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La Rochelle is a harbour town situated in the west of France. Ryanair offers flights from Dublin Airport to La Rochelle Airport. The airport is located eight kilometres from the city of La Rochelle.
The city centre of La Rochelle is situated right on the harbour. Here you will see lots of boats and yachts in a picturesque setting with two tall stone towers at the entrance. Saint Nicolas Tower stands at forty two metres high and resembles a little castle while the Chain Tower contains an exhibit detailing the journey many French immigrants took to Canada.
There are a variety of options when eating out in La Rochelle. The town really comes to life in the evening time when the streets become busy with people sitting out for a meal. There is also plenty of street entertainment. If you want to really treat yourself then head for the Rue St Jean Du Perot where there is a real melting pot of food types on offer. Being a harbor town, the fish is highly recommended in La Rochelle.
Shopping enthusiasts won’t be disappointed in La Rochelle. All the top French brands can be found here. Les Galaries Lafayette house is well worth a stop. The market is a great place to find some traditional French food for sale. Here you will find fresh fruit and vegetables as well as local cheeses and meats. There are plenty of shopping treats to be found when exploring La Rochelle.
If you are planning a day trip in your La Rochelle car hire then a visit to the market should have you well stocked up for a picnic stop in the French countryside. The town of Marans is twenty kilometres drive from La Rochelle and is certainly worth considering for a visit. Marins is a lovely spot for a stroll and a picnic. Garden and nature enthusiasts will find much to admire here. Wine lovers will want to visit the nearby Cognac vineyards.
In April the La Rochelle International Film Festival takes place while in November there is a Gastronomy Fair.