Touzac: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

The Église Saint-Laurent in Touzac was built in the 12th century and served as a fortress during the Wars of Religion. Its west façade was classified as a French historic monument by decree of 28 April 1964.

Those considering Touzac as a travel destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment there.

Culture and history

The remains of a former fortified castle can be found at Puy de Neuville. The monumental entrance gate, once closed by a drawbridge, is still preserved. The former 18th-century manor house of La Peigerie overlooks the village of Touzac.

A chapel still stands in the village of Touzac and bears witness to the original location of the cemetery, which was moved to Les Bouts du Loup in 1887.

The former municipal school of Touzac is home to CHABRAM²'s contemporary art centre, called L'ÉCOLE. CHABRAM² regularly holds contemporary art exhibitions in Touzac, as well as various events including theatre, music and cinema.

Walking routes and activities

The Circuit du Grand Fé circular hiking trail in Touzac is 9.07 km long and takes an average of 2 hours and 55 minutes. The Circuit Pierres et Vignes walking route is shorter: it is 2 km long and starts at Touzac's church square.

The Pierres et Vignes network presents geocaching as an independent, family-friendly way to discover Touzac's lesser-known cultural heritage through a fun outdoor activity.

Geographical setting

The historic Château de Jarnac and the Église Saint-Mathias de Barbezieux are located in the vicinity of Touzac.

Further afield in the region around Touzac are Parc François-Ier, Château Royal de Cognac and the historic site of Abbaye Notre-Dame de la Couronne.

Other places in the same administrative area: Brillac, Chasseneuil-Sur-Bonnieure, Brigueuil, Lignières-Sonneville, Mosnac, Tusson, Alloue, Chassenon.

For the higher-level travel overview: Charente.