Angoulême

Beautiful architectural main town in the old part where there is lots of restaurants to choose from and the other part a mix of modern shopping with boutiques and large indoor market as well.

Angouleme is the cartoon/graffiti centre of Europe which also hosts many bars and restaurants.

Forty minutes away from our farmhouse this fabulous city is a particular favourite area of ours. Like Manchester on speed! The ‘old town’ is unbelievable with great shops such as H and M, Casa and many more the Christmas vibe is amazing. Wok 86 is a must if you enjoy Chinese cuisine.

The home of the comic book festival, search the city for cartoon wall murals. Lots of restaurants in the old town streets on the central plateau near the stunning town hall. January: cartoon festival. September: Rally of the Ramparts, Vintage car racing and displays in the city centre.

Fantastic university city situated on top of a hill with stunning views, historic buildings, lots of cobble stone streets crammed with restaurants and bars