La Rochelle (UK: / ˌlæ rɒˈʃɛl /, US: / ˌlɑː roʊˈʃɛl /, French: [la ʁɔʃɛl] ⓘ; Poitevin-Saintongeais: La Rochéle) is a city on the west coast of France and a seaport on the Bay of Biscay, a part of the Atlantic Ocean. It is the capital of the Charente-Maritime department.

2021年4月23日 · The island connects to La Rochelle by bridge, and is a dream in the summer, with rural lanes, picturesque harbours and long golden sandy beaches. As with La Rochelle the terrain is easy-going for cyclists, and two wheels might be the best way of reaching the many sights and beaches.

2025年1月13日 · La Rochelle, city, Atlantic seaport and capital of Charente-Maritime département, Nouvelle-Aquitaine région, western France, situated on an inlet opposite Ré Island. The city, which has straight, regular streets, a large park, and shady promenades on the sites of its old fortifications, grew considerably after 1946, especially to the west.

Located on the Bay of Biscay, La Rochelle’s history mostly involved the sea; today it has a large pleasure-boat marina. Thus its heart is the picturesque "Vieux Port" ("Old Harbor"). The city retains a rich architectural heritage, and has an aquarium, attractive gardens and a …

One of France's foremost seaports from the 14th to 17th centuries, the city has arcaded walkways, half-timbered houses protected from the salt air by slate tiles, ghoulish gargoyles and a fabulous collection of lighthouses – all rich reminders of its magnificent seafaring heritage.

La Rochelle is one of a number of provincial French cities that escaped the ravages of the 19th and 20th centuries, and have conserved their historic centres. While a new city has grown up round it, the historic centre of La Rochelle, standing on the edge of …

2024年7月23日 · Located in the Charente Maritime, La Rochelle is the gateway to the French Atlantic. Its harbor is famous for great seafood, beautiful scenery, and, of course, the legendary Knights Templar, who had a base at this port.

Located on the Bay of Biscay, La Rochelle’s history has mostly involved the sea, and today it has a large pleasure boat marina. Thus, its heart is the picturesque "Vieux Port" ("Old Harbour"). The city retains a rich architectural heritage, and has an aquarium, attractive gardens and a natural-history museum.

France This Way review: La Rochelle is certainly among the most attractive port towns of France, and a very pleasant place to visit and to pass a few days as well as having easy access (by car) from the beach resorts and villages of the Ile-de-Ré.

La Rochelle's historic port is loved by visitors. Old towers watch over the harbor, where history and adventure are found. This French coastal city mixes charm and energy, drawing tourists from everywhere.