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Saint-Hilaire de Villefranche, south of St Jean d’Angély, is in outstanding situation at the heart of
Romanesque Saintonge and the Charentais vineyards.
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• You will be amazed by the undulating countryside, vineyards mingled with wooded copses, by its architecture and monuments.
• It is an area of diverse pleasures
• Discover its landscape and villages where you will be astonished by the local heritage and unusual sights.
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• Swimming pool
Open all summer, numerous activities are proposed . |
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• Pilgrim route to Santiago de Compostela
The route passes through commune of St Hilaire de Villefranche. Crossing woods and valleys, between La Frédière and Juicq, you will find two amazing churches. In remote settings they incarnate an ideal situation for meditation and reflection. |
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• Pays Bas
The villages in the area are found both on high ground and in the valleys. Several streams flow through the valleys and here you will discover beautiful countryside
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• Romanesque Architecture
The area is rich in Norman architecture. Besides the churches of La Frédière and Juicq, discover the fortified churches of Ecoyeux and Authon. You will not be disappointed by the church at Aujac with its beautifully sculpted North door
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• The vineyards
A wine-tasting session ? The numerous wine-producers of the area invite you to taste their produce and they will explain how their Cognac, Pineau and Charentais wines are produced.
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• Events
• "Les Après midi Découverte" around St-Hilaire-de-Villefranche, every Wednesday afternoon in July and August.
Discover St-Hilaire-de-Villefranche and its neighbouring villages, in the company of local people who are enamoured by their heritage. The programme incorporates art, history, local heritage and the local countryside
• In June, the choir "Les Choeurs de la Saintonge" presents 3 musical evenings in local churches
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A tranquil preservation area, the region of “Vals de Saintonge” offers a variety of visits and leisure activities
to satisfy everyone.
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