Les parcours de visite
Posted on 17 June 2025
To provide each visitor with the maximum wealth of attractions, the Angoulême Tourist Office shares plenty of great ideas. Numerous self-guided tours are available on the Angoulême Visitor Map. Of course, as a UNESCO Creative City, comics and images have the […]
Festival Les soirs Bleus
Posted on 1 June 2025
Les Soirs Bleus takes place from mid-June to the end of September in Greater Angoulême. All 38 municipalities share the adventure and shape this summer cultural program of 60 dates and 78 performances: concerts and street art shows, circus and free dance. Workshops, walks, visits and exhibitions will complete these evenings. In the carefree summer… […]
Les sources de la Touvre : un trésor naturel
Published on 18 April 2025
Nestled east of Angoulême, the Touvre springs are one of the most impressive karst springs in France. With an average flow rate of 13 m³/s, it ranks second only to the famous Fontaine de Vaucluse. This exceptional natural phenomenon attracts researchers, geology enthusiasts, and nature lovers, while also offering cyclists a […]
Sentier Métropolitain de GrandAngoulême
Published on 18 April 2025
The Greater Angoulême Metropolitan Trail, an innovative project of itineraries in urban and peri-urban environments. This project brings together hiking, contemporary art, urban planning and ecology, with the aim of revealing the history, landscapes and know-how of the territory. Unique Concept and Objectives: The Metropolitan Trail differs from traditional hiking trails by its location in […]
Vignobles et Découvertes
Published on 16 April 2025
Vignobles & Découvertes: more than a label, a network of Charente partners committed to quality! The national label ©Vignobles & Découvertes is issued by Atout France. It offers certification of excellence in welcoming a wine-growing region and is committed to promoting local tourism. It also stands out for its comprehensive range of […]
La BD à Angoulême, c’est toute l’année !
February 3, 2025
Angoulême, the capital of comics and a UNESCO Creative City, offers a rich program celebrating the 9th art throughout the year! The Comics Museum presents the "Signed Bretécher" exhibition, a retrospective tracing the career of author Claire Bretécher (1940-2020) and exploring the defining aspects of her work. The exhibition […]
Festival International de la Bande Dessinée
Published January 14 2025
Find all the latest news from the Angoulême International Comics Festival: exhibitions, shows, official competition, ... The most important comic book event in the world, the Angoulême International Comics Festival welcomes nearly 6000 comics professionals of the whole world ! Festival-goers are welcomed in more than 20 different places on the […]
A magical christmas
December 6, 2024
The tourist office has prepared a treasure trove of ideas for outings to celebrate the end of the year with family or friends: Christmas markets where you'll find local produce and gifts; illuminations and a light trail to delight the eyes; and also concerts and entertainment for […]
Corto, Hergé and Lucien
Published on September 29 2024
In addition to the many painted walls, the world capital of comics has been enriched with statues: the famous Lucien, by Franck Margerin, has been on display since 2015 on the roof of Angoulême station. An obelisk 4,5 meters high and not far from 7 tons, a tribute to René Goscinny, sits since 2017 on […]
European Heritage Days
Published on 7 August 2024
The major national event celebrating the richness of French heritage. Every third weekend in September, young and old alike can explore monuments, some of which are closed to the public the rest of the year. Parks and gardens, religious and civil buildings, and more are all opportunities to rediscover French and European history through […]