Pons Towns and Villages in Pons

Opening hours

Open

  • Monday 09:30 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Tuesday 09:30 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Wednesday 09:30 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Thursday 09:30 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Friday 09:30 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Saturday 09:30 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Sunday 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm

Closes at 06:00 pm

Useful information

Province : Haute Saintonge and its vines

  • English
    • Pons is a medieval town in Charente-Maritime, rich in history and heritage.


      A bit of history

      Sitting on a rocky promontory overlooking the Seugne Valley, Pons has a history that dates back to the Neolithic period . Its fortified castle, dating from the 10th century, bears witness to its strategic importance. The town has experienced many ups and downs over the centuries, including conflicts and reconstructions.


      An exceptional heritage

      • The keep : symbol of the city, it offers a panoramic view of the Seugne valley and the city.
      • The Pilgrims' Hospital is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This former hospice welcomed pilgrims to Santiago de Compostela. Its architecture is remarkable and today it houses a medicinal garden.
      • The remains of the ramparts immerse you in the medieval atmosphere of Pons.
      • The picturesque alleys, the half-timbered houses and the private mansions.
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Ride around

Circuit Véloroute - "Rayonnantes de Haute-Saintonge N°2" - "Pons - La Flow Vélo par Brives-sur-Charente"

Circuit Véloroute - "Rayonnantes de Haute-Saintonge N°2" - "Pons - La Flow Vélo par Brives-sur-Charente"
Circuit Véloroute - "Rayonnantes de Haute-Sain ...

198 m - Pons

Bike / road

Circuit pédestre N°37 - "Château d'Usson"

Circuit pédestre N°37 - "Château d'Usson"
Circuit pédestre N°37 - "Château d'Usson"

729 m - Pons

Walking

Circuit VTC N°18 - Pons Ouest

Circuit VTC N°18 - Pons Ouest
Circuit VTC N°18 - Pons Ouest

747 m - Pons

Bike / road

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Pons

Address

Esplanade du Château,
17800 Pons

Contacts

Phone : 05 17 24 03 47

GPS coordinates

45° 34'45.91"N, 0° 32'57.11"W

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