Activities in Angoulême

Discover this museum set in former Joseph Bardou Le Nil paper mills and learn about paper: fabrication techniques, use, history…Visit this museum for free on the fist Sunday of every month.

This magnificent roman style cathedral was built in the 11th century and went through several renovations during the 19th century.

Describing Angoulême withouth talking about Comics is impossible. Each year, the city welcomes a festival dedicated to the universe of comics. The Cité internationale de la BD is installed in three magnificent buildings which host temporary exhibitions, a book store, an art-house cinema and a library.

Inspired by the halles of Paris, the halles of An goulême and their iron and glass structure host the farmer's market Tuesday through Sunday. It's the ideal place to discover the diversity of regional products.

This park is home to no less than 500 animals, installed in natural settings. The Exotic Farm will make you travel thourgh time thanks to its museum of tools. Activities anvisits are possible all day long.

Walk through the cities of Angoulême and marvel at beautiful murals on which you'll get to witness famous characters such as Cubitus, Lucky Luke, Kirikou or Boule and Bill…

Embark on a fun adventure in the nature with your family or friends: tree-top climbing, hiking, canoe kayak, speleology…

This 9 holes golf course is located in the lovely Charentes valley. You can rent equipment to take classes and enjoy the Club House where you'll have a nice view on the course.

This former castle of the dukes was turned into a city hall in the middle of the 19th century. Its polygonal donjon and round tower make it a unique place worth the visit.

This Renaissance castle located 20 km away from Angoulême is without a doubt one of the most beautiful in France. The La Rochefoucauld family has been living there for over 1000 years.