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La Rochelle... an historic town
This millennium city is steeped in historic and urban heritage. La Rochelle is the largest town between the Loire and Gironde.
Capital of the Charente-Maritime, with a population of 76 711, la Rochelle is one of the most beautiful and dynamic towns in France.
Visit the Towers to discover La Rochelle's history and take in a unique panorama. The Tour Saint-Nicolas and the Tour de la Chaîne form the majestic entrance to the Vieux-Port, the Tour de la Lanterne (the oldest lighthouse on the Atlantic coast) still bears graffiti etched into the walls by prisoners across three centuries.
