by Lise Gerson Lohman | 10 Oct 2026
Stepping into the historic stone workshop of Moulin du Verger offers a rare look into centuries-old craftsmanship. Powered by the flowing waters of the Charreau stream, this operating seventeenth-century water mill continues to craft traditional paper by hand using...
by Lise Gerson Lohman | 9 Sep 2026
Stepping inside the Vesunna Gallo-Roman Museum offers an extraordinary glimpse into antiquity where contemporary architecture meets the remains of an ancient Roman villa. Designed by renowned architect Jean Nouvel, the striking glass structure floats directly over the...
by Lise Gerson Lohman | 21 Sep 2026
Step back in time to explore the fascinating everyday heritage of rural southwestern France at the local heritage center in Montmoreau. This intimate cultural gem showcases a carefully preserved collection of historical Charentais attire, domestic artifacts, and...
by Lise Gerson Lohman | 11 Aug 2025
While the classic limestone architecture of the Charente and the centuries-old history of our region provide endless fascination, southwest France is also home to cutting-edge contemporary marvels. If you feel like trading the whispering trees and sun-drenched...
by Lise Gerson Lohman | 4 Apr 2023
You don’t even have to leave our lovely commune of Yviers to uncover a world of artistic inspiration, poetic history, and nostalgic charm. While we frequently recommend fantastic day trips to neighboring cities and historic citadels, some of the most magical...
by Lise Gerson Lohman | 11 Jul 2024
To truly understand the soul of southwestern France, one must understand its wine. While the rolling, sun-drenched vineyards of the Charente produce the world’s finest Cognac, our region sits just a stone’s throw away from the global capital of wine: Bordeaux. For...
