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DISTILLER OF SENSATIONS ALL OUR ROADS LEAD TO A-MAZ-ING! On the water, in the air, on a bike, off for a walk Come on in, Walking, jogging, relaxation... the water’s I exercise on holiday ... or not! lovely! River, canoeing, pools: Green holidays! 17 water sports to enjoy The top ten family sites without moderation! 04 CONT Fancy... ENTS taking to the water 10 12 14 Fancy... Map Fancy... going up in of our region a bike ride the world Destination Cognac 16 19 Fancy... Fancy... some greenery some sport 20 Fancy... having fun 22 23 Top 10 Fancy... family activities being pampered LEISURE AND NATURAL WORLD GUIDE LEISURE AND NATURAL 03 Fancy... TAKING TO THE WATER LEISURE AND NATURAL WORLD GUIDE LEISURE AND NATURAL 04 Swimming Water sports Pool of JARNAC complex at Chateauneuf sur INTER-COMMUNITY Châteaubernard POOL Water sports complex at Charente With the arrival of the good Châteaubernard, in the heart of Large open-air pool with several weather, everyone in need of a swim or games heads for our the Cognac region. The centre lanes for swimmers and a small pool for children. Solarium for Leisure Centre on the Ile Madame. has been designed to the highest sunbathing. 03 16 200 Gondeville environmental standards and is 02 2, Boulevard Gambetta +33 (0)5 45 81 72 58 dedicated to the pursuit of water 16 120 Châteauneuf sur Charente sports, relaxation and well-being. +33 (0)5 45 97 02 62 The main swimming pool is 25m x 15m with 6 lanes for the sportier Splash! swimmers, a training pool of 240m², a paddling pool and a 50m flume. Splash! In summer, try the 350m² outdoor Splash! pool with rapids and a wave machine as well as a splash-pad of 200m². Le Bain des Dames The well-being space includes a The verdant landscape of Le Bain spa, a hammam, a sauna, a river des Dames is a perfect spot for and massage showers. Don’t wait – relaxation, swimming and walking come and see X’eau for yourselves! and offers a wide range of activities Open daily. centred on a real sandy beach: graded fitness trail, children’s 01 1, Place de l’azuré 16 100 Châteaubernard games, slides, swings, ladders; +33 (0)5 45 82 98 81 sports area with volleyball pitch, boules pitch and table tennis. 02 16 120 Châteauneuf sur Charente LEISURE AND NATURAL WORLD GUIDE LEISURE AND NATURAL 05 Cruises LA REINE MARGOT Le Bernard Palissy III “La Reine Margot” can accommodate 70 people on a restaurant-cruise or 120 on a standard cruise. 04 Boulevard Besson Bey 16 000 Angoulême +33 (0)6 60 17 36 96 An unforgettable river cruise on a solar- powered, 100% electric boat that is unique in Europe – it’s silent and there are no CO2 emissions. The voyage takes in the peaceful River Charente and its amazing heritage along with a lunch break in a 17th century watermill at Chaniers. “City of art and history”, châteaux, watermills, cognac merchants’ houses, “villages of stone and water” – the story of the river that is endowed with such a remarkable natural environment will come alive during the journey. A whole day trip including lunch in a watermill, a half-day, an afternoon trip, an aperitif or night The sailing barge cruise – the choice is yours! 06 Place Bassompierre - 17 100 Saintes Saint Simon +33 (0)6 48 17 17 17 - +33 (0)5 46 96 17 17 Ninety minute cruise with commentary aboard the sailing barge “La Renaissance”. 05 Le Bourg – 16 120 Saint Simon • +33 (0)5 45 97 33 40 Cognac river services Situated on the right bank of the river, opposite the Château de Cognac, we are open between 15th April and 15th October. 07 Jetties at : Boutiers, Saint Brice, Bourg Charente, Jarnac, Gondeville, Bassac, Graves Saint Amant, Saint Simon, Châteauneuf sur Charente, Saint Simeux. THE PORT A functional and of Cognac welcoming mooring site for pleasure boats offering water supply, electricity and sanitary facilities with showers… 07 +33 (0)6 60 49 78 60 LEISURE AND NATURAL WORLD GUIDE LEISURE AND NATURAL 06 BOATS FOR HIRE LES CANALOUS While the reputation of the Charentais vineyards has already been achieved, this is nevertheless a region with such a vast historic and architectural heritage to assimilate and there is no better way than from the water. The Roman remains in Saintes, the cities of Cognac and Angoulême are not to be missed. 07 3, Rue des Gabariers - 16 100 Cognac +33 (0)6 60 49 78 60 Inter-Croisières Discover the Charente from Angoulême to Rochefort passing through Jarnac, Cognac and Saintes. François I called it “the most beautiful stream in the kingdom” and it’s still true today. A river cruise will enable you to admire flora and fauna, visit towns, villages packed with History, try our famous cognac, pineau and local gastronomy. Boat rental without a license for 2,3,4,7 days. 08 3, Chemin des Gabariers - Pont de Sireuil 16 440 Sireuil • +33 (0)5 45 90 58 18 LEISURE AND NATURAL WORLD GUIDE LEISURE AND NATURAL 07 WATER SPORTS Canoë Kayak Stand up Paddle Jarnac Sports Canoë Kayak Jarnac Sports Canoë Kayak Jarnac Sports Canoë Kayak 09 19, Quai de l'Ile Madame 09 19, Quai de l’Ile Madame 09 19, Quai de l’Ile Madame 16 200 Jarnac 16 200 Jarnac 16 200 Jarnac +33 (0)5 45 81 32 01 +33 (0)5 45 81 32 01 +33 (0)5 45 81 32 01 +33 (0)6 98 53 32 01 +33 (0)6 98 53 32 01 +33 (0)6 98 53 32 01 Randonnée fluviale Randonnée fluviale Randonnée fluviale 09 09 Quai de l’Orangerie -16 200 Jarnac 09 Quai de l’Orangerie -16 200 Jarnac Quai de l’Orangerie -16 200 Jarnac +33 (0)6 87 55 20 49 +33 (0)6 87 55 20 49 +33 (0)6 87 55 20 49 Cognac Canoë Club Inter-Croisières Cognac Canoë Club 07 Place du Solençon - 16 100 Cognac 08 3, Chemin des Gabariers 07 Place du Solençon - 16 100 Cognac Pont de Sireuil - 16 440 Sireuil +33 (0)6 52 78 31 97 +33 (0)6 52 78 31 97 +33 (0)5 45 90 58 18 Cognac Canoë Club 07 Place du Solençon - 16 100 Cognac +33 (0)6 52 78 31 97 WE LIKE ! Twilight boat trips See the river in a different light, a unique experience at the point when the sun is about to set. The trip is about 6km and at the half-way point a cocktail* will be served at the water’s edge. On the return leg, you will be guided by the reflections of dusk. * the cocktail has an alcohol base and is accompanied by sweet and savoury canapés prepared by a local specialist. 09 +33 (0)6 98 53 32 01 LEISURE AND NATURAL WORLD GUIDE LEISURE AND NATURAL 08 WATER SPORTS Pedalos Ski Nautique Fishing Randonnée fluviale and Wakepark Fishing 09 Quai de l’Orangerie -16 200 Jarnac Planet ski / Wake Park The Charente is a top place for +33 (0)6 87 55 20 49 Water-ski with slalom, trampoline anglers (classified in first and second and baby-jump. Wake-board with category for public and private Inter-Croisières kickers, box, flat bar. domains) thanks to its remarkable fish population. Whether beginner 08 3, Chemin des Gabariers 10 Le Grand Mas des Sables Pont de Sireuil - 16 440 Sireuil 16 720 Saint-Même-les-Carrières or experienced, you’ll be spoilt for +33 (0)5 45 90 58 18 +33 (0)6 86 81 66 33 choice as to the technique to use. 11 9, Rue des Écoles - 16 100 Javrezac +33 (0)6 75 95 96 59 MOTORBOATS Randonnée fluviale Cognac Canoë Club No licence needed to pilot your 07 Place du Solençon - 16 100 Cognac boat! Discover the river Charente +33 (0)6 52 78 31 97 without going through the locks. From 1 to 6 people. 09 Quai de l’Orangerie 16 200 Jarnac +33 (0)6 87 55 20 49 WE LIKE ! Three canoe trips! JARNAC FROM THE LAZY BANK TO BANK CHARENTE Visit the heart of the This itinerary will GO WITH THE FLOW house of Courvoisier take you to Bourg- then paddle down Charente; visit the Disembark at the Abbey of Bassac where you’ll be the Charente in your village and the met by Mme Sabater who will guide you around this canoe. church. majestic monument and gardens that overlook the hamlet of Bassigeau. 09 +33 (0)6 98 53 32 01 LEISURE AND NATURAL WORLD GUIDE LEISURE AND NATURAL 09 10 Fancy... GOING UP IN THE WORLD THE IN UP GOING LEISURE AND NATURAL WORLD GUIDE LEISURE AND NATURAL Montgolfière du Pinson BALLOON Aéro Club TWENTY YEARS OF EXPERIENCE de la Pierre Levée AND PASSION! Unique flights over the prestigious MEMORIES AND SENSATIONS vineyards that produce cognac GUARANTEED! and the city known world- wide for its refined beverage. Discover a land rich in history, art A wonderfully intoxicating trip and tradition on board a microlight awaits - thanks to the prudent aircraft. Your pilot will guide you pilot! during your discovery flight. 13 12, Rue du Loubat - 17 400 Asnières 12 Sur D90 au sud de Saint-Même-Les- la Giraud • +33 (0)6 81 97 00 60 Carrières • +33 (0)6 63 18 89 03 CHARENTE MONTGOLFIÈRES BRING YOUR DREAMS TO LIFE! Charente Montgolfières provides balloon flights for individuals, businesses and organisations over our magnificent landscapes.