Circuit des Remparts, Angouleme Special

 

Commencing 3rd weekend in September 2010

Since 2005 we have been organising our  “Circuit des Remparts Special”.  A must for classic car owners and previous years have all  been a sell out.

Join us on the  third  weekend in September for a week to explore the delights of the Charente Maritime, and in particular, the excitement of the historic Circuit des Remparts, classic car racing held in Angouleme.

In 2009 we included in the programme, the option to arrive on Friday and participate in the 160 km Charente Ralley which takes place on Saturday. It is an early start to collect your rally plaque and be interviewed on the podium, after which 200 classic cars tour the countryside along roads lined with cheering bystanders.

Whether you arrive on Friday or Saturday, you will be welcomed at La Rose des Vents, with a  4 course dinner, with aperitifs and wine, served in the Manor House.

On Sunday, we take a scenic run to Angouleme, (just  40 minutes drive away),  to experience the excitement of this historic road race when the whole town becomes one enormous classic car meet with displays of classic cars, tour the paddocks and watch the racing.   

On Monday enjoy a long leisurely lunch, with local classic car enthusiastes in the garden at La Rose des Vents.

 

The rest of the week is free for you explore the area – a range of prepared scenic runs are available and Cognac, Saintes,  La Rochelle, Royan and Bordeaux are all within easy reach.

The tariff of  £440  per person (based on a minimum of 4 persons sharing one cottage)  includes accommodation in one luxury cottage for 7 nights, welcome dinner with aperitif and wine, grandstand ticket/paddock passes, classic car parking and souvenir programme for the Circuit des Remparts;  tour and cognac tasting at Chateau Chesnal and  Monday lunch with local classic car enthusiasts, or £485 per person which includes entry to the Charente Rally.