Heading off for a city break by the sea is a great way to get away from it all in winter. In La Rochelle, let yourself be tempted by its chic, cosy accommodation, a wellness session in a spa and a delicious, comforting gourmet break. How about an ultra-comfortable room to enjoy a lie-in under a warm duvet? All you need is a roaring log fire to curl up in a club chair with a cup of tea? In La Rochelle, several city centre hotels have a cosy bar where you can watch the flames of a wood fire and listen to the soft crackling of the embers.
How about choosing a guest house instead? Breakfast generous and made with love by the owners remains a special moment to share with your hosts. They can give you their tips and favourite places to go when visiting La Rochelle. A cocooning weekend is all about relaxation, letting go and recharging your batteries. Stay at a spa hotel or allow yourself an hour or so for a relaxing body treatment. You can enjoy a hammam session with an aromatic black soap exfoliation or hot stone massage to rebalance your energies.
Total detachment guaranteed! Are you looking for an original place to relax? You can experience Kobido, the ancient Japanese art of facial massage. Enjoy a city break by the sea in winter, savouring sweet treats for afternoon tea, taste Charente Maritime Oysters or indulge in a Sunday morning brunch. Gourmet coffee or tea, pastry or take-away snack, healthy break … discover our favourite places to enjoy a snack in La Rochelle in winter.
What could be nicer than a weekend in town for a romantic "brunch" at Sunday lunchtime? Around the market square or in the old port, enjoy a sweet and savoury brunch.
A typical Charente culinary speciality, oysters remain a special dish to be savoured in winter. On the market stalls, in the restaurant or in an oyster bar, treat yourself to a salt-air tasting experience in La Rochelle! Charente-Maritime oysters, shellfish and crustaceans: savour seafood in La Rochelle to stock up on sea air and vitamins.
