Fouras is not only a family resort, it is also a place to visit at any time of the year.Fouras is not only a quiet family resort, a little off the beaten track and away from the big tourist centres.It is also a place to visit at any time of the year and one that we recommend to all those who stay in Charente-Maritime, whether it is South of the river Charente or North.Fouras is 15 km away from Rochefort, 30 km from La Rochelle and 55 km from Royan.The inhabitants are called "Fourasins" but when pronouncing the name of the town, the ...
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Rochefort sur Mer
Less than 50 km North of Royan, Rochefort is worth a visit for its unique maritime heritage.This "new town" from the middle of the 17th century is easily reached, thanks to the viaduct on the Charente, in service since 1991, the town is built downstream on the left bank in a bend of the river.From the viaduct, upstream, the old aerial ferry of Martrou, a masterpiece of metal architecture built in 1900, is clearly visable, originally built for crossing the river without disturbing the navigation.The origin of a "New Town"In ...
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