• The Charente (. French: [ʃaʁɑt] ; Occitan: Charanta [tʃaˈɾantɔ]) is a 381-kilometre (237 mi) long river in southwestern France.
  • Charente RiverThe Charente River, western France. (more). ... It lies along the Charente River , 47 miles (76 km) southeast of La Rochelle .
  • The Charente (in Saintongeais Chérente, in Occitan Charanta) is a river in the Aquitaine Basin in France.
  • It flows through the departments of Haute-Vienne, Charente, Vienne and Charente-Maritime. The river flows into the Atlantic Ocean near Rochefort.
  • There are no lock keepers on the Charente river, and nearly all locks are manual and user-operated.
  • The Charente River has a regular flow and is easily navigable. You can also swim in the Charente –⁠ the base staff can advise you on the best places to swim.
  • Charente River Tourism (2024) France: Find top attractions, things to do & activities in Charente River, charente. Plan your Charente River trip with Hellotravel.
  • Explore the Grand Site of the "Estuary of the Charente river - Naval Dockyard of Rochefort" and discover its natural heritage.
  • Charente, with its 381 kilometres of course, is a fabulous river that embodies the charm of authentic France and is an ideal destination for a relaxing riverside holiday.