, and include things like the delicious Gateau Basque, Chèvre à la Coupe cheese, and Echiré butter. By far one of my favourite regional delicacies is the cognac by-product, Pineau des […]
Authentic curry can be hard to come by in rural France. Luckily, if you’re within striking distance of Angoulême, the Jardin de Kashmir restaurant has got you covered. With all the Pakistani favourites on the menu, plus a real willingness on the part of the owners to adjust the spiciness […]
Angoulême is the capital city of the Charente department in south-west France. This beautiful walled city is home of the comic strip (bande dessinée), and the Angoulême International Comics Festival every year. This Angoulême city guide will give you some of the highlights to discover and hopefully entice you to […]
If you’re looking for a fantastic day out in the Charente for all the family, the Aventure Parc in Massignac is well worth a visit. Set in acres of beautiful woodland, this exciting adventure park has something for all the family. It’s an amusement park with a difference. As well […]