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Please discover the emblematic places to visit near the hotel :
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| Fort Boyard
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| The Fort Boyard is a key element of the Naval Dockyard of Rochefort which extends all along the estuary of the Charente. If the construction of this fortification on the "Longe de Boyard" was considered as early as the seventeenth century, the project only really started in the course of the 19th century. Built to protect the harbor, the mouth of the Charente and especially the large dockayrd of Rochefort from the assaults of the English navy, it was transformed into a prison a few years after its completion. The fort has been classified as historic monuments since 1950. Since 1990, ... |
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Fort Boyard
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| The Fort Boyard is a key element of the Naval Dockyard of Rochefort which extends all along the estuary of the Charente. If the construction of this fortification on the "Longe de Boyard" was considered as early as the seventeenth century, the project only really started in the course of the 19th century. Built to protect the harbor, the mouth of the Charente and especially the large dockayrd of Rochefort from the assaults of the English navy, it was transformed into a prison a few years after its completion. The fort has been classified as historic monuments since 1950. Since 1990, ... |
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| Aix island
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| The insular charm of a military land: peacefull island, you will discover it on foot, by bicycle or in a carriage. With its fortified village, its coastal batteries, its forts, including the famous Fort Boyard, the island is a place out of time, charming lovers of history and children dreaming of adventures. The only "true" island of Charente-Maritime, Aix Island draws a great pride in its imperial past. Under the First Empire, it was transformed into a fortress island and became the cornerstone of the defense of Rochefort. After a first visit in 1808, the Emperor Napoleon I went to the ... |
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Aix island
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| The insular charm of a military land: peacefull island, you will discover it on foot, by bicycle or in a carriage. With its fortified village, its coastal batteries, its forts, including the famous Fort Boyard, the island is a place out of time, charming lovers of history and children dreaming of adventures. The only "true" island of Charente-Maritime, Aix Island draws a great pride in its imperial past. Under the First Empire, it was transformed into a fortress island and became the cornerstone of the defense of Rochefort. After a first visit in 1808, the Emperor Napoleon I went to the ... |
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| L'Hermione in Rochefort
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| In 1780, the Marquis de La Fayette sailed on the Hermione - a frigate built in the Naval Dockyard of Rochefort a few months earlier - to help the American rebels in their fight for independence. In 1997, a new adventure began in Rochefort. Work on building a replica of the Hermione had begun at the old maritime dockyard, on the same site as the original construction. The shipyard is open everyday, and is a great way to discover how craftsmen such as carpenters, blacksmiths, etc. worked in the 18th century. After 17 years of effort, hundreds of thousands of hours of work, the frigate ... |
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L'Hermione in Rochefort
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| In 1780, the Marquis de La Fayette sailed on the Hermione - a frigate built in the Naval Dockyard of Rochefort a few months earlier - to help the American rebels in their fight for independence. In 1997, a new adventure began in Rochefort. Work on building a replica of the Hermione had begun at the old maritime dockyard, on the same site as the original construction. The shipyard is open everyday, and is a great way to discover how craftsmen such as carpenters, blacksmiths, etc. worked in the 18th century. After 17 years of effort, hundreds of thousands of hours of work, the frigate ... |
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| Guided tour of Rochefort
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| The visit tells the history of the different cemeteries (Navy and civilian), reveals astonishing evocation of the city's past, of the Naval Dockyard and the needs of burial places following the times, by the discovery of funerary monuments. Meeting at the house of the curist. Booking at the Hotel Hèbre de Saint-Clément: 05 46 82 91 60 In french only. Address :Porte de l'Arsenal - 17300 RochefortTél. 05 46 82 91 60Web : www.ville-rochefort.fr Tourist Office :Tél. 05 46 99 08 60Web : www.rochefort-ocean.com |
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Guided tour of Rochefort
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| The visit tells the history of the different cemeteries (Navy and civilian), reveals astonishing evocation of the city's past, of the Naval Dockyard and the needs of burial places following the times, by the discovery of funerary monuments. Meeting at the house of the curist. Booking at the Hotel Hèbre de Saint-Clément: 05 46 82 91 60 In french only. Address :Porte de l'Arsenal - 17300 RochefortTél. 05 46 82 91 60Web : www.ville-rochefort.fr Tourist Office :Tél. 05 46 99 08 60Web : www.rochefort-ocean.com |
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| National Marine Museum
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| Located in the former residence of the Commanders of the Navy, the Hôtel de Cheusses, prior to the creation of the Naval Dockyard was one of the two oldest buildings in Rochefort. The National Marine Museum gathered the most witnesses of the precious stroy of the Naval Dockyard of Rochefort, from its creation in 1666 by Louis XIV until its closure in 1927. Old models of ships and machines, tools, paintings, weapons and many other collections tell a human and collective adventure. The history of the techniques alongside the political stakes, military strategies, the living conditions on ... |
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National Marine Museum
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| Located in the former residence of the Commanders of the Navy, the Hôtel de Cheusses, prior to the creation of the Naval Dockyard was one of the two oldest buildings in Rochefort. The National Marine Museum gathered the most witnesses of the precious stroy of the Naval Dockyard of Rochefort, from its creation in 1666 by Louis XIV until its closure in 1927. Old models of ships and machines, tools, paintings, weapons and many other collections tell a human and collective adventure. The history of the techniques alongside the political stakes, military strategies, the living conditions on ... |
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| Trade port of Rochefort
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| Discover the world of Pierre Loti from his childhood until his last trip with an exceptional collection of his personnal belongings. Information and booking at the Hèbre de Saint-Clément Museum : 05 46 82 91 60. In french only. Address :Maison du CuristeEsplanade Soumet - 17300 RochefortTél. 05 46 82 91 60Web : www.ville-rochefort.fr Tourist Office :Tél. 05 46 99 08 60Web : www.rochefort-ocean.com |
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Trade port of Rochefort
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| Discover the world of Pierre Loti from his childhood until his last trip with an exceptional collection of his personnal belongings. Information and booking at the Hèbre de Saint-Clément Museum : 05 46 82 91 60. In french only. Address :Maison du CuristeEsplanade Soumet - 17300 RochefortTél. 05 46 82 91 60Web : www.ville-rochefort.fr Tourist Office :Tél. 05 46 99 08 60Web : www.rochefort-ocean.com |
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| Museum of the trades of formerly
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| Discover the charm of small shops at the beginning of the century (bistros, hatters, grocery stores, butcher's, and other shops with their products and advertising). Also, an impressive collection of everyday objects engraved in our memories, but no longer seen today.Crédit photo : ® OT Rochefort OceanAddress :12 Rue Lesson - 17300 RochefortTél. 05 46 83 91 50Web : www.museedescommerces.com Tourist Office :Tél. 05 46 99 08 60Web : www.rochefort-ocean.com |
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Museum of the trades of formerly
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| Discover the charm of small shops at the beginning of the century (bistros, hatters, grocery stores, butcher's, and other shops with their products and advertising). Also, an impressive collection of everyday objects engraved in our memories, but no longer seen today.Crédit photo : ® OT Rochefort OceanAddress :12 Rue Lesson - 17300 RochefortTél. 05 46 83 91 50Web : www.museedescommerces.com Tourist Office :Tél. 05 46 99 08 60Web : www.rochefort-ocean.com |
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| Guided tour of Fort Liédot - Aix island
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| Located in the heart of the forest of the island of Aix, 30 minutes from the port, this fortification of the 19th century adorned with its finest stones, invites you for a journey through the galleries of time !For history buffs, choose the guided tour and go back in time for 45 minutes !You can then wander freely in the fort.Booking is recommended.Address :Le Bois - 17123 Île-d'AixTél. 09 66 93 25 72 Tourist Office :Tél. 05 46 99 08 60Web : www.rochefort-ocean.com |
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Guided tour of Fort Liédot - Aix island
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| Located in the heart of the forest of the island of Aix, 30 minutes from the port, this fortification of the 19th century adorned with its finest stones, invites you for a journey through the galleries of time !For history buffs, choose the guided tour and go back in time for 45 minutes !You can then wander freely in the fort.Booking is recommended.Address :Le Bois - 17123 Île-d'AixTél. 09 66 93 25 72 Tourist Office :Tél. 05 46 99 08 60Web : www.rochefort-ocean.com |
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| Corderie Royale in Rochefort
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| At the heart of the Naval Dockyard of the Sun King, you’ll find the Royal Rope Factory, prestigious 374 meters long manufacture built in 1666. For two centuries, the Corderie Royale manufactured the ropes of the Royal Navy's vessels. The International Center of the Sea renovated its museographic space for a unique visiting experience. At the beginning of the visit, an immersive show plunges you into the history of the Corderie Royale. Through the workshops and interactive experiments, discover the primary function of the building, that of the transformation of the material through ... |
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Corderie Royale in Rochefort
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| At the heart of the Naval Dockyard of the Sun King, you’ll find the Royal Rope Factory, prestigious 374 meters long manufacture built in 1666. For two centuries, the Corderie Royale manufactured the ropes of the Royal Navy's vessels. The International Center of the Sea renovated its museographic space for a unique visiting experience. At the beginning of the visit, an immersive show plunges you into the history of the Corderie Royale. Through the workshops and interactive experiments, discover the primary function of the building, that of the transformation of the material through ... |
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| Abbaye de Trizay
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| Priory of the Order of Saint Benedict founded in the 11th century. A chapter house covered in beautiful vaults of the 8th century, a refectory ....The remains of this Romanesque setting welcomes a Contemporary Art Centre which throughout the year exhibits paintings, sculptures...New in 2017: Discovery tour on the history of the abbey, monasticism in the West and the Chaise Dieu. 3D videos, booklet for your visit, discovery game for children.Address :Abbaye - 17250 TrizayTél. 05 46 82 34 25Web : www.abbayedetrizay17.fr Tourist Office :Tél. 05 46 99 08 60Web : ... |
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Abbaye de Trizay
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| Priory of the Order of Saint Benedict founded in the 11th century. A chapter house covered in beautiful vaults of the 8th century, a refectory ....The remains of this Romanesque setting welcomes a Contemporary Art Centre which throughout the year exhibits paintings, sculptures...New in 2017: Discovery tour on the history of the abbey, monasticism in the West and the Chaise Dieu. 3D videos, booklet for your visit, discovery game for children.Address :Abbaye - 17250 TrizayTél. 05 46 82 34 25Web : www.abbayedetrizay17.fr Tourist Office :Tél. 05 46 99 08 60Web : ... |
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| Fort Vauban in Fouras-les-Bains
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| Over the 11th century, Fouras castle was erected to control the Charente estuary and institute a toll. A key element in the Charente's defense system, Fort Vauban hosts in its donjon the regional history museum, a duly listed "Musée de France". Ten rooms present the town's history, its environment, and - more specifically - its maritime, military and seaside past. Crédit photos : Marie-Françoise BouffletAddress :Fort VaubanEsplanade de la Légion d'Honneur - 17450 Fouras-les-BainsTél. 05 46 84 15 23Web : www.musee-fouras.fr Tourist Office ... |
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Fort Vauban in Fouras-les-Bains
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| Over the 11th century, Fouras castle was erected to control the Charente estuary and institute a toll. A key element in the Charente's defense system, Fort Vauban hosts in its donjon the regional history museum, a duly listed "Musée de France". Ten rooms present the town's history, its environment, and - more specifically - its maritime, military and seaside past. Crédit photos : Marie-Françoise BouffletAddress :Fort VaubanEsplanade de la Légion d'Honneur - 17450 Fouras-les-BainsTél. 05 46 84 15 23Web : www.musee-fouras.fr Tourist Office ... |
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| Guided tour of Fort Enet in Fouras-les-Bains
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| It takes about 2 hours to visit Fort Enet, which was built in the 19th century to help protect the Bay of the Aix Island and was finally converted into a prison. It is advisable to wear appropriate shoes or boots. Guided tour :Surrounded by water at high tide, you reach the Fort Enet by a pass (1.6 km) which is uncovered at low tide. Inside the fort you will discover the "soldiers' room", the communal cells, the shooting platforms, the ammunition bunker, the casemates, ... Be sure to wear boots or water resistant shoes, bring a flashlight and binoculars if you can. Meeting at Pointe ... |
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Guided tour of Fort Enet in Fouras-les-Bains
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| It takes about 2 hours to visit Fort Enet, which was built in the 19th century to help protect the Bay of the Aix Island and was finally converted into a prison. It is advisable to wear appropriate shoes or boots. Guided tour :Surrounded by water at high tide, you reach the Fort Enet by a pass (1.6 km) which is uncovered at low tide. Inside the fort you will discover the "soldiers' room", the communal cells, the shooting platforms, the ammunition bunker, the casemates, ... Be sure to wear boots or water resistant shoes, bring a flashlight and binoculars if you can. Meeting at Pointe ... |
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Hotel 2 stars in Rochefort-sur-Mer • Charming hotel in the city center of Rochefort • Hotel ** near the Corderie Royale, the Hermione, the Pierre Loti's house and the Navy Museum • Hotel rooms in the city center of Rochefort • Charming hotel near Fouras-les-Bains, La Rochelle, Chatelaillon-Plage ... • Hotel with a seminar room in Rochefort • Hotel near the spa treatment place of Rochefort • Hotel near the shops and restaurants in the city center of Rochefort • Hotel near the Place Colbert ... |
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