European Heritage Days : Entreprise Remy Babiaud Pianos On Saturday 19 Sep An introduction to the heritage of musical instruments, with a focus on the piano. Rémy Babiaud, a Master Craftsman who has been restoring antique pianos for nearly 30 years, and his team invite you to discover their expertise and passion for both antique and contemporary instruments. He preserve... Rochefort
European Heritage Days: St-Nazaire-sur-Charente Church On Saturday 19 Sep A talk accompanied by a photo presentation on the church’s evolution from its construction to the present day, every 30 minutes Concert in the church: the Jean Deré Choir, conducted by Edwin Flores Saint-Nazaire-sur-Charente
European Heritage Days: Tréville Barracks, entrance pavilion – Maison de l’égalité On Saturday 19 Sep Coffee and a chat: The role of women in architecture Valentine Chaigneau, who has been an architect for around ten years, will speak candidly about her professional experience, the realities of the field and the role of women in architecture. Today, although women now account for 45 per cent of mem... Rochefort
European Heritage Day: The Navy Orphanage – Sub-Prefecture On Saturday 19 Sep A vast building in the neoclassical style, the current sub-prefecture moved into the former Naval Orphanage in 1985; the building was constructed in 1848 by the engineer Antoine Mathieu. Intended to accommodate young girls who had lost their fathers whilst serving in the Navy, as well as widows, the... Rochefort
Youth, Sport and Associations Festival On Saturday 19 Sep Local associations, an Olympic village and entertainment for all await you on 19 September on the west seafront. This 2026 edition will take on an exceptional dimension with the presence of SCOS and its Olympic village, offering many sports initiations: boxing, biathlon, breakdance, ultimate, ar... Fouras
European Heritage Days at Saint-Nazaire-sur-Charente On Saturday 19 Sep During the European Heritage Days, take part in a treasure hunt and discover the village's architectural heritage. Follow the clues with family or friends as they lead you through the streets and the village's most iconic landmarks. At each stop, you'll learn more about the history, architecture, an... Saint-Nazaire-sur-Charente
European Heritage Days at the Musée Hèbre From 19 until 20 September The Hèbre Museum welcomes you to the 42nd European Heritage Days. Housed in a former 18th-century townhouse, renovated in 2006 by the architect Pierre-Louis Faloci, the Hèbre Museum brings together the Museum of Art and History and the Heritage Department. It is home to the Centre for the Inter... Rochefort
European Heritage Day: A tour of the church of Saint-Laurent-de-la-Prée From 19 until 20 September Come and discover this remarkable church, which bears witness to more than a thousand years of history. Its various phases of construction span from the pre-Romanesque period (10th and 11th centuries) through the 13th and 15th centuries, the late Middle Ages and the 17th century. A wonderful oppo... Saint-Laurent-de-la-Prée
European Heritage Days at the Musée National de la Marine From 19 until 20 September Housed in the former commanders’ residence, the National Maritime Museum traces four centuries of maritime history. From the establishment of the naval shipyard in the late 17th century to the development of naval aviation in the 20th century, it recounts the history of the Navy in Rochefort and off... Rochefort
European Heritage Days at the Archaeological Museum of the Old Parish From 19 until 20 September Housed in the former Romanesque church of Notre-Dame, this museum displays archaeological collections from excavations carried out in the region from prehistoric times to the 18th century. It is run by the Rochefort Geographical Society. Exhibition: Joseph-René Bellot (1826–1853), romantic hero o... Rochefort
European heritage days at Rochefort Océan From 19 until 20 September A must-see event in Rochefort Océan: European Heritage Days 2026. The theme for this year's event is ‘Endangered Heritage’. Rochefort
