Champniers Market

North of Angoulême, the Champniers market is a weekly event beloved for its friendly atmosphere and family-oriented character. Located in the heart of town, on Place de l’Église, it plays an active role in local life and allows both residents and visitors to discover the region’s products and traditional crafts.

This open-air market brings together several vendors offering a wide variety of goods: butchers, fishmongers, produce vendors, market gardeners (including organic products, depending on the vendor), rotisseries, French and Spanish specialties, as well as food and non-food items. It’s a pleasant place to stop and shop while enjoying the warm atmosphere of a Charente village market.

In addition to the weekly market, Champniers hosts an annual “Marché des Producteurs de Pays” at Les Prés de l’Or. This seasonal event exclusively showcases local farmers and artisans. Visitors can meet the producers, discover their specialties, and enjoy a festive atmosphere centered around the flavors of the Charente.

The town also offers culinary events centered around the market, such as “On mange au marché” (Let’s Eat at the Market), which combines the discovery of local products, convivial meals, and musical entertainment during certain events.

Located in a rural town just outside Angoulême, the Champniers market is an ideal stop for visitors wishing to experience local life, meet the vendors, and enjoy an authentic moment in the heart of the village. Heritage enthusiasts can then continue exploring the town’s villages and landscapes, which feature several hamlets and walking trails.