Mosnac en Charente-Maritime
And a river runs through it…
Located between Pons and Jonzac, 30 minutes from the sea and 1 hour from Bordeaux and Angoulême, Mosnac belongs to the Community of Communes of Haute Saintonge, undoubtedly one of the most preserved and authentic territories of the region. The village is crossed by the Seugne over 7 km, which makes it a popular place for fishermen but not only! The richness of the fauna and flora also makes it a privileged place for nature lovers.
Mosnac Charente Maritime
What to visit
Two heritage sites that you can visit easily from the Demeure du Grand Moulin. The church of Saint Saturnin, next to the village Hall and the chapel of Notre Dame des Champs at the entrance to the village
What to do
Mosnac and the neighbouring villages offer sporting and cultural activities on foot or by bicycle. Would you like to go horse riding or canoeing ? Want to see a film or an exhibition ?
Where to eat
One is a 16th century mill, the other is an old railway station. You will find two restaurants with strong personalities for your gourmet or gastronomic breaks.
Where to have fun
Whether you go for a coffee in a vintage bar or dance the night away, Mosnac and the surrounding area have some unusual places to enjoy yourself without driving too far !
Mosnac Charente Maritime. À partir du XIème siècle la seigneurie de Mosnac est le siège de l’ancienne famille Gartrade, qui détient aussi le chateau de Jonzac. Dès le début du XIVème siècle par des alliances successives, Mosnac et Jonzac reviennent aux Taillefer de Montausierpuis aux Sainte-Maure. Les terres appartiennent encore aux Sainte Maureà la fin du XVIIème, mais passent aux mains de la marquise de Dune au XVIIIème siècle. A la Révolution, elles appartiennent à M. Broussart de Pons. En 1841, le château est démoli et les terres vendues à des particuliers. Le village de Mosnac Charente Maritime abritait autrefois des vestiges pré-romains, dont un menhir de 4,50 mètres de haut et 2 mètres de large. Celui-ci fut renversé en 1851 par les propriétaires du champ dans lequel il reposait