Angeac-Charente, a region in the Charente department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. Characterized by gently rolling countryside, vineyards, and fields, its geography is shaped by the Charente River, which provides picturesque riverside paths. The area also features preserved forest landscapes and unique "blue lakes" formed from old kaolin quarries, creating varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
Angeac-Charente provides a range…
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10
hikers
11.6km
02:57
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.9km
04:12
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.11km
01:07
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60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
riders
46.1km
02:12
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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95.0km
04:10
710m
710m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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60.2km
02:29
290m
290m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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63
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.9km
02:10
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40.0km
03:04
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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63.2km
04:02
230m
230m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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53
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38.3km
02:36
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.2km
01:03
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.0km
01:25
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70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.5km
01:18
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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26
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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53.2km
03:39
410m
410m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
runners
9.41km
01:04
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.47km
00:53
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.99km
01:03
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Angeac-Charente offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features gently rolling countryside, vineyards, forests, and riverside paths along the Charente River. There are 7 routes available on komoot for these sports.
The region provides diverse hiking opportunities, from tranquil riverbanks to vineyards and forests. Hikers can explore parts of the extensive network of signposted footpaths found throughout the Charente department. For more information, consult the Hiking around Angeac-Charente guide.
Angeac-Charente is well-suited for cycling, with marked routes for road cycling, touring cycling, and mountain biking. Notable routes include sections of the Flow Vélo and La Scandibérique (EuroVelo 3). Explore options in the Road Cycling Routes around Angeac-Charente and Cycling around Angeac-Charente guides.
The Charente region, including Angeac-Charente, features over 1,000 km of marked mountain bike trails, part of the Tour Charente VTT network. These trails range from 4 to 30 miles (6 km to 50 km) and offer various difficulty levels. Details can be found in the MTB Trails around Angeac-Charente guide.
The region is characterized by the picturesque Charente River, offering riverside paths and wooded hillsides. It also features unique 'blue lakes' formed from old kaolin quarries, particularly around Touvérac and Guizengeard, known for their turquoise waters and white banks.
Angeac-Charente's gently rolling countryside and riverside paths provide suitable terrain for various abilities, including family outings. Many cycling routes offer varying circuit lengths, from easy 2-6 mile (4-10 km) rides to longer options. The paleontological site also offers educational activities.
Angeac-Charente is home to a significant paleontological discovery, one of the world's largest dinosaur sites dating back 140 million years. An open-air interpretation platform allows visitors to learn about the scientific activity and the recreated Cretaceous ecosystem.
Angeac-Charente has attracted more than 6,000 visitors on komoot. The 7 available routes have received an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars from over 600 ratings, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Angeac-Charente, Road Cycling Routes around Angeac-Charente, MTB Trails around Angeac-Charente, Cycling around Angeac-Charente, Running Trails around Angeac-Charente, and Gravel biking around Angeac-Charente.
For direct inquiries regarding Angeac-Charente, the Mairie (town hall) can be reached by phone. The contact number for the local administration is 05 45 97 02 67.
Yes, Angeac-Charente is crossed by significant long-distance cycling routes. These include the Flow Vélo, which follows the Charente River, and La Scandibérique (EuroVelo 3), which passes through the Charente department.
The terrain in Angeac-Charente is diverse, featuring gently rolling countryside, vineyards, and open fields. Trails often follow the Charente River, pass through wooded areas, and can include paths around the unique 'blue lakes' from old quarries.

