Venue and itinerary at the museum
Housed in the Navy Commanders’ urban mansion, the Hôtel de Cheusses (Arsenal) evokes the incredible adventure of this remarkable site, dubbed the "Versailles of the Sea" by Louis XIV.
Presentation
Enlarge image : Hôtel de Cheusses/Arsenal
The Rochefort Arsenal Museum is housed in a historical monument, Hôtel de Cheusses, the city’s oldest civil building. Home of the last lord of Rochefort before Louis XIV’s arrival, it became the Navy Commanders’ residence when the naval dockyard was created in 1666. The collections presented and the building itself bear witness to the outstanding heritage site’s historic adventure.
Itinerary and collection
All facets of military shipbuilding are explored: the history and evolution of the techniques, inventions and experiments that made the Rochefort dockyard one of the most creative in the kingdom. Models, tools, paintings and sculptures conjure up visions of long voyages in days gone by.
The Arsenal des Mers
Since July 2019, the National Maritime Museum has been part of the "Arsenal des Mers" local association, which includes theHermione, the Centre International de la Mer - Corderie Royale, the Week'NG+ Go society and Rochefort Océan Urban Community. Together, its members aim to provide an improved visit experience to all comers.
Practical information
Find all the practical information here to prepare for your visit.