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Bourg-Charente to Oradour-sur-Glane

Updated: March 28, 2024 12:19 AM
Oradour-sur-Glane

Bourg-Charente to Oradour-sur-Glane


Language

The official language of both Bourg-Charente and Oradour-sur-Glane is French.

Currency

The official currency of both Bourg-Charente and Oradour-sur-Glane is the Euro (€).

Distance

The distance between Bourg-Charente and Oradour-sur-Glane is approximately 100 kilometers (62 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Oradour-sur-Glane from Bourg-Charente:

  • By car: The drive takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  • By train: There is no direct train service between Bourg-Charente and Oradour-sur-Glane. You can take a train from Bourg-Charente to Angoulême, and then transfer to a bus to Oradour-sur-Glane. The journey takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes.
  • By bus: There is a direct bus service between Bourg-Charente and Oradour-sur-Glane. The journey takes about 2 hours.

Expenses

The cost of getting from Bourg-Charente to Oradour-sur-Glane will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose:

  • By car: The cost of petrol will vary depending on the price of fuel at the time of your travel. You can use a fuel calculator to estimate the cost.
  • By train: The cost of a train ticket from Bourg-Charente to Angoulême is approximately €15. The cost of a bus ticket from Angoulême to Oradour-sur-Glane is approximately €10.
  • By bus: The cost of a bus ticket from Bourg-Charente to Oradour-sur-Glane is approximately €20.

Best Time to Go

The best time to visit Oradour-sur-Glane is during the spring or autumn, when the weather is mild and there are fewer tourists.

What to Eat

There are many great places to eat in Oradour-sur-Glane. Here are a few of the most popular dishes:

  • Confit de canard: This is a traditional French dish made with duck legs that have been preserved in their own fat.
  • Truffled potatoes: These potatoes are cooked with truffles, a type of mushroom that is found in the Périgord region of France.
  • Crème brûlée: This is a custard dessert with a caramelised sugar crust.

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in Oradour-sur-Glane. Here are a few of the most popular attractions:

  • The village of Oradour-sur-Glane: This village was destroyed by the Nazis in 1944. The ruins of the village have been preserved as a memorial to the victims of the massacre.
  • The Centre de la Mémoire d'Oradour-sur-Glane: This museum tells the story of the massacre at Oradour-sur-Glane.
  • The Church of Saint-Martin: This church is one of the few buildings in Oradour-sur-Glane that was not destroyed during the massacre.

FAQ

  • Is it possible to visit Oradour-sur-Glane on a day trip from Bourg-Charente? Yes, it is possible to visit Oradour-sur-Glane on a day trip from Bourg-Charente. The journey takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes by car.
  • Is there a dress code for visiting Oradour-sur-Glane? Yes, it is important to dress respectfully when visiting Oradour-sur-Glane. This means avoiding shorts, tank tops, and other revealing clothing.
  • Is there an entrance fee for visiting Oradour-sur-Glane? No, there is no entrance fee for visiting Oradour-sur-Glane.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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