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Ré Island

The guide was updated: 2023-10-27

If you don’t feel comfortable on a boat, you may want to rent a bike and go to the Ré Island on an excursion. The island is linked to La Rochelle with a 3-kilometres toll bridge. Enjoy the empty beaches, sensational Atlantic sunsets and delicious seafood on this beautiful island! Don´t miss the lighthouse called "Whales Lighthouse" and enjoy the breathtaking view on the top.

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Address: Île de Ré, La Rochelle
Website: www.iledere.com

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The Three Towers of La Rochelle

The Three Towers of La Rochelle

The three 14th and 15th century towers dominate the port area of the city and are architectural symbols of La Rochelle as a strong opponent of state power in the past. You can visit the towers for great panoramic views and some sightseeing! Don´t forget to bring your camera!

New World Museum

New World Museum

The New World Museum gathers collections of art and historical artifacts of La Rochelle. At this unique museum you can follow the past of the city through many different objects such as paintings, ancient maps and nautical objects, art pieces and sculptures.

The Maritime Museum

The Maritime Museum

The Maritime Museum is located in the heart of La Rochelle. Here you will find everything concerning the shipping and fishing industry and the maritime history of the city. At this museum you can also go on guided tours and ask questions to former sailors.

The Ocean

The Ocean

From La Rochelle you can go on a boat that takes you to beautiful Ré, Aix and Oléron islands, viewing or stopping by the famous Fort Boyard on the way. Many organized or private tours as well as nautical activities such as sailing are available. One company who takes you to Fort Boyard including Aix and Oleron Island is Croisières Navipromer:

Ré Island

Ré Island

If you don’t feel comfortable on a boat, you may want to rent a bike and go to the Ré Island on an excursion. The island is linked to La Rochelle with a 3-kilometres toll bridge. Enjoy the empty beaches, sensational Atlantic sunsets and delicious seafood on this beautiful island! Don´t miss the lighthouse called "Whales Lighthouse" and enjoy the breathtaking view on the top.

La Rochelle Aquarium

La Rochelle Aquarium

In La Rochelle you can find one of the largest European aquariums, featuring some 10,000 creatures from the Atlantic, the Mediterranean and even the Tropics! La Rochelle Aquarium is also a centre for the protection of marine species and also a centre for marine studies.

Fouras

Fouras

If you are staying in La Rochelle and want to go on a day trip, Fouras is a small coastal town that is located south from the port. There you can find beautiful beaches, restaurants and piers. You can also reach the famous Fort Boyard by ferry from there.

Plage de Chatelaillon

Plage de Chatelaillon

Plage de Chatelaillon is a popular beach resort located south of the La Rochelle's city centre. Enjoy your day here walking along the seaside on this long stretch of golden sand. In the evening you can have a nice dinner in one of the cosy restaurants.

Cathedrale St-Louis

Cathedrale St-Louis

This Roman Catholic cathedral is a national monument of France since 1906 and can be found in the city centre and is definitely worth a visit. Cathedrale St-Louis is truly majestic and inside you can find many masterpieces, beautiful stained glass and side chapels.

Bunker La Rochelle

Bunker La Rochelle

In 1941, the La Rochelle Bunker was built by the German occupants in secrecy. Today the bunker is a museum that traces back to the period of the Second World War in La Rochelle. In the museum you can see photos, videos, military artefacts and much more.

Musee des Beaux-Arts

Musee des Beaux-Arts

The Museum of Fine Arts (Beaux-Arts in French) of la Rochelle has a rich collection of art works. The beautiful museum is located in the centre of town and is well worth a visit. Here you can find art works by Eugene Fromentin, William Bouguereau and Camille Corot.

Altitudes Parachutisme

Altitudes Parachutisme

If you are feeling adventurous, contact Altitudes Parachutisme. They are located right next to the airport and offers both solo and tandem skydiving. This will for sure be an experience, combining amazing view over the spectacular coast as getting an adrenaline rush!

The Musée des Automates

The Musée des Automates

The Musée des Automates is a small museum, showing 300 automated dolls from the last two centuries including life-size figures and a full-size re-creation of a street in Montmartre with shops displaying automatons in motion in their windows. In the second museum, Musée des Modèles Réduits, next door, they display models of boats, trains and cars.

Grand Roue La Rochelle

Grand Roue La Rochelle

Take a ride in the big wheel and enjoy a panorama view of La Rochelle. Day and night, you will enjoy a beautiful view of the city and its surroundings. Just make sure to bring the camera with you and take some beautiful shoots of the city.

Chapelle Notre-Dame de l'Esperance

Chapelle Notre-Dame de l'Esperance

Visit the traditional Latin Mass chapelle, similar to its bigger sister in Paris. This church is small, quiet and rarely full of tourists and is conveniently located in the centre of La Rochelle. A place where to get some peace of mind while admiring the interior, especially the stained glass windows.

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