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The Seas Dockyard

Museum ,  History ,  Military ,  Maritime history in Rochefort
  • Embark on the maritime adventure of the Arsenal des Mers for a day!
    In this natural and heritage setting on the banks of the Charente, discover all the secrets of the maritime adventures that have taken place in Rochefort's arsenal over the last 350 years.
    Today, you're the captain, the coxswain and the sailor!

    At the Corderie Royale, you can try your hand at the skills of the spinners and rope makers, and at the Musée National de la Marine, you can learn all about history from the rich...
    Embark on the maritime adventure of the Arsenal des Mers for a day!
    In this natural and heritage setting on the banks of the Charente, discover all the secrets of the maritime adventures that have taken place in Rochefort's arsenal over the last 350 years.
    Today, you're the captain, the coxswain and the sailor!

    At the Corderie Royale, you can try your hand at the skills of the spinners and rope makers, and at the Musée National de la Marine, you can learn all about history from the rich heritage collections. If you dare, climb the Accro-Mâts, a course up to 30 m high!
  • Environment
    • In centre of town
    • Town location
    • Close to a public transportation
    • Close to pleasure port
    • Overview on river
    • In the historic centre
    • Cycle track/route within 500 m
Services
  • Activities
    • Activity
    • Children's entertainment
    • Concert
    • Temporary exhibition
    • Entertainment evenings
    • Shows
    • Handicrafts workshops
    • Permanent exhibition
    • Plastic arts
    • History
    • Creative hobbies
    • Heritage
  • Equipment
    • Toilets
    • Public WC
    • Car park
    • Parking nearby
  • Services
    • Educational visits
    • Themed tour
    • Shop
    • Booking of general amenities
    • Restaurant
    • Guided tours
Rates
Payment methods
  • Bank/credit card
  • Check
  • Travellers Cheque
  • Cash
  • Online payment
  • Contactless payment
  • Rates
    The Arsenal des Mers brings together various sites and activities:
    L'accro-mâts for children aged 7 and over and Drôle de quai for children aged 3 to 6: €16/adult, €15 for children aged 7 and over, €6 for children aged 3 to 6.
    La Corderie Royale: €10/adult, €8.50 special rate, €6/children aged 6 to 15.
    The Musée National de la Marine: €8/adult, €6 with the privilege card, free for under-26s.
Openings
Openings
  • From January 1, 2026 until January 4, 2026
    Open Everyday
    * Please contact us for more information on the opening times of our sites.