Poudrière de la Brèche

Built in 1692, the Brèche Powder Magazine is the only Vauban-style building in the Brouage fortress. From April 13 to November 3, 2024, come discover two temporary exhibitions there.
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© SMB
Poudrière de la Brèche
© SMB
Poudrière de la Brèche
© Syndicat mixte de Brouage
"Autour du golfe de Saintonge"

Dates & opening times

Open all days from 01/02/2026 to 11/11/2026 as of 10:00 to 18:00

Description

17th C Villages of stone and water La Vélodyssée

Designed by engineer François Ferry, it could hold up to 20 tons of gunpowder. It had very secure features, with a 2.50 m thick wall, an oak floor, small ventilation windows and a stone roof for perfect watertightness. The building was protected by an outer perimeter wall.

Tracking

Poudrière de la Brèche Rue de la BrècheBrouage17320, Marennes-Hiers-BrouageFrance

Itinerary

Characteristics

Utilities
Exhibition space
Parking nearby
Services
Pets welcome
Local activities
Temporary exhibition
Animals welcome
Yes
Surroundings
In the country
Town location
In the historic centre
Pedestrian area
Additional features
Villages of stone and water
La Vélodyssée
Themes
Historic patrimony
Categories
17th C

Charges

Gratuit

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