Rochefort Ocean, between land and sea
Affiliated to the network since 1987, Rochefort, the checkered city, is an invitation to travel that awaits you a few miles from our camping in Saint Palais sur Mer.
Rochefort, city of art and history
Great royal arsenal under Colbert and home port of the frigate Hermione which led La Fayette to America in 1780, Rochefort is a city of Art and History, whose heritage evokes distant voyages, maritime adventures and the prestige of royalty. A multi-faceted destination in the Charente Maritime department, Rochefort is a renowned spa, a historic city with many sites and monuments to visit, and the departure point for the treasures of the Atlantic: the Isle of Aix, the Isle of Madam, or the solitary and famous Fort Boyard. It is the place where the filming of "Les Demoiselles de Rochefort" took place.Rochefort Ocean, a city open to the sea
The port of Rochefort is also the starting point for beautiful boat excursions: the visit of the island of Aix is a must! A real paradise for nature lovers and preserved landscapes, the small island can be discovered on foot, by bike or even by horse-drawn carriage, between the maritime pines and the paths full of hollyhocks. You can also visit the museum dedicated to Napoleon, installed in the house where the emperor lived before his departure for St. Helena. The garden island has an important heritage, including the priory Saint-Martin, the fort Liédot and the battery of Jamblet. In the heart of the village, opposite the church, you can also visit the Maison de la nacre, which honors this specialty of the island. Cruises to the island of Aix are finally an opportunity to approach the famous Fort Boyard and to be told its unusual history.The Royal Corderie of Rochefort
Between land and sea (you can get there by the Charente), Rochefort was chosen by Colbert to host the largest naval arsenal in the Kingdom. The splendid Corderie RoyaleThis rich history is reflected in the completely renovated building. With your family, don't miss the opportunity to discover this mythical place where the strong ropes of the warships were made. Then climb aboard the exact replica of the Hermione and discover its workshops, within the naval arsenal. On the same site, the national museum of the Navy will enlighten you on the history of Rochefort and its maritime vocation. To relax, head for the "accro-mâts", a climbing and aerial adventure area unique in its kind, between the high masts, the vertiginous platforms and the ropes stretched to the sky.Other visits to Rochefort sur Mer
Discover also a rich cultural heritage during your stay in camping Rochefort through these 3 other must-see visits:- The Museum of Art and History, in the former Hôtel Hèbre de Saint-Clément, is the memory of the city and of its privileged relations with the Overseas Territories.
- The House of Pierre Loti, writer and naval officer, invites to exoticism and fantasy.
- The Museum of Ancient Trade, housed in a 1900s building, brings to life the city's rich trading traditions.
