Type of activity: historical guided tour
Theme: Lafayette and the American War of Independence
Location: Rochefort
Audience: adults, families, history enthusiasts, spa visitors, and tourists
Language: French
What to bring: comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
Step into the remarkable life of Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, one of the most fascinating figures of the 18th century, famously known as the “Hero of Two Worlds.”
As a young and passionate aristocrat devoted to the ideals of liberty, Lafayette left Rochefort to support the American insurgents in their fight for independence. It was from this historic port that he sailed aboard the famous frigate Hermione, a powerful symbol of France’s support for the American cause.
During this guided tour, you will discover the key moments of his extraordinary life and understand how he witnessed and influenced major historical events:
the Age of Enlightenment, the fall of the monarchy, the French Revolution, the Napoleonic Empire, and the Restoration.
Throughout his life, Lafayette remained deeply committed to the ideals of freedom and human rights.
Will you embark on this journey with him?
The adventure is well worth it.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Bring a hat, sunglasses and a bottle of water in case of extreme heat.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour in front of the Corderie Royale fountain, opposite Les Longitudes restaurant.
