From Angoulème to the ocean, through the Cognac vineyards, between the Loire and Garonne rivers, the Charente river flows gently towards the Atlantic ocean. Two drinks, Cognac and Pineau, come from the Charente region. A visit of the cellars where Cognac is distilled and stored to age will reveal the secret of this famous Brandy. The lush valleys are bordered with Renaissance castles and romanesque churches that you will enjoy discovering.

Cognac:

• Visit the Museum of the arts of the cognac.
• The Récollets covent
• Cognac castle, where François 1^st was born
• Saint Jacques door and its two towers

Visit the romasnesque churches and the Bassac abbey.

Mini-week : Angoulème - Jarnac - Fléac

74 km - 26 locks - 18 hours

One week : Angoulème  - Cognac - Fléac

104 km - 32 locks - 25 hours

Two weeks :  Angoulème  - St Savinien - Fléac

220 km - 36 locks - 42 hours