The cognac cruise

Topic

Sciences and discovery

Departure

JARNAC (16)

Details

From our base at Jarnac you can cruise the River Charente in either direction and experience the delights of this wonderful waterway at your leisure.

Cruise to Saint Brice and visit its castle, which has a unique Renaissance façade. Relax with a picnic in the pretty park or tee off at the town’s golf course on the banks of the river.

Catch the scent of Cognac in the air at the elegant town of Cognac – the roofs on the houses are turned ambercoloured by the alcohol vapours in the air. Join a guided tour of the famous distilleries and enjoy free tasting sessions to help you decide to buy! Continue to Saintes and discover amazing archaeological finds including Roman columns, frescoes and statues. Visit the excellent maritime museums at Rochefort to learn about its historic sailing and rope-making past before dining on excellent seafood platters by the sea. The River Charente becomes tidal after St. Savinien.

For more information, visit http://www.leboat.net or send an email to info@leboat.fr / Tel: 04 68 94 42 80

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Stop in Saint-Brice

Visit Saint-Brice with its imposing castle and its beautiful city center.

What to see / visit in Saint-Brice:

Abbey of Chatre
The church of Saint-Brice
Castle of Garde-Epée

Accommodation nearby

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Castelnaudary
04 68 94 42 80

Stop in Saintes

Saintes is a popular destination for visitors who appreciate its rich cultural heritage with its center with narrow streets and medieval houses. The colorful market which is held two times a week along the cathedral is worth seeing.

What to see / visit in Saintes:

The Arch of Germanicus on the bank down the street from the Arc de Triomphe is an impressive
The Roman arch dedicated to Emperor Tiberius
The church of St. Eutropius, a mixture of Romanesque and Gothic architecture
The Archaeological Museum Esplanade A. Malraux - archaeological museum with an outstanding collection of carved stones.
Ruins of the Roman amphitheater are on the left bank of the Charente, near the top of the hill where the city is built.

Accommodation nearby

Le Boat

Castelnaudary
04 68 94 42 80

Stop in Saint-Savinien

This picturesque town is situated on the banks of the Charente and Charente typical style with its stone houses and narrow streets. The city is crowned by a church on a hill with great views over the river.

What to see / visit in Saint-Savinien:

The water carrousell of Saint-Savinien is undoubtedly the best attraction if you have children.
An outdoor pool and a picnic area are to be found in the "Grenouillette"
Church of Saint-Savinien
The Abbey of Augustins
Church of Saint-Germain
Church of Sainte-Marie de l'Assomption
Château de la Cave
Château de Forgette

Accommodation nearby

Le Boat

Castelnaudary
04 68 94 42 80

Stop in Rochefort

Rochefort, the city of Charente Maritime arsenal, was born from the will of the Sun King, who wanted to establish his ambition on earth and the sea. He told Colbert to build the finest and largest arsenal of Ponant, on this virgin and swampy territory, located in the banks of the Charente river, only 23 km away from the Atlantic.

What to see / visit to Rochefort:

Fort Boyard
The nearby islands
La Corderie Royale - the shipbuilding area of the city
Oyster farming
The Cures - natural thermal waters. Here, you'll find many underground springs known for their healing properties and offers an environment and a climate favorable to relaxation and wellness.
The Hermione - Since 1997, the reconstruction of the frigate Hermione, that in 1780 allowed Lafayette to cross the Atlantic Ocean to America, revives the historical sense of challenge and this glorious time.
Saint-Louis Church

Accommodation nearby

Le Boat

Castelnaudary
04 68 94 42 80

Stop in Port-d'Envaux

In the past, Port d'Envaux was an important city on the road salt. There are many beautiful houses of this period to see. There is an artificial beach on the river, a park and a picnic area that make it a pleasant place to moor.

What to see / visit in Port-d'Envaux:

Castle Panloy - completely rebuilt in 1770 and in a Louis XV-style architecture. You must visit the Louis XV salon and the Beauvais tapestries, along the many hunting trophies. The dovecote dates from 1620.
The artificial beach
The old houses of the village

Accommodation nearby

Le Boat

Castelnaudary
04 68 94 42 80

Stop in Cognac

Cognac is a historic river town, famous for its various Cognac houses. This is a thriving city with a good selection of restaurants and several festivals throughout the year. There are also many medieval buildings made up of stone and timber. Most of them can be seen rue Saulnier and rue de lisle-dOr. The other highlight places of the city: the remains of the Castle of Valois and the church of St. Leger.

What to see / visit / do in Cognac:

Take a boat or train to discover the history of cognac, its vineyards, distilleries and museums that not only show how it's done, but also proudly display the oldest reserve of cognac dating from 1830. A snack!
The world-famous brands of Cognac can be found here. Each distillery has its own secret and unique way to prepare different blends of brandies.
The Museum of Art and History
The Valois Castle
The church of Saint-Léger
The church of Saint-Martin

Accommodation nearby

Le Boat

Castelnaudary
04 68 94 42 80

Stop in Jarnac

The park and the banks of the Charente welcome you for relaxing walks and sunny days. Stop at the Ile Madame, if you travel with your family wish you a place to Cavour baignet and play safely.