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city guide
Greater La Rochelle Tourist Information Centre
GREATER LA ROCHELLE
and the surrounding area
By the Atlantic Ocean, facing Ile de Ré, Ile d'Aix and
Ile d'Oléron, Greater La Rochelle welcomes you to the
department of Charente-Maritime. Come aboard for a
unique journey. Discover amazing heritage and historical
sites, rare coastal landscapes, a friendly atmosphere and
remarkable sights!
Travel back in time by visiting architectural jewels.
Follow in the footsteps of the great figures who contributed
to La Rochelle’s history. Museums and attractions open
their doors to you, sharing their rich, prestigious collections,
surprising and often moving.
Enjoy the ocean breeze, cycling or walking along marked
trails. Ideal for getting a lungful of fresh sea air. Parks
and gardens harmoniously line the ocean landscape,
taking you from land to sea making for stunning scenery,
ideal for dreaming and relaxing.
Discover calm, traditional ports along the coast and
explore the surrounding area on the many marked trails.
Visit La Rochelle aquarium and venture to the heart
of the to discover the extraordinary wealth of marine
biodiversity! Head for the open sea for unforgettable
memories, discovering islands and coastlines. Discover
rare expertise and traditions like mussel farming and
cognac production.
Terraces around the Vieux Port, La Rochelle’s historical
port, to the small, lively squares, gourmet restaurants,
delicious fare in the markets, shops and craft workshops,
strolling about, festive events... a destination with a
unique atmosphere.
It’s time to start planning your trip! This guide
features good deals with special themes, tips
and great ideas. Everything you need to plan
the perfect stay!
Getting to Rochelle
BY TRAIN:
High-speed train (TGV) Paris/La Rochelle 3hr
Only 2hr 30min from summer 2017 when
the new high-speed line (LGV) opens!
Direct trains from Nantes and Bordeaux
with the Intercité service
SNCF national train company - Tel. 3635
www.voyages-sncf.fr
BY PLANE:
La Rochelle-Île de Ré Airport
Tel. +33 (0)5 46 42 30 26.
www.larochelle.aeroport.fr
BY ROAD FROM:
Lyon:
650 km
Paris:
467 km
Marseille:
825 km
Nantes:
146 km
Strasbourg:
950 km
Bordeaux:
180 km
Toulouse:
400 km
Practical information
Region:
Nouvelle Aquitaine
Department:
Charente-Maritime
Legal status:
Prefecture
Name of residents:
Rochelais
City population:
79,521 residents
Greater La Rochelle:
164,332 residents
Greater La Rochelle Tourist
Information Centre
You will find us in the heart of town, a stone’s throw
from the Vieux Port opposite the Aquarium. Open all
year round!
Key sights, transport tips, cultural and sports events,
gastronomy, special offers, documents about the area…
Find all the best ideas for an unforgettable stay in
La Rochelle!
And to make your visit that little bit easier, come
to the Tourist Information Centre for ticket sales:
attractions, cruises, activities, guided tours, La Rochelle
City Pass, etc.
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FOLLOW THE GUIDE
“La Rochelle Tour”
- your personal guide!
City tours, what to do, where to eat, going out ...
This app has all the information you need for an enjoyable
visit to our city!
Free app available for iPhone
(App Store) and
Android
(Google Play).
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE
OPENING HOURS
FROM NOVEMBER TO FEBRUARY
Outside School Holidays
From Tuesday to Saturday: 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm
Closed Sundays and Mondays
During School Holidays
From Monday to Saturday: 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 6pm
Sundays and public holidays: 10am to 1pm
Closed 25th December and 1st January
MARCH AND OCTOBER:
From Tuesday to Saturday: 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 6pm
Public holidays: 10am to 1pm
Closed Sundays and Mondays except for October school holidays:
Sundays: 10am to 1pm
Mondays: 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 6pm
APRIL/MAY/JUNE AND SEPTEMBER:
From Monday to Saturday: 9am to 6pm.
Sundays and public holidays: 9am to 5pm
JULY AND AUGUST:
From Monday to Sunday: 9am to 7pm
ANNUAL CLOSURE FROM 2ND TO 8TH JANUARY 2017
Greater La Rochelle Tourist Information Centre:
2 quai Georges Simenon - Le Gabut - 17000 La Rochelle Cedex 01
Tel: +33 (0) 5 46 41 14 68 - accueil@larochelle-tourisme.com
www.larochelle-tourisme.com
Contents
Calendar
Major events in La Rochelle
On the bill in 2017!
Temporary exhibitions
P2-3
P4
P5
Make the most of La Rochelle
La Rochelle with your family
La Rochelle at low prices
La Rochelle in bad weather
La Rochelle and disability
La Rochelle without a car
Lifestyle
&
gastronomy
Restaurants
Regional products
Delicious treats
Going out
P24-28
Shopping
Boutiques and designers
Nearby La Rochelle
Ile de Ré, Ile d'Oléron and Ile d'Aix
Charente-Maritime
Aunis Marais Poitevin
Visit the Cognac cellars
Nouvelle Aquitaine region
Deux-Sèvres and Vendée
Practical information
La Rochelle City Pass
NEW!
Transport
Car parks
Useful addresses and services
Maps
P47
P48
P49
P50
P51
P53-61
P62-63
P63
P64
P65-66
P68-70
P71-74
P75-78
P79
P80
P81
P82
P83
P84
P86
P92-95
Discover La Rochelle
La Rochelle - a thousand years of history P7
Heritage sights
P8-10
Walking tours
P11-16
Guided tours and activities
P17
Discover Greater
La Rochelle
Museums, sights
&
attractions
P18-23
Water sports
&
seaside activities
Beaches
P30
Tide times
P31-32
Boat trips
P33-35
Sailing
P36-37
Water sports and sea fishing
P38
Outdoor activities
&
relaxation
Parks and gardens
Bike hire
Discovery days out and activities
Wellness
Sports & leisure activities
P40
P41
P42-43
P43
P44-46
To guide you...
THE WATCHMAN:
signifies an activity, place
or information accessible to the young public.
VELO FRANCETTE®:
Establishments and places which bear the Vélo
Francette® mark have obtained the Accueil Vélo©
(Cyclists Welcome) mark and are located less than
5 km from a Vélo Francette® cycle route.
VELODYSSÉE®:
Establishments and places which bear the
Vélodyssée® mark have obtained the Accueil
Vélo© mark and are located less than 5km
from the Vélodyssée® cycling route (EuroVelo 1).
ACCUEIL VÉLO© (CYCLISTS WELCOME):
Accueil Vélo© is a mark identifying establishments
and places suitable for cycling tourism, with
suitable facilities and services.
TOURISM AND HANDICAP:
A national label. The ‘Tourism and Handicap’
label guarantees visitors with special needs
reliable and comprehensive information on
the accessibility of leisure and holiday facilities,
whatever their impairment.
Hearing
Mental
Motor
Visual
Pets welcome
All the establishments mentioned in this guide are partners
of the Greater La Rochelle Tourist Information Centre
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