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France
New Aquitaine
Cognac
Châteauneuf-Sur-Charente

Along the Charente River – View of Saint-Simeux loop from Châteauneuf-sur-Charente

Routes
France
New Aquitaine
Cognac
Châteauneuf-Sur-Charente

Along the Charente River – View of Saint-Simeux loop from Châteauneuf-sur-Charente

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26

riders

Along the Charente River – View of Saint-Simeux loop from Châteauneuf-sur-Charente

05:51

86.5km

620m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 8, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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935 m

Bain des Dames Beach on the Charente

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It is a relaxing place to soak your feet in the Charente. You can land on the beach or on a bench. Take the opportunity to fill your water bottles …

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976 m

Good for a stopover

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1.64 km

Along the Charente River

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After Chateauneuf-sur-Charente on the V92, a beautiful stretch along the Charente begins.

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5.00 km

View of Saint-Simeux

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The church dominating the village is visible from afar. I recommend this place in the early morning when the light bathes the whole village. Great point of view from the lock where you can often see herons.

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75.2 km

Sireuil Bridge

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Coming from Angoulême, before crossing the bridge, pleasure boats for rent line the shore. You will find them scattered across the river during your walk.
Possibility of filling the cans …

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75.8 km

Sireuil Lock

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A popular spot for fishermen, quiet, accessible by towpaths. The path is sometimes in poor condition but the lock is worth a look, with Sireuil on the other side of the river.

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80.6 km

Charente riverbanks

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The edges of the Charente, easily accessible by bike, call for poetry. Soft banks, calm water, beautiful villages, sumptuous residences with luminous stones. Picnic areas, fishing, safe walks. The edges …

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80.8 km

White Trails of Saint-Simeux

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One of the most spectacular villages on the banks of the Charente. Coming from Angoulême, the church appears high up on the right. Take advantage of the morning sun to …

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86.5 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

53.3 km

28.0 km

3.98 km

1.20 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

37.9 km

25.2 km

11.4 km

10.8 km

1.23 km

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Highest point (160 m)

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