What are the key markets in La Rochelle?

The markets of La Rochelle offer you a fabulous culinary and artisanal journey. Discover the delicious local products and enjoy the lively and friendly atmosphere prevailing under the halls and in the streets on market days!

La Rochelle market halls: a must-see in the region

The traditional market is located in the city center, near the iconic monuments, shops and main museums of La Rochelle. Built in the 19th century on the site of the city's first meat market, its structure made of glass, brick and wrought iron does not go unnoticed.

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Inside, the market gardeners, butchers, pork butchers, fishmongers, oyster farmers, cheesemakers, bakers and caterers from La Rochelle offer you products that are more delicious than the others to fill your basket or to taste on site... Regional wines and spirits are not to be outdone: pineau des Charentes and Cognac are prominently displayed on the stands, let yourself be tempted by a tasting!

The central market is open every day from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. And every Wednesday and Saturday morning, the Forains market takes up residence in the neighboring streets: rue Thiers, rue Gambetta and rue de la Forme. You will find many food stands as well as non-food stalls and artisanal creations. Enough to satisfy all your shopping desires!

Parking in downtown La Rochelle is not the easiest. However, free parking spaces are available at the Minimes port (near La Rochelle Aquarium or the Maritime Museum of La Rochelle). From there, several city buses will take you to your destination. If you arrive by train, La Rochelle station is less than a 20-minute walk away: this lovely walk will give you the opportunity to stroll through the historic center before doing your shopping, an activity to do absolutely in La Rochelle.

Pallice market: a gourmet and family-friendly rendezvous

Are you on a weekend in the white city? Head west of the city to discover the very popular Pallice market! Not far from the Marcel Deflandre stadium and Chef de baie (one of the most beautiful beaches of La Rochelle), this family market offers stands of local fruit and vegetable producers, superb stalls of fish and seafood as well as a choice of meats and cooked dishes. It extends along the boulevard du Maréchal Lyautey. You will also find peddlers selling clothing, accessories and everyday objects.

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The Pallice market takes place every Sunday morning, between 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. To get there, car or city bus are good options.

Note: the Pallice district is a 5-minute drive from La Rochelle-île de Ré airport.

La Rochelle market: specialties to taste

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Right in the city center or near the main traffic routes, choose the accommodation that suits you and enjoy all the B&B HOTELS services: a comfortable room with high-end bedding, private bathroom, flat screen TV with a variety of channels (perfect for your TV tray evenings), free Wi-Fi connection, etc. In the morning, our all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet will delight both young and old gourmets...

Close to the best restaurants in La Rochelle, museums and main performance halls and entertainment venues, we offer you an ideal base for your business or leisure trips. Are you visiting La Rochelle with your little tribe? Opt for a family room: more spacious, this type of accommodation can accommodate up to 4 people. We provide a baby bed free of charge upon request at the reception. Don't feel like going out to dinner? Our hoteliers and their partners offer traditional dishes in jars to be enjoyed on site. A microwave is available for self-service to heat your dishes or meals for your toddler.

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