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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Cognac,_FranceCognac, France - Wikipedia

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   Cognac is a town in southwestern France, known for its brandy and its role in the Hundred Years' War and the Fronde. Learn about its name, geography, landmarks, festival and the production of Cognac brandy.

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3. www.francethisway.com › places › cognacCognac France travel and tourism, attractions and sightseeing and...

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   • Cognac Old Town
   • The New Town & The Public Gardens
   • Museums in Cognac
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   Cognac 'old town', the medieval part of the town, is a region of narrow cobbled streets, hemmed in by attractive houses from the 15th to 18th centuries, and a multitude of brandy maturing warehouses along the riverside. A few of the older houses are half-timbered, while most are in the local white stone. Your visit will focus around the Chateau and...

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   The part of Cognac to the east of here is more recent, and is a typical French town with numerous cafes, shops and other commerces and a lively atmosphere. You can also explore the public gardensthat occupy an extensive area (several hectares) in the centre of Cognac and have extensive plantings, a rose garden, water features, trees and flower bord...

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   The Museum of Art and History, in an attractive 19th century building in the public gardens, has sections dedicated to archaeological finds in the region, ceramics and paintings. the highlight is the remains of an early 'dug-out canoe' from the neolithic era. The Museum of the Arts of Cognacwill teach you everything you ever wanted to know about ma...

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   A third area of Cognac to explore if you have time is the extensive Parc Francois 1er to the north of the town centre and surrounded by a meander in the Charente river. There are lots of walks and trails through the forested park, with the path along the riverside the most popular. You can also hire a canoe for a trip along the river or take an org...

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   Discover Cognac, a town in western France famous for its brandy and its historical centre. Explore the castle, the riverside, the public gardens, the museums and the distilleries.

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4. www.lostinbordeaux.com › top-10-things-to-do-in-cognacTop 10 things to do in Cognac, France - Lost in Bordeaux

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   • Discover the Old City of Cognac. Stroll the narrow paved streets of the city center to absorb the charm of Vieux Cognac (the old Cognac). The impressive architecture is a time machine to the early days of the salt trade that was a catalyst for the economic growth of the city.
   • Take a tour of a Cognac distillery. With almost 200 Cognac producers in the area, visiting distillerie s is the main attraction in the region. Four big Cognac houses produce most of the Coganc exported to the world.
   • Walk along the Quai of the Charente River. For years banks of the Charente River were the trade center of the city. King François initiated the salt trade in Cognac, making the river an important economic player.
   • Walk along the Quai of the Charente river. There are quite a few other towns and villages included in the Cognac production region. To visit more distilleries go to Jarnac, the second distilling town in the area.

5. www.destination-cognac.com › enCognac - Charente Tourist Office - Destination Cognac - Cognac...

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   Discover Cognac as a destination, with its Cognac houses and winegrowers, its Charente river, its villages and heritage, its festivals, its rides between the Flow bike trail and the vineyards...

   • Location: 48 Bd Denfert Rochereau, Cognac, France, 16100

   • Phone: 545.8M

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6. www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com › en › cognacVisit the city of Cognac, its Great Cognac Houses and the...

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   Discover the history, culture and gastronomy of Cognac, the city of cognac, and its famous Maisons: Rémy Martin, Martell, Hennessy... Explore the Charente Valley, the Santiago de Compostela routes, and the Infiniment Charentes museum.

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7. www.travelandleisure.com › what-to-do-and-see-cognac-franceHow to Have the Perfect Trip in Cognac, France - Travel

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   Aug 8, 2021 · Learn how to visit Cognac, a city and a region in France, where the famous liquor is produced and distilled. Discover the old world charm of its chateaus, museums, and rivers, and taste the artisan and legacy Cognacs.

8. www.cognac.fr › enCognac.fr - The official website of the Cognac appellation (BNIC)

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   Cognac is an outstanding wine spirit appreciated around the world and only produced in the Cognac region. A GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATION. A perfect balance between regional heritage, expertise, and professionals who are passionate about what they do. A protected origin. "CHARENTAISE" DOUBLE DISTILLATION.