Annual "Comic Festival" comes to Angouleme

This year, from January 31 to February 3, Angoulême once again hosts its famous festival of comics..

Unique throughot Europe and famous around the world it is an event that has grown in size since the first edition in 1974 to over 210,000 visitors in 2012.

This year we celebrate the 40th Grand Prix of the festival’s history and organizers expect record crowds.

The program is extensive and even the most seasoned festival-goers know they will struggle to take it all in. They will be able to make choices between different performances & exhibitions while also having the chance to meet with authors. We urge you to take a look at the official website http://www.bdangouleme.com/16,expositions so that you can plan your visit in advance.

Angoulême is a city steeped in history and culture with a beautiful Cathedral, walled ramparts and absolutely stunning architecture.

The city is close to the Parc Naturel Régional of Périgord-Limousin and also very close to the famous town of Cognac with its beautiful vineyards. The beaches of the Charente-Maritime are easily accessible and charming towns such as La Rochelle and Royan are just waiting to be visited. Bordeaux is an hour away by TGV where you can enjoy the theatre, professional football and rugby or simply stroll along the beautiful waterfront abd then up the pedestrian shopping street of Rue St Catherine.

Set out on Pinterest are some of the properties we have available in & around Angouleme but don’t forget that this is just a small selection of properties we have available within the Charente and its neighbouring departments. To see the full range please visit http://www.frenchestateagents.com/poitou-charentes-property where you will also be able to meet the team that look after this beautiful region.

All the very best……