Musée National de la Marine Rochefort

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History & Heritage

Musée National de la Marine Rochefort

Rochefort · Charente-Maritime · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

The National Maritime Museum of Rochefort is located in Charente-Maritime and occupies two distinct sites: the Hôtel de Cheusses/Arsenal and the Former Naval Medical School. A national institution dedicated to maritime heritage, it offers collections and exhibitions exploring maritime adventure, with themes including naval history and innovations in submarine technology. The museum provides guided tours, workshops and activities adapted for all audiences, as well as regular programming of exhibitions and cultural events. Accessibility is a priority, with reception and information facilities designed for visitors with disabilities.

Practical information

Opening hours

Today · 10:00–18:00

See the rest of the week
Monday
10:00–19:00
Tuesday
10:00–18:00
Wednesday
10:00–18:00
Thursday
10:00–18:00
Friday
10:00–18:00
Saturday
10:00–18:00

Hours may vary by season. See current hours →

Address

1 Pl. de la Galissonnière

Phone number

+33 5 46 99 86 57

Official website

musee-marine.fr

Getting there

Nearest station

About 20 min walk from station Rochefort (or 5 min by car).

Parking

On-site parking.

Distances and times calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors data · calculated on 2 September 2026

Galleries nearby: Galerie l'Escale (19.0 km), Galerie Aziyade (19.2 km).

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