The Clain, which rises in the Charente, crosses the Château-Garnier area, is suitable for fishing and opens up peaceful, shady spots. The Plan d'eau offers the opportunity for seasonal swimming.
Those planning a stay in Château-Garnier may wish to rent a holiday apartment for this purpose.
Culture
The church of Château-Garnier dates from 1896. The church houses a statue of the Virgin Mary with the infant Jesus, which comes from the former church.
The figure of Père “Brochilles” appeared in recurring stories in the local dialect in the parish newsletter “le Blé qui lève”. It is also featured in a painting by Albert Besse, a painter known in Château-Garnier.
The Moulin à blé, Minoterie complex is located on the R.D.25 in Château-Garnier. It was rebuilt at the end of the 19th century and converted into a flour mill.
Nature and Trails
Le Routain du Père Brochille is an easy 23-kilometre circular horse-riding trail that starts and ends in Château-Garnier. It connects the architectural heritage of Château-Garnier with the Clain Valley and passes, among other places, by the Château de Monchandy and the church of Château-Garnier.
Surroundings
The The vallee de singes zoo is located near Château-Garnier. The historic site of Abbaye de Charroux is in the immediate vicinity of Château-Garnier.
The historic site of Abbaye de Valence, Château de Fayolle and Église Saint-Nicolas are located in the wider region surrounding Château-Garnier.
More local pages: Ranton, Béthines, Pindray, Availles-Limouzine, Gouex, Antigny, Couhé, Ceaux-En-Loudun.
