La Rochelle

La Rochelle

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownLa Rochelle
Insee code17300
Postcode17000
Latitude46.1666645
Longitude-1.1500008
AltitudeFrom 0 to 28 meters
Surface28.43 km²
Population77875 inhabitants
Density2739 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelsL'Houmeau at 2.3 km
DepartmentCharente-MaritimeLagord at 2.3 km
RegionPoitou-CharentesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

La Rochelle is a city with a strong historical identity. It is also a region of great ecological and students.


SIGHTSEEING

Do not miss the old port, hub of the city, where you'll find many terraces where you relax.

Several activities such as "visits" are also available: the aquarium, the natural history museum, the towers, the Maritime Museum ...

In this city to the nautical tradition, with its open port on the hole, it is essential to do a sea tour to visit the famous Fort Boyard more closely approach the coastline of the Isle of Aix, the Ile d'Oleron and Ile de Ré.

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TransportAirport of La Rochelle - Île de Ré,   Seaport of La Rochelle,   Train station of La Rochelle - Ville,   Train station of La Rochelle-Porte Dauphine
Information pointsTourist Office of La Rochelle
Leisure centresAquarium of La Rochelle,   Beach of La Concurrence,   Beach of the Chef de baie,   Beach of the Minimes,   Casino of La Rochelle,   Museum Protestant,   Museum of Fine Art of La Rochelle,   Museum of Natural History of La Rochelle,   Museum of Orbigny Bernon,   Museum of the Nouveau Monde
MonumentsBridge of L'île de Ré,   Castle Vauclair,   Cathedral Saint-Louis,   Fountain of the Pilori,   Lighthouse of the Bout du Monde,   Lighthouse of the Lavardin,   Lighthouse of the Quai Valin,   Prefecture of La Rochelle,   Tower Saint-Nicolas,   Tower of the Chaine,   Tower of the Lanterne,   Town Hall of La Rochelle
Performance hallsCafé-Theatre L'Azile,   Carré Amelot,   Comédie la Rochelle,   Espace Encan,   Exhibition Park of La Rochelle,   La Coursive,   La Sirène,   Le Diane's - Casino Barrière,   Stadium Marcel-Deflandre
Natural sitesHeadland Saint-Marc,   Headland of Chef de Baie,   Headland of the Minimes,   Headland of the Queille,   Headland of the Repentie

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

There are many events La Rochelle. The most famous are probably the Grand Pavois (September), the Francofolies (in July) and the International Film Festival (July).

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La Rochelle International Film FestivalA town in early summer, a curious and enthusiastic audience, and films from all over the world
From 28th June to 7th July 2013
Francofolies in La RochelleA summer showcase for contemporary French song and music
From 12th to 16th July 2013
Great BulwarkInternational floating nautical fair
From 25th to 30th September 2013
Jazz Between the Two TowersAn autumn festival combining passion with discovery
In October 2013

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Horse ride between land and seaNature and the outdoorsFrom 22 € to 260 €La Flotte (14.3 km)
Segway rideNature and the outdoorsFrom 25 € to 45 €Saint-Martin-de-Ré (16.1 km)
Supervised sea kayakingSports sensationsFrom 7 € to 70 €Fouras (21 km)
Sand yachting on Beluga beachSports sensations32 €La Faute-sur-Mer (22 km)
Windsurfing and stand up paddle - lessons and hireSports sensations25 €La Tranche-sur-Mer (29 km)

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PHOTOS
Harbour and the Aquarium of La Rochelle photographed with a drone
 
The Two Towers
The media
 
The Lighthouse at the End of the World photographed using a drone
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WEATHER
Friday 24 May
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Saturday 25 May
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Sunday 26 May
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RESTAURANTS 
Le Bistrot Baroque  
8.7
La Rochelle
Le Bistrot Baroque, located in the city center of La Rochelle, offers to share a meal in a most refined. The room displays warm colors and wooden furniture. Side menu, you can enjoy...
Located in La Rochelle29 € per person 
Les Orchidées  
8
La Rochelle
Located just steps from the covered market of La Rochelle, Les Orchidées welcomes you in a semi-contemporary with a collection of rare orchids. Chef and owner, Stéphane Hottlet invites...
Located in La Rochelle34 € per person 
Iséo - Bistrot de la Mer  
8.8
La Rochelle
IDEAL LOCATION - Want to take full buds? Discover or rediscover a fabulous La Rochelle restaurant Iséo - Bistrot de la Mer is fully secured, just steps from the Old Port. Cradle between...
Located in La Rochelle19 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La Rivagerie  
Lagord
Near La Rochelle, Lagord (rue de la Butte) The Rivagerie, 5 minutes by car from the city center and the Ile de Ré. In a peaceful garden overlooking terrace with garden furniture, sun...
Located 2.8 km from La RochelleFrom 70 € to 80 € the double room 
Grelier Deschamps  
La Jarne
10 minutes from La Rochelle and Chatelaillon beach, two independent cottages and quiet bungalow in an enclosed garden with pool;
Located 7.8 km from La RochelleFrom 55 € to 63 € the double room 
La Champenoise  
Rivedoux-Plage
Cottages on the Isle of Ré Plage Rivedoux first village of the island just 5 km from the Rochelle. Chambres with bathroom and independent toilet very quiet neighborhood terrace 300...
Located 9.8 km from La Rochelle70 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Studio
La Rochelle
Studio all equipped with balcony, close to amenities. 2 km from the center of La Rochelle, 1 km from the beach.
Located in La RochelleFrom 180 € to 350 € per week 
Maison, jardin, calme, près La Rochelle
Aytré
It is a house of 40 sqm not adjoining to 4 people, with a private entrance to park the car in the courtyard. The landscaped garden (160 m²) is fully enclosed and has a wooden terrace...
Located 4.8 km from La RochelleFrom 440 € to 650 € per week 
Le clos rochelais  
9.9
  SPECIAL OFFER
La Jarne
Clos La Rochelle is open from 1 May to 15 in octobre. Calme provides independent villa near owner's home built in 1787. Ideal location for families with children, park closed and trees...
Located 7.4 km from La RochelleFrom 490 € to 950 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping du Moulin    
7.9
Salles-sur-Mer
Municipal campsite where nature has preserved its charm. Quiet and shady site situated 5 minutes from the beach, 10 minutes from La Rochelle and nearby islands of Ré, Oléron, Aix and...
Located 9.9 km from La Rochelle12.50 € per day 
Aigrefeuille la taillee    
7.7
Aigrefeuille-d'Aunis
Aigrefeuille is located 20 minutes from La Rochelle, 15 minutes from the beach in Chatelaillon, very shady family camping, playgrounds, tennis, laundry, fishing lake and 5 min, shops...
Located 17.6 km from La Rochelle14.50 € per day 
L'Abri-Cotier    
9.2
  SPECIAL OFFER
Saint-Nazaire-sur-Charente
Camping ideally located for exploring the Charente Maritime near La Rochelle, Marennes and the island of Oleron, Ile d'Aix, Isle Madame, Fort Boyard for your holidays in a mobile home...
Located 27 km from La RochelleFrom 16.40 € to 20.50 € per day 

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HOTELS
Mercure La Rochelle Vieux Port Sud     
8.1
La Rochelle
Offering a panoramic restaurant with views of the 3 La Rochelle towers, this is a 4-star hotel. It is located in the city centre, in front of the Vieux Port. An LCD TV with satellite...
Located in La RochelleRoom from 71 €
Best Western Masqhotel     
8.7
La Rochelle
The Best Western Masqhotel is a design hotel located a 5-minute walk from La Rochelle’s Vieux Port. It offers contemporary rooms, a lounge bar and free Wi-Fi. Rooms and suites at the...
Located in La RochelleRoom from 87 €
Hotel François 1er     
8.4
La Rochelle
Located in the heart of historic La Rochelle, this hotel is a 5 minute walk from the Old Port and local market. Hotel Francois 1er also offers free Wi-fi and satellite TV in each room....
Located in La RochelleRoom from 50 €

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Charente-Maritime
Privilège L'Escale Marine
Located in La Rochelle, beside Port des Minimes, this residence offers an indoor heated pool and a well being centre with...
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