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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! 21 water sports to enjoy Top family activities 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 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 Le Bernard Palissy III 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 cruise – the choice is yours! 04 Place Bassompierre - 17 100 Saintes +33 (0)6 48 17 17 17 - +33 (0)5 46 96 17 17 The sailing barge Saint Simon 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 LEISURE AND NATURAL WORLD GUIDE LEISURE AND NATURAL 06 BOATS FOR HIRE Inter-Croisières Discover the Charente from Angoulême to Rochefort passing through Jarnac, Cognac and Saintes. Henry IV 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. 06 3, Chemin des Gabariers - Pont de Sireuil 16 440 Sireuil • +33 (0)5 45 90 58 18 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 07 A functional and of Cognac welcoming mooring site for pleasure boats offering water supply, electricity and sanitary facilities with showers… LEISURE AND NATURAL WORLD GUIDE LEISURE AND NATURAL 07 WATER SPORTS Canoë Kayak Stand up Paddle Cognac Canoë Club Cognac Canoë Club Cognac Canoë Club 07 Place du Solençon - 16 100 Cognac 07 Place du Solençon - 16 100 Cognac 07 Place du Solençon - 16 100 Cognac +33 (0)6 52 78 31 97 +33 (0)6 52 78 31 97 +33 (0)6 52 78 31 97 Jarnac Sports Canoë Kayak Jarnac Sports Canoë Kayak Jarnac Sports Canoë Kayak 08 19, Quai de l'Ile Madame 08 19, Quai de l’Ile Madame 08 19, Quai de l’Ile Madame 16 200 Jarnac 16 200 Jarnac 16 200 Jarnac +33 (0)6 98 53 32 01 +33 (0)6 98 53 32 01 +33 (0)6 98 53 32 01 Inter-Croisières 06 3, Chemin des Gabariers Pont de Sireuil - 16 440 Sireuil Canadian Canoes +33 (0)5 45 90 58 18 Treat yourself to new perspectives! Ouest Charente Outdoor Going down the Charente by its secondary arms, aquatic fauna and 08 11, Route de Julienne - 16200 Jarnac flora, charming village, majestic trees. +33 (0)7 72 14 51 30 Pedal, paddle differently and enjoy! On reservation. FOR THE TRIBES New at the Jarnac club, the giant paddle !!! From 4 to 8 people on the same board, one paddle each and let’s go for the adventure! With friends or family, the good mood guarantees. 08 +33 (0)6 98 53 32 01 LEISURE AND NATURAL WORLD GUIDE LEISURE AND NATURAL 08 WATER SPORTS Pedalos Ski Nautique Fishing and Wakepark Fishing Inter-Croisières Planet ski / Wake Park The Charente is a top place for 06 3, Chemin des Gabariers Water-ski with slalom, trampoline anglers (classified in first and second Pont de Sireuil - 16 440 Sireuil and baby-jump. Wake-board with category for public and private +33 (0)5 45 90 58 18 kickers, box, flat bar. domains) thanks to its remarkable fish population. Whether beginner 09 Le Grand Mas des Sables 16 720 Saint-Même-les-Carrières or experienced, you’ll be spoilt for +33 (0)6 86 81 66 33 choice as to the technique to use. 10 9, Rue des Écoles - 16 100 Javrezac +33 (0)6 75 95 96 59 UNLICENSED MOTORBOAT 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. 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. 08 +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 BALLOON CHARENTE MONTGOLFIÈRES BRING YOUR DREAMS TO LIFE! Charente Montgolfières provides balloon flights for individuals, businesses and organisations over our magnificent landscapes. 11 7, Rue Saint André - Blanzac Porcheresse - 16 250 Coteaux du Blanzacais +33 (0)5 45 67 01 45 - +33 (0)6 09 93 57 14 Fontdouce Adventure Park The Fontdouce Adventure Park comprises 120 activities spread over a magnificent wood of centennial oaks. Zip-line trail for children aged 3 to 8, trails ranging in difficulty from yellow to black and two giant zip lines. The entire park is equipped with continuous lifelines. An outdoor Laser-Game for young or old is close by. Come and discover the delights of paint-ball without paint, without projectiles and thus without pain! 12 Abbaye de Fontdouce - 17 770 Saint-Bris-des-Bois +33 (0)5 46 74 77 08 - +33 (0)6 81 01 31 63 Escalade Font TRY qui pisse THIS! A remarkable site for geology Topo guide on sale at the office Tourist and archaeology, rare flora and in Chateauneuf-sur-Charente fauna plus walks and climbing! 13 La Font qui pisse - 16 120 Whether you’re a beginner, Châteauneuf-sur-Charente +33 (0)5 45 97 12 42 advanced or expert you’ll find an appropriate coordonnées GPS : 45.595976/-0.078986 challenge among the wide range of routes. LEISURE AND NATURAL WORLD GUIDE LEISURE AND NATURAL 11 L’Epinière Chez d’Aigre Logis Courcelles Merlageot Torxé Voissay St-Pierre- Chives Les Gours du Père Les Hérards Le Pinier Le Port Laroche Ternant Fontbrossard Cheniers Frâgne de-Juillers Le Breuil Les Nouillers Loiré- La Font Moussac Cresson Le Chail sur-Nie Seigné Perin Baunac Le Breuil Fontaine- Saint-Fraigne Salles- Champdolent Beaufief St-Julin- St-Martin-de-Juillers Charmé Cabariot Archingeay Le Vivier St-Jean- Malmaud Chalendray Lupsault de-Villefagnan Les Ouillères de -l’Escap Sècheboue d’Angely Courpéteau Ebréon Le Chaumier Gibourne Le Bouchet Bouteau Le Grand Village Le Gua Véron Le Gicq Les Inchauds Candé Varaize Breuillaud Tusson Lonnes Bignay LaTouzetterie Le Breuil Bords L’Aubrée Les Grandes Le Roty Ligné Juillé Tout Vent Métairies Taillant La Laigne Fontenet Bazauges Lucheville Villesoubis La Vallée Le Pontreau Mazeray Le Grand Esset Les-Touches- Créssé Les Bertons La Richardière de-Périgny Ranville- Barbezières Oradour Fontenille Fenioux Breuillaud La Roche L’Houmée Agonnay Trizay L’Hôpiteau La Brousse La Cour Châteaurenaud Le Mung La Giraud LeTreuil Germeville Villejésus Le Chauroy Asnières- Gourvillette L’Essert St-Savinien Ste-Même Chagnon Beauvais- Bourcelaine Geay Grandjean la-Giraud Blanzac- Bagnizeau sur-Matha Guignefolle Luxé Romegoux Aigre LaTerne Chez les-Matha St-Groux Beurlay Frichebois La Frédière Le Petit Marestay Bresdon La Grue Aizet Fouqueure La Liéterie Coulonge- Ferret Laleu Nantillé Bordeaux Aumagne Verdille Villorioux Ste-Radegonde sur-Charente