Location and directions
The Old Shades (Les Vieilles Ombres) is situated in the ancient village of Bagnizeau, which derives its name from the fact that around here, 2000 years ago, the Roman legions used the banks of the River Antenne as a natural bathing area. Please use the handy interactive location map below to show routes.
Les Vieilles Ombres
14 Rue Haute, 17160, Bagnizeau, France
Please contact us, call or email for directions, Telephone: (+33) 6 44 321522 Email: lesvieillesombres@gmail.com
Full location maps and detailed directions also available on Google Maps
Good to know and useful information
Tourist Board
Destination Cognac
Provides comprehensive details on attractions, accommodations, events, and more in the Cognac region.
www.destination-cognac.com
BNIC
The Bureau National Interprofessionnel du Cognac (BNIC) offers insights into Cognac’s heritage and production.
www.cognac.fr/en/
Nouvelle-Aquitaine Tourism
For broader regional information, the Nouvelle-Aquitaine Tourism site features sections dedicated to Cognac.
www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com
Local Airports
Nantes Atlantique Airport
120 minutes away
La Rochelle Airport
65 minutes away
Poitiers–Biard Airport
65 minutes away
Bordeaux – Mérignac Airport
95 minutes away
Limoges Airport
120 minutes away
Nearest Ports
St Malo Ferry Port Information & Guide
www.brittany-ferries.co.uk
Port of Caen-Ouistreham
www.portsdenormandie.fr/en/
Cherbourg Port
www.cherbourg-port.fr
Port of Calais
www.portboulognecalais.fr/en/