During the 1300s, this tower was built as an anchor piece for the large forged-iron chain that stretched across the harbor, closing it against hostile warships. The exhibits focus on the history of the first migration to Canada.
La Rochelle
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La Rochelle› Attraction
Tour de la Chaîne
Quai du Gabut, La Rochelle, France
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Hours
Apr–Jun and Sept daily 10am–1pm and 2:15–6:30pm; Oct–Mar daily 10am–1pm and 2:15–5:30pm. Closed first Mon morning of the month
Phone
05-46-34-11-81
Prices
9.50€ pass allows you to climb the city's 3 towers
Web site
Tour de la Chaîne
Map
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