Circuit des Remparts, Angoulême FRANCE
CLUB TOUR
Drive to South West France for this amazing motoring festival From £2,299* Per Person
Circuit des Remparts
Join fellow members on a superb drive to South West France to the amazing ‘Circuit des Remparts’ event in Angoulême. This motoring festival takes place over the third weekend in September; to include a non-competitive rally around the stunning Charente countryside, famous for its Cognac vineyards and distilleries. The weekend culminates with the racing that takes place on the closed streets of Angoulême, on the 1.5 km circuit which has remained unchanged since the 1930’s, when it was run as a Grand Prix. Drivers such as Trintignant and Fangio have both raced in Angoulême.
Tour Itinerary
Departure Dates
Day 1: Departure & ferry crossing The tour departs from Portsmouth as you board the 20.15 hrs overnight ferry to St Malo. You have cabins reserved on board this night sailing. Day 2: Fontevraud Arrive in St Malo and then take a superb run on fabulous d-roads via interesting towns and pretty countryside down to the overnight hotel in Fontevraud, near the River Loire. Day 3: Angoulême On arrival in Angoulême there is time to relax in the hotel’s pool after the days drive. For those that wish they can join the walking tour of the town to get the lie of the land ahead of the
16th - 22nd September 2026
What’s Included • Return crossing with Brittany Ferries • A large two berth cabin each way • Breakfast stop in Combourg • Overnight stay at the Croix Blanche, Fontevraud on B+B basis • Drinks reception at Croix Blanche • Dinner at the Croix Blanche with wine, water, coffee, tea included • Coffee stop in Pleumartin • Three nights at the St Gelais, Angouleme on a B+B basis • Walking tour of Angouleme • Entry to the Saturday rally with lunch included • Grandstand & Paddock access on race day • Dinner on Sunday evening with wine, water, coffee and tea
weekend’s proceedings. Day 4: Angoulême - Rally
Today the official rally starts this morning for a picturesque run through the Charentais countryside. The routes take you via the Cognac vineyards, distilleries and pretty villages surrounding Angoulême. Day 5: Angoulême - Race Day Today is race day. The cars competing take to the track through the morning for practice to get the best possible grid position for the afternoon races. Day 6: Departure After breakfast at the hotel you can make your way back to the Port of Caen for the overnight sailing departing at 2300 hrs. Your onboard cabin accommodation is reserved for you.
• Detailed roadbook and rally plate • Escorted by an experienced tour manager
*All prices are based on two people in a car sharing a twin/double room. A 10% deposit is required to confirm your booking.
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