Old Cognac & Saint-Léger Church
Vieux Cognac & Église Saint-Léger
Stone-paved alleys, half-timbered old houses, and walls blackened by the 'angels' share.' The Romanesque Church of Saint-Léger and the Porte Saint-Jacques gate are landmarks.
The old town stretches from the two round towers of the Porte Saint-Jacques to the castle and the Church of Saint-Léger. Along the stone-paved lanes stand merchant residences from the 15th to 18th centuries. The black fungus on the walls is nourished by the cognac that evaporates from the barrels, known as the 'angels' share.' The Church of Saint-Léger was begun in the 12th century, and its Romanesque facade and Gothic bell tower coexist. Entry is free. Walking along the Grande Rue for about 1 hour connects the gates, the castle, the church and several cognac houses. There is a market on weekends.
Opening hours
All day; church approx. 09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Martell Cognac House
- Château de Cognac (Baron Otard)
- Gabare Cruise on the Charente
- Musée des Arts du Cognac
- Hennessy Cognac House
- Camus Cognac House
- Rémy Martin Cognac House
- Courvoisier, Jarnac