Vouthon: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Vouthon combines architectural history, cave visits and regional cultural attractions. The Donjon de La Chaise is a square keep built in the 11th century at La Garenne on a rock crossed by underground passages. Since 8 July 1988, it has been listed as a historic monument. The keep was remodelled in the 15th and 16th centuries; today, it is visible only from a distance.

Culture and History

The parish church of Saint-Martin is located in the chapel of the 12th-century Templar commandery of Vouthon. In 1312, the Templar commandery passed to the Order of St John of Jerusalem.

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

Sightseeing

The annual programme of Préhistoire en Tardoire also includes visits to the Grotte de La Chaise in Vouthon; visits are possible by reservation through the tourist office.

Culinary Delights

The Moulin de Vouthon can be visited throughout the year by prior telephone appointment. It produces certified organic oils and flours made from hazelnuts, camelina, walnuts and sesame.

Geographical Setting

The historic site of Abbaye de Fontaine Vive is located near Vouthon. The wider region around Vouthon is also home to the French Resistance Memorial, the Artothèque d'Angoulème museum and the historic site of Notre-Dame des Bezines.

More destination pages: Mornac, Vouzan, Saint-Sulpice-De-Cognac, Nercillac, Verteuil-Sur-Charente, Sireuil, Rivières, Confolens.

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