Grand Barrail Chateau Hotel and Spa

Landmarks

• Angouleme

  The city of Angoulême stands on a rocky outcrop some 80m above the River Charente at a point where the river has created a large meander. Occupied from prehistoric times, the city saw its first defensive wall erected in the days of the late Roman Empire. Later on it became the seat of the Counts Taillefer, Lusignan and Valois, the site of never-ending conflicts during the Wars of Religion, an important river port until the 19th century and now capital of the BD (comic strip). The city is a witness of the past as well as a site of interesting modern improvements.

• Bergerac

  The Bergerac area is no exception and offers a wide variety of historical sites to discover or rediscover. Come and marvel at the jewels of Medieval and Renaissance architecture that time has preserved for you in Bergerac. Historical monuments, cloisters and caves. the Bergerac region is a sightseer’s delight. There is something to surprise you at every turn.

• Biarritz
• Bordeaux

  Bordeaux has been officially included on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites as of 28 June 2007. This distinction recognises the beauty and unity of style of Bordeaux's architectural heritage, which has developed harmoniously over the centuries and remained remarkably well-preserved.

• Brive La Gaillarde
• Chateaux

  Visit and tasting wine at numerous châteaux near the hotel Grand Barrail.

• Medieval Town (12th century Trinity Chap)

  The medieval town Saint Emilion, listed as a World Heritage Site by Unesco, will surprise you with its monolithic church (the largest in Europe), more than 70 hectares of underground galleries (some of which are used as wine cellars), and steep, charming streets.

• Saint Emilion Vineyards

  Saint-Emilion is, of course, famous for its great growth wines. We are able to arrange appointments for you at the most prestigious estates where you will be welcomed by the château owner, receive a guided tour of the cellars, and then taste the fabulous wine... We also organise introductory wine tasting courses either at the hotel or in conjunction with a wine school in Saint Emilion.