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The Top 14 Castles around Angoulême

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 14

beautiful castles to choose from around Angoulême. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: October 21, 2025

Château de La Rochefoucauld

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Appearing in 1019 with Foucauld, lord of La Roche, the La Rochefoucauld family has long been considered a branch of the Lusignan, due to the similarity of their arms. It …

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Château de la Rochandry

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Superb chateau a stone's throw from the shelter of the Chair in Calvin - visible from the GR4 or from the heights of Moutiers sur Boëme.

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Château de Montbron

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The current castle of Montbron (or Old Castle) was built during the 15th century, around 1480, shortly after the Hundred Years War left behind many destructions.

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Chateau du diable

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Château de La Rochette

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Logis built around 1580 within the walls of an older castle. The old buildings were demolished during the sale to the municipality in 1946. The latter restored the house and …

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Keep of Montignac-Charente

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Of the castle of Montignac, located in the town of Montignac-Charente, in Charente, only the keep remains.

It is built on a terrace overlooking the Charente.

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Château de la Tranchade

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The castle was, in the Middle Ages, the seat of one of the most important seigneuries of Angoumois. In the 12th century, La Tranchade was part of the domains of …

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Château de Torsac

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Three truncated rectangular towers and beautiful vaulted rooms remain from the 13th century castle, which was extensively altered in the 17th century. The battlements on fancy battlements are from the 19th century.

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Château de Vouzan

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The origin of the house dates back to the 15th century. It is preceded by a 17th century portal. The chapel is the old parish church, bought in 1902 by …

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Château de Villebois-Lavalette

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Villebois-Lavalette castle is a real citadel overlooking the village of Villebois-Lavalette. Surrounded by a fortress with seven towers, it stands between Charente and Périgord. A medieval atmosphere floats at its …

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The Top 14 Castles around Angoulême

Château de La Rochefoucauld

Château de la Rochandry

Château de Montbron

Chateau du diable

Château de La Rochette

Keep of Montignac-Charente

Château de la Tranchade

Château de Torsac

Château de Vouzan

Château de Villebois-Lavalette

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