Château de Bourg-Charente

Château de Bourg-Charente is a castle in the Charente valley that sits on a rocky hilltop overlooking the river and displays 17th-century construction details. The structure features stone walls and traditional window arrangements characteristic of French architecture from that period.

The original fortress at this location was destroyed during the Hundred Years War when English forces controlled the region. The present structure was built later as the area recovered under French rule.

The estate represents the merger of heritage architecture with regional commerce, shaping how locals and visitors perceive the landscape. The visible connection between the castle's stone walls and the working distillery operations reflects the area's dual identity as both historical monument and active production site.

The property is accessible via the Flow Vélo cycling route that passes nearby and provides good orientation for visitors. The hilltop location offers clear views across the surrounding landscape and river valley.

Grand Marnier has operated a distillery in the castle cellars since 1921, using the space to distill bitter orange essence for their signature liqueur. This unusual dual purpose makes the site a rare combination of medieval fortress and artisanal spirit production.

Location: Bourg-Charente

GPS coordinates: 45.67670,-0.22722

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:24