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The Greenway – Along the Charente River loop from La Couronne Charente

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The Greenway – Along the Charente River loop from La Couronne Charente

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The Greenway – Along the Charente River loop from La Couronne Charente

04:43

75.2km

430m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 26 m for 15 m

After 75.2 km for 15 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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7.82 km

La Charente

Lake

14.4 km

La Touvre

Lake

3

35.3 km

The Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Other

Old towpath that runs along the Charente River for nearly 20 km.
A pleasant, easy route, but very popular on sunny days with hikers and cyclists.

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44.9 km

Church of Notre-Dame de Trois-Palis

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This 12th century Romanesque church is nestled in the heart of the village and beautifully lighted in sunny weather. At the gates of Angoulême and on the banks of the …

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45.9 km

Charente Riverside Path at La Meure

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Path located south of the Pont de la Meure, between a wooded hillside and the Charente, with a few islands. It consists of a dirt track, just wide enough for …

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50.9 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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56.8 km

White Trails of Saint-Simeux

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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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58.2 km

Along the Charente River

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

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

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61.7 km

Bain des Dames Beach on the Charente

Highlight • Beach

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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61.8 km

Châteauneuf-sur-Charente Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Good for a stopover

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75.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.8 km

19.3 km

12.4 km

7.91 km

7.52 km

424 m

Surfaces

40.5 km

22.9 km

7.21 km

4.22 km

499 m

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