Château de la Roche Courbon, in Saint-Porchaire, Charente-Maritime, is a magnificent Renaissance château, often compared to "Sleeping Beauty's Castle". Built in the 15th century and renovated in the 17th, it is surrounded by superb formal gardens. Guided tours reveal its sumptuous halls, frescoed salons and richly decorated bedrooms, as well as the history of its owners and its architectural evolution. The gardens, a masterpiece of 17th-century French landscaping, feature geometric parterres, elegant fountains and decorative sculptures. The estate also includes prehistoric caves, witness to thousands of years of human history. Cultural events such as concerts and exhibitions regularly enrich this place steeped in history, while the boutique offers authentic souvenirs such as books and gardening items.