River Cruise Saintes / Saint Savinien / Angoulême / Saintes
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Saintes - Saint Savinien - Angoulême - Saintes
230 Km - 40 Locks
39 h of navigation - 14 Nights (2 weeks)
From Saintes to Port d'Envaux
15 km, 0 Lock(s), 2 h of navigation
Stopover : Saintes > Port d'Envaux
Monument
Port d'Envaux
At the end of the old lanes, where you can see the beautiful stately homes, you will find Panloy castle, noted for its tapestries and woodwork.
Monument
Saintes
The main monument of this Roman town is the Arch of Germanicus. It marked the main entrance to the Roman town in front of the bridge which crossed the Charente river. Dedicated to the Emperor Tiberius, Drusus and Germanicus, it was built by a noble santon by the name of Caius Julius Rufus around 18-19 A.D.; it was scheduled for demolition in 1843, but it was saved through the intervention of Prosper Mérimée, thanks to whom the arch was dismantled then reassembled in Place Bassompierre.From Port d'Envaux to Saintes
29 km, 0 Lock(s), 3.9 h of navigation
Stopover : Port d'Envaux > St Savinien > Port d'Envaux > Saintes
Monument
Saint Savinien
In addition to the church and its troglodyte houses, Saint-Savinien is known above all for its miniature port, where children can control miniature boats at the outdoor activities center.
Monument
Port d'Envaux
At the end of the old lanes, where you can see the beautiful stately homes, you will find Panloy castle, noted for its tapestries and woodwork.
Monument
Saintes
The main monument of this Roman town is the Arch of Germanicus. It marked the main entrance to the Roman town in front of the bridge which crossed the Charente river. Dedicated to the Emperor Tiberius, Drusus and Germanicus, it was built by a noble santon by the name of Caius Julius Rufus around 18-19 A.D.; it was scheduled for demolition in 1843, but it was saved through the intervention of Prosper Mérimée, thanks to whom the arch was dismantled then reassembled in Place Bassompierre.
Swimming
the Leisure center in Saint Savinien
Sports and leisure activities
the waterskiing on the Charente, near Saint Savinien
You will be able to try water-skiing on 1km of the Charente river. The site is located less than one kilometer from Saint-Savinien.From Saintes to Dompierre
17 km, 1 Lock(s), 2.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Saintes > Dompierre
Monument
Dompierre
With its ferryboat, very similar to the one in Chaniers, this town features a magnificient wash house, now unused for many years.
Monument
Saintes
The main monument of this Roman town is the Arch of Germanicus. It marked the main entrance to the Roman town in front of the bridge which crossed the Charente river. Dedicated to the Emperor Tiberius, Drusus and Germanicus, it was built by a noble santon by the name of Caius Julius Rufus around 18-19 A.D.; it was scheduled for demolition in 1843, but it was saved through the intervention of Prosper Mérimée, thanks to whom the arch was dismantled then reassembled in Place Bassompierre.
Monument
Chaniers
One of the curiosities of this town is the maintaining of a ferryboat, both for pedestrian and vehicular crossings; one of the rare few still in operation, along with the one in Dompierre.
Nature
Delta Seugne, near Saintes
Don't forget your binoculars to admire the purple herons, Eurasian coots, northern shovelers and kingfishers, which have all made this favorable location their home.
Swimming
the swimming area of ??Chaniers
From Dompierre to Cognac
18 km, 2 Lock(s), 2.8 h of navigation
Stopover : Dompierre > Cognac
Monument
Cognac
The production of Cognac is at the heart of this town. Blackish walls, darkened by the evaporation of alcohol in the majestic buildings; everything revolves around this brandy. Most of the cellars can be visited, and of course tasting is an inviting possibility.
Nature
the site of Antenne
The site of the Antenne river has been designated a Natura Site since 2005. It allows nature lovers to see European minks, bats, and even cranes and otters.
Vineyard
the Cognac
Sports and leisure activities
the power boating club of Port du Lys
The motorboat racing club offers you the opportunity to discover water-skiing.From Cognac to Jarnac
15 km, 3 Lock(s), 2.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Cognac > Jarnac
Monument
Jarnac
This town is home to 2 distilleries: Royer and Corvoisier, as well as the François Mitterrand Museum.
Monument
Cognac
The production of Cognac is at the heart of this town. Blackish walls, darkened by the evaporation of alcohol in the majestic buildings; everything revolves around this brandy. Most of the cellars can be visited, and of course tasting is an inviting possibility.
Vineyard
the Cognac
Swimming
the Leisure center of L'Ile Madme in Jarnac
From Jarnac to Châteauneuf
17 km, 5 Lock(s), 3.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Jarnac > Châteauneuf
Monument
Jarnac
This town is home to 2 distilleries: Royer and Corvoisier, as well as the François Mitterrand Museum.
Swimming
the Leisure center of L'Ile Madme in Jarnac
Swimming
the Leisure center of Bain des Dames in Chateauneuf
Sports and leisure activities
the Nautic Club of Chateauneuf
This club allows you to try a multitude of water sports (water-skiing, tubing,..)From Châteauneuf to Sireuil
8 km, 3 Lock(s), 1.7 h of navigation
Stopover : Châteauneuf > Sireuil
Swimming
the Leisure center of Bain des Dames in Chateauneuf
Sports and leisure activities
the Nautic Club of Chateauneuf
This club allows you to try a multitude of water sports (water-skiing, tubing,..)From Sireuil to Angoulême
18 km, 6 Lock(s), 3.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Sireuil > Angoulême
Monument
Nersac
A former hotspot of the papermaking industry, Nersac still retains some remnants of its past, such as its paper mills.
Monument
Angoulême
Angoulême, France's capital of comic books and a city of art and history, offers a captivating exploration of its old town perched on a hill, surrounded by ramparts overlooking the Charente River. Here you will discover the 12th-century Saint-Pierre Cathedral, the town hall surrounded by flower gardens, the ramparts with a panoramic view of the Charente valley, charming mansions, lively narrow streets, and numerous murals. The CNBDI, a must-see, houses a museum dedicated to comic books with a magnificent collection of original drawings and a specialised library. The ‘Le Nil’ Paper Museum traces the history of the paper industry, while the Museum of Fine Arts presents diverse collections, ranging from paleontological and archaeological art to African and Oceanic artworks, as well as paintings and ceramics.
Swimming
the Leisure center of Angouleme
Sports and leisure activities
the Nautic Club of Angouleme
In the center of Angoulême, you have to opportunity to go water-skiing.From Angoulême to Sireuil
18 km, 6 Lock(s), 3.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Angoulême > Sireuil
Monument
Nersac
A former hotspot of the papermaking industry, Nersac still retains some remnants of its past, such as its paper mills.
Monument
Angoulême
Angoulême, France's capital of comic books and a city of art and history, offers a captivating exploration of its old town perched on a hill, surrounded by ramparts overlooking the Charente River. Here you will discover the 12th-century Saint-Pierre Cathedral, the town hall surrounded by flower gardens, the ramparts with a panoramic view of the Charente valley, charming mansions, lively narrow streets, and numerous murals. The CNBDI, a must-see, houses a museum dedicated to comic books with a magnificent collection of original drawings and a specialised library. The ‘Le Nil’ Paper Museum traces the history of the paper industry, while the Museum of Fine Arts presents diverse collections, ranging from paleontological and archaeological art to African and Oceanic artworks, as well as paintings and ceramics.
Swimming
the Leisure center of Angouleme
Sports and leisure activities
the Nautic Club of Angouleme
In the center of Angoulême, you have to opportunity to go water-skiing.From Sireuil to Châteauneuf
8 km, 3 Lock(s), 1.7 h of navigation
Stopover : Sireuil > Châteauneuf
Swimming
the Leisure center of Bain des Dames in Chateauneuf
Sports and leisure activities
the Nautic Club of Chateauneuf
This club allows you to try a multitude of water sports (water-skiing, tubing,..)From Châteauneuf to Jarnac
17 km, 5 Lock(s), 3.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Châteauneuf > Jarnac
Monument
Jarnac
This town is home to 2 distilleries: Royer and Corvoisier, as well as the François Mitterrand Museum.
Swimming
the Leisure center of L'Ile Madme in Jarnac
Swimming
the Leisure center of Bain des Dames in Chateauneuf
Sports and leisure activities
the Nautic Club of Chateauneuf
This club allows you to try a multitude of water sports (water-skiing, tubing,..)From Jarnac to Cognac
15 km, 3 Lock(s), 2.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Jarnac > Cognac
Monument
Jarnac
This town is home to 2 distilleries: Royer and Corvoisier, as well as the François Mitterrand Museum.
Monument
Cognac
The production of Cognac is at the heart of this town. Blackish walls, darkened by the evaporation of alcohol in the majestic buildings; everything revolves around this brandy. Most of the cellars can be visited, and of course tasting is an inviting possibility.
Vineyard
the Cognac
Swimming
the Leisure center of L'Ile Madme in Jarnac
From Cognac to Dompierre
18 km, 2 Lock(s), 2.8 h of navigation
Stopover : Cognac > Dompierre
Monument
Dompierre
With its ferryboat, very similar to the one in Chaniers, this town features a magnificient wash house, now unused for many years.
Vineyard
the cellars of Mr Babinot in Chez Landart to discover Cognac and Pineau des Charentes
Sports and leisure activities
the power boating club of Port du Lys
The motorboat racing club offers you the opportunity to discover water-skiing.From Dompierre to Saintes
17 km, 1 Lock(s), 2.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Dompierre > Saintes
Monument
Dompierre
With its ferryboat, very similar to the one in Chaniers, this town features a magnificient wash house, now unused for many years.
Monument
Saintes
The main monument of this Roman town is the Arch of Germanicus. It marked the main entrance to the Roman town in front of the bridge which crossed the Charente river. Dedicated to the Emperor Tiberius, Drusus and Germanicus, it was built by a noble santon by the name of Caius Julius Rufus around 18-19 A.D.; it was scheduled for demolition in 1843, but it was saved through the intervention of Prosper Mérimée, thanks to whom the arch was dismantled then reassembled in Place Bassompierre.
Monument
Chaniers
One of the curiosities of this town is the maintaining of a ferryboat, both for pedestrian and vehicular crossings; one of the rare few still in operation, along with the one in Dompierre.
Nature
Delta Seugne, near Saintes
Don't forget your binoculars to admire the purple herons, Eurasian coots, northern shovelers and kingfishers, which have all made this favorable location their home.
Swimming
the swimming area of ??Chaniers
Fishing
Fishing
To relax with friends, there's nothing better than fishingThe Locks
2 type(s) of lock(s) on The Charente- Automatic locks with a lock-keeper
- Manual locks operated by boaters themselves, without any lock-keeper
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