Avy, Charente-Maritime

Avy is a West commune with 470 inhabitants (as of 1 January 2011 ) in the department of Charente -Maritime in the Poitou -Charentes.

Location

Avy is located about 35 meters above sea level. inst at a distance of about 25 km ( driving distance ) south-east of Saintes in the cultural landscape of the Saintonge. The capital of the canton, Pons is located about six miles northwest. Other cities with impressive Romanesque churches are just a few kilometers away: Pérignac, Bougneau, Échebrune, Chadenac, Biron, Marignac et al.

Demographics

Since the first census in France in 1793, the population of the village has remained largely stable.

Economy

The agriculture ( grain and wine) still plays the largest role in the economy of the small community, which belongs to the wine-growing region of Cognac Fins Bois in the region. In the 1970s and 1980s, the rental cottages ( gîtes ) is added as a source of income of the village.

History

About the history of Avy specific information is not published. However, the history of the site is likely to be closely linked with that of Saintes and Pons.

Attractions

Church of Notre -Dame

Other

Other sites of cultural or historical interest does not exist in Avy. The nearby vineyards invite but too short walks or longer hikes.