Visite du clocher de l'Eglise St-Pierre de Sales

Climb the bell tower of Marennes church to admire an exceptional panorama of the Marennes Basin.
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Dates & opening times

Open from 01/07/2026 to 31/08/2026 the sunday as of 14:00 to 18:00 , and the monday, tuesday, wednesday, thursday, friday and saturday as of 10:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 18:00

Description

A must: climb the bell tower of Saint-Pierre de Sales church, listed as a Monument Historique in 1840.

After taking a narrow spiral staircase and climbing 289 steps, you can admire the exceptional panorama of the Marennes basin and beyond, on a clear day (Ile d'Oléron, Ile d'Aix, Fort Boyard, the Seudre bridge, the La Cayenne channel, La Tremblade, Ronce Les Bains, the marshes, the claires basins, Rochefort, etc.). The church and its bell tower, along with the oysters, are the emblematic symbols of Marennes and contribute to its renown. Enjoy your visit!

Orientation tables to help you find your way around.

Physical fitness and a good pair of shoes are required, as is appropriate behavior when climbing the steps.

Admission: adults €2, children €1, under 6s free

Tracking

Visite du clocher de l'Eglise St-Pierre de Sales Eglise Saint-Pierre de SalesRue FresneauMarennes17320, Marennes-Hiers-BrouageFrance

Itinerary

Characteristics

Languages
French
Surroundings
Town location
Close to a public transportation
In centre of town
Close to pleasure port
Type
Cultural

Charges

From 01/07/2026 to 31/08/2026
Adult
2€
Child
1€

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