Saint-Sulpice-de-Ruffec walks

Ce parcours, prochainement agrémenté de questions numériques, permet de découvrir en 1h30 maximum la commune Saint-Sulpice-de-Ruffec, la plus petite de Charente par sa population (36 habitants).

A very relaxing walk along an old railway platform, returning via a mule track. The small 12th-century church in Saint-Gervais is exceptionally well preserved.

A beautiful walk in the Bois de la Bachellerie. These areas are relatively far from any houses and are home to a fairly large amount of wildlife. You can walk at a leisurely pace, as some parts of the trails are well cleared.

If you want to walk in a place away from prying eyes and crowds, this walk is for you. Enjoy the green paths and undergrowth as you stroll in peace. You will alternate between shaded and sunny sections.

This circuit will take you through wooded and open areas, along dirt and stone paths, and along an old Roman road. Near this road, on 19 June 1944, an American Boeing B17-G bomber crashed at a place called Fond Péron. To commemorate this event, a memorial stone has been erected at the edge of the Roman road. From this stone, signs point to the actual crash site, about 500 metres away to the north, where a small memorial, restored in 2024, awaits your visit in complete tranquillity.

You will be able to walk in complete tranquillity on most of this route, which takes you off the beaten track.If you enjoy relaxed walking, this hike is for you.

Short walk in the Boixe forest. After a glimpse of the village and its castle, you will walk along a hunting ground with its refuge... Then you will venture into the Boixe Forest, following grassy paths, one of which has been turned into a botanical trail... Near the Pierre du Sacrifice site, you can visit the well-restored Tumulus...

Twenty kilometres north of Angoulême, Jauldes has preserved its beautiful rural heritage. Between fields and forests, take the time to linger in its charming villages with their old buildings made of small, typical limestone blocks.

Located 20 km north of Angoulême, Jauldes has successfully preserved a vibrant rural heritage, which you can discover on this short walk around Cherves.

Discover the Charente valley through its castles, churches, bridges, mills, roads and fountains, guided by the sound of flowing water.

A beautiful hike along dirt tracks, forest paths and small tarmac roads.

This hamlet with its spicy scents offers superb views of the "puys" of Champniers, the surrounding countryside and the town of Angoulême.

This beautiful, undulating walk will take you from the fountains of Ladoux, Les Guérinauds and La Faye to the Charente.

Nature lovers will be delighted by the Vindelle countryside! Walk along the Charente river, then climb up for a breathtaking view of the valley. A must-see outside of winter!

This route can be combined with a quiz walk, offering a fun way to discover the town’s iconic sites and learn about its history and heritage. Look for the ‘Au fil de nos histoires’ poster in the sports hall car park and scan the QR code to start the game (free, no registration required, and no app to download).

Follow the Voie Verte, the former P'tit Rouillat railway line. Walk through vineyards, small woods and farmland before reaching the Nouère in the charming village of Gouthiers.