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Angoulême Base Information

Angoulême is situated on a rocky spur overlooking a meander in the Charente river, also known as the "Balcony of the South West". The region offers a captivating blend of medieval architecture, charming villages, and lush vineyards lining the riverbanks. The city boasts a rich historical heritage and vibrant cultural life that includes an international comics festival as well as music and film festivals.

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At the Base

Base Opening Hours

Open only for booked arrivals and returns

Local Market

Every day except Monday 
Covered market open every day in the town center

Fishing

Fishing licenses can be purchased prior to arrival at cartedepeche.fr or locally at many of the local fishing shops :

  • Sarl Fred et Loisirs: 1,7 km
  • Pêche et Loisirs : 3,6 km
  • Able Fishing Boats SCS :3,7 km
  • Pacific Pêche : 4,3 km

Parking at the Base

Free street parking spaces close by. 

Tourist Office

Office du tourisme du pays d’Angoulême
Hôtel de Ville
16007 Angoulême

Travel Information

By Road

Be prepared

It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with local road rules and abide by them. Most European countries have a list of compulsory equipment that you must take with you. For driving advice and a list of the equipment youll need, please visit https://www.theaa.com/european-breakdown-cover/driving-in-europe

Directions

From the A10, take exit 30 towards Angoulême/Poitiers-Sud, join the N10 and take exit 58 towards Limoges/Périgueux/Angoulême-Nord/Ruelle s/Touvre. Take the exit for D1000 towards Périgueux/Angoulême/Z.I. N 3/Parc des Expos. Continue on D1000. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit and continue on Av. du Maréchal Juin. At the next roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Blvd du 8 Mai 1945, then continue straight on Rue Saint-Antoine and at the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Blvd Besson Bey.

Car rental

  • Rent a car: 19 Pl. de la Gare, 16000 Angoulême (1,1 km)
  • Europcar: 15 Pl. de la Gare, 16006 Angoulême  (1,1 km)
  • Loc Eco: 24 Av. du Maréchal Juin, 16000 Angoulême (1,8 km)

By Rail

Closest train station:

  • Angoulême : 700 m

By Air

Closest airports:

  • Limoges: 96 km
  • Poitiers: 115 km
  • Bordeaux: 129 km

Call us on : 01756 701200 (+44 1756 701200)

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