The medieval city of La Rochelle offers an attractive mix of architecture as well as a wide range of exciting shops. The port of La Rochelle is one of the most accessible ports from the open sea on the French Atlantic coast and can accommodate vessels up to 13.5 m draught. La Rochelle and the surrouding areas offer a large choice of excursions including Cognac and Marennes Oléron, Saintes, Rochefort and the Castle of La Roche-Courbon, the Green Venice.