The town of Ruffec is situated on the Lien River in the quiet countryside to the north-west of the Charente department. A quiet town, Ruffec has maintained a small historical centre around Armes Square and the church.  Armes Square is dominated by its grand Town Hall which was built in the 1830s.

The highlight in Ruffec is the Church of Saint-André, a little lower down the hill from the main square. Built in the roman style, the church dates from the 12th century. 

On the banks of the River Lien there is access to the river, where children can have a paddle.