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Available bases : Charente (France)
Large and winding, the river Charente quoted by François the 1st as « the most beautiful stream in the Kingdom », runs through the ancient counties of “Langoumois” and “La Saintonge”. For 171 km, from Angoulême to the Ocean, the Charente is regulated by 21 locks. The ancient vineyards cover the surrounding hills. Many cellars and distilleries will invite you to taste the famous Cognac or delicious Pineau. Along your cruise, you will find many villages and towns that are testimonies to a rich past such as Angoulême, Fleurac, St Simeux, Châteauneuf, Saint-Simon, Bassac, Jarnac, Saint-Brice, Cognac, Saintes, Saint-Savinien, and Rochefort. In the Charente area, the gastronomy based on seafood is waiting for you along the river with many of its restaurants preparing local specialities (“mouclade”, oysters …). Fishermen will not be forgotten and will find plenty of brown trout, carp, pike, perche, and eels …
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Cognac (Charente)
Between Loire and Garonne, the Charente River runs slowly through Angoulême and the vineyards of Cognac to the Atlantic Ocean. This region is famous for its fine Cognac and Pineau. Visit the distilleries and try to discover the secret of these unforgettable brandies
The lush valleys are lined with Renaissance castles and Romanesque churches. Enjoy the views...
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Suggestions of cruises
Duration : week-end
Distance : 35 km |
Type : Return trip 
Locks : 2 | » Cognac, Saintes
Temps de navigation :5 h
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Duration : Mini week
Distance : 56 km |
Type : Return trip
Locks : 2 | » Cognac – St Savinien
Temps de navigation :10 h
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Duration : Week
Distance : 59 km |
Type : Return trip
Locks : 18 | » Cognac – Angoulême
Temps de navigation :14 h
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Jarnac (Charente)
Situated on the gentle banks of the Charente, Jarnac remembers the time when its port welcomed salt and wine in abundance. The town quickly became a large trade center because of its position in the middle for the production area for the well known" life water" of Cognac.
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Suggestions of cruises
Duration : Mini week
Distance : 45 km |
Type : Return trip
Locks : 5 | » Jarnac, Cognac, Saintes
Temps de navigation :8 h
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Duration : Week
Distance : 70 km |
Type : Return trip
Locks : 12 | » Jarnac, Bourg Charente, St Brice, Cognac, Saintes, St. Simon, St. Simeux
Temps de navigation :12 h
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Duration : Week
Distance : 93 km |
Type : Return trip
Locks : 6 | Bourg Charente, St Brice, Cognac, Saintes, Port d'Envaux, St. Savinien, Rochefort
Temps de navigation :12 h
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Duration : Week
Distance : 44 km |
Type : Return trip
Locks : 15 | » Jarnac, Bassac, St. Simon, Châteauneuf.sur-Charente, St. Simeux, Nersac, Trois Palis, Angoulême
Temps de navigation :11 h
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Sireuil (Charente)
Large and winding, the river Charente quoted by François the 1st as « the most beautiful stream in the Kingdom », runs through the ancient counties of “Langoumois” and “La Saintonge”.The ancient vineyards cover the surrounding hills.
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Suggestions of cruises
Duration : week-end
Distance : 30 km |
Type : Return trip
Locks : 11 | » Sireuil, Bourg Charente
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Duration : Mini week
Distance : 65 km |
Type : Return trip
Locks : 15 | » Sireuil, Chaniers
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Duration : Week
Distance : 98 km |
Type : Return trip
Locks : 15 | » Sireuil, Saint-Savinien
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Duration : 2 weeks
Distance : 126 km |
Type : Return trip
Locks : 6 | » Sireuil, Angoulême, » Sireuil, Rochefort
Temps de navigation :20 h
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Large and winding, the river Charente quoted by François the 1st as « the most beautiful stream in the Kingdom », runs through the ancient counties of “Langoumois” and “La Saintonge”. For 171 km, from Angoulême to the Ocean, the Charente is regulated by 21 locks. The ancient vineyards cover the surrounding hills. Many cellars and distilleries will invite you to taste the famous Cognac or delicious Pineau. Along your cruise, you will find many villages and towns that are testimonies to a rich past such as Angoulême, Fleurac, St Simeux, Châteauneuf, Saint-Simon, Bassac, Jarnac, Saint-Brice, Cognac, Saintes, Saint-Savinien, and Rochefort. In the Charente area, the gastronomy based on seafood is waiting for you along the river with many of its restaurants preparing local specialities (“mouclade”, oysters …). Fishermen will not be forgotten and will find plenty of brown trout, carp, pike, perche, and eels …
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