The Old Port with two towers

The Old Port is notable for its two medieval towers, placed at the entrance. Facing them, a "big clock" is one of the iconic figures of the place. It was widely used between the seventeenth and the eighteenth century, trade with the colonies.
Vieux port de la rochelle


Wearing date of the thirteenth century, and was once fortified. They served to defend La Rochelle during the Hundred Years War. Wearing overlooks Maubec channel. At night you can see the red light and green light to light up the towers.

Today, they are rather pleasure boats and yachts. It's also a place where locals and tourists like to walk at night for a drink or to eat. It is also bordered by cinemas, theaters and concert halls.

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