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Vieux Port, La Rochelle

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Must see · Water Body · Nature / Park

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A port since the 13th century, Vieux Port is world famous for its guard towers. In its prime in the 17th and 18th centuries, the port handled close to half of France's colonial trade. Today it attracts tourists from all over the globe. The well-structured port has three public pools. Put Vieux Port into our La Rochelle trip itinerary planning app to see other points of interest to visit during your vacation in La Rochelle.

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By Roel P

La Rochelle is a hidden gem, just 8 hours from the Belgian border. It's got culture, history, a stunning port, etc. There's quite a lot of activities for small kids: there's a large playground, a...

La Rochelle is a hidden gem, just 8 hours from the Belgian border. It's got culture, history, a stunning port, etc. There's quite a lot of activities for small kids: there's a large playground, a... more »
By DJS54

Our short visit to La Rochelle found it just as beautiful as we had been led to believe it was. We went there over the Ascension day holiday period and it was buzzing. It was also just 2 days before..... more

Our short visit to La Rochelle found it just as beautiful as we had been led to believe it was. We went there over the Ascension day holiday period and it was buzzing. It was also just 2 days before..... more »

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