Barbezieux St Hilaire (Charente)

Barbezieux St Hilaire is situated in the south Charente, close to the border with Charente Maritime.

The 15th century chateau of Barbezieux stands at the top of the town. The chateau was built by Francois de la Rochefoucauld.

The church dates from the 11th century and was largely restored in the last century.

There is a market twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays and there are pleasant shops in the town centre.

Guide point	Details
Department:	South West France > Poitou Charentes > Charente >
Location:	Situated in the south Charente, between Angouleme and Bordeaux
Tourist information website:	www.ot3b.com
Tourist information switch board number:	+ 33 (0)5 45 78 91 04
Tourist information address:	Le Château, 16300 BARBEZIEUX
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