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30 Best and Fun Things To Do In Cognac, France


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Situated in the center of Southwestern France, this city is renowned for its idyllic rural landscapes. Additionally, Cognac boasts an array of activities and landmarks, making it a highly sought-after destination for both visitors and locals.

There are many things to do in Cognac, including tasting local wines and food, visiting museums, going horseback riding, and biking along the canals. One of the most popular attractions is the Château Royal de Cognac, a great place to learn about French history.

And if you’re fond of history, why not stop by the Musée des Savoir-faire du Cognac? This large museum is dedicated to exhibiting and preserving the history and heritage of the city and its lush countryside.

Keep reading to discover more of our favorite things to do in Cognac, France, listed below

The 30 Most Popular Things To Do In Cognac, France

30. Balade en Pédalo sur la Charente

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

Location: PM5M+WJ Cognac

29. Parc des Pierrières

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

Location: Pl des Pierrieres Chateaubernard

28. Château de Saint-Brice

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

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Location: 16100 Saint Brice

27. Jarnouzeau

4.0 ★★★★☆ (1 review)

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Location: 15 Rue du Treuil Saint Laurent de Cognac

26. L’Ouche

4.7 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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Location: 521 Rue Font Francois 1er Angeac Champagne

Tel:  5-45-83-25-38

25. Porte et tours du Vieux-Port de Cognac

4.4 ★★★★☆ (5 reviews)

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Location: 1 3 Quai Maurice Hennessy Cognac

24. L’ouche des fins bois

4.6 ★★★★★ (7 reviews)

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Location: 41 Rue de la Grand’ouche Reparsac

23. Pain perdu

4.3 ★★★★☆ (7 reviews)

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Location: Rte de Mesnac Mesnac

22. Château de Gademoulin

5.0 ★★★★★ (9 reviews)

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Location: 22 Chemin de Gademoulin Gensac la Pallue

21. Château de François 1er

4.2 ★★★★☆ (15 reviews)

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Location: 127 Bd Denfert Rochereau Cognac

Tel:  5-45-36-88-86

20. Parc François Premier

4.6 ★★★★★ (17 reviews)

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Location: All des Charrettes Cognac

19. Espace Découverte en Pays de Cognac

4.7 ★★★★★ (23 reviews)

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Location: Pl de la Salle Verte Cognac

Tel:  5-45-36-03-65

18. Musée De La Moto Et Du Cyclo

4.7 ★★★★★ (29 reviews)

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Location: 25 Rue des Encloux Gensac la Pallue

Tel:  5-45-35-91-83

17. Abbaye de Châtres

4.5 ★★★★★ (31 reviews)

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Location: 16100 Saint Brice

Web Address:   https://abbaye-de-chatres.fr/

16. Autruches Cognac

4.5 ★★★★★ (39 reviews)

Location: 11 Rue des Trois Ormeaux Salles d’Angles

Tel:  6-08-86-24-69

15. Antenne

4.2 ★★★★☆ (53 reviews)

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14. Couvent des Récollets de Cognac

4.3 ★★★★☆ (65 reviews)

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Location: 53 Rue d’Angouleme Cognac

Tel:  5-45-82-35-30

Web Address:   http://ville-cognac.fr/RA-c-glement-intA-c-rieur-du-Couvent-des-RA-c-collets.html

13. Association “Les Jardins Respectueux”

4.3 ★★★★☆ (78 reviews)

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Location: 65 Rue de Bellevue Chateaubernard

Tel:  5-45-80-81-15

Web Address:   http://lesjardinsrespectueux.fr/

12. Porte Saint-Jacques

4.2 ★★★★☆ (91 reviews)

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Location: 1 3 Quai Maurice Hennessy Cognac

11. Château de Bagnolet

4.5 ★★★★★ (98 reviews)

Location: Route de Boutiers Cognac

Tel:  5-45-35-71-62

10. Fêtes Foraines de la croix montamette

3.9 ★★★★☆ (118 reviews)

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Location: 37 Bd Oscar Planat Cognac

Tel:  5-35-00-46-07

Web Address:   https://facebook.com/croix.montamette.ffc/

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9. House of the Lieutenancy – La Vieille Maison

5.0 ★★★★★ (11 reviews)

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Location: 5 Rue Grande Cognac

Tel:  6-18-45-38-94

Web Address:   http://cognacprunier.fr/la-vieille-maison.html

8. Cognac MEUKOW

4.8 ★★★★★ (41 reviews)

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Location: 7 Rue Francois Porche Cognac

Tel:  5-45-82-32-10

Web Address:   http://visitemeukow.com/

7. Musée d’Art et d’Histoire

4.2 ★★★★☆ (97 reviews)

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Location: 48 Bd Denfert Rochereau Cognac

Tel:  5-45-32-07-25

Web Address:   https://les-distillateurs-culturels.fr/

6. Eglise Saint Léger

4.3 ★★★★☆ (333 reviews)

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Location: Rue Aristide Briand Cognac

Tel:  5-45-82-05-71

Web Address:   https://belleseglises.com/fr/eglises/eglise-saint-leger-cognac/

5. Musée des savoir-faire du cognac

4.3 ★★★★☆ (343 reviews)

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Location: Les Remparts Pl de la Salle Verte Cognac

Tel:  5-45-36-03-65

Web Address:   https://les-distillateurs-culturels.fr/

4. Remy Martin Cognac

4.6 ★★★★★ (424 reviews)

Location: 20 Rue de la Societe Vinicole Cognac

Tel:  5-45-35-76-66

Web Address:   http://visitesremymartin.com/

3. Public Garden

4.6 ★★★★★ (1,147 reviews)

2. Royal Castle of Cognac

4.4 ★★★★☆ (1,350 reviews)

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Location: 127 Bd Denfert Rochereau Cognac

Tel:  5-45-36-88-86

Web Address:   https://chateauroyaldecognac.com/

1. Hennessy

4.5 ★★★★★ (1,629 reviews)

Location: Quai Richard Hennessy Cognac

Tel:  5-45-35-06-44

Web Address:   https://hennessy.com/fr-fr/visiter-hennessy

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Cognac, France! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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