Statue of Admiral Duperré
A bronze statue in La Rochelle honoring Admiral Victor Guy Duperré, a French naval hero and native of the city.
The Statue de l'amiral Duperré in La Rochelle, France, honors Admiral Victor Guy Duperré, a native of the city who commanded the French fleet during the capture of Algiers in 1830. The bronze statue, created by Pierre Hébert and cast by Thiébaut Frères, stands at the foot of the Grosse Horloge (Great Clock).
A brief summary to Statue de l'amiral Duperré
- 1 Rue Léonce Vieljeux, La Rochelle, 17000, FR
Local tips
- Take a stroll along the Quai Duperré to enjoy views of the harbor and the statue.
- Visit the statue during different times of the day to appreciate how the light changes its appearance.
- Combine your visit with a tour of the nearby Grosse Horloge, a historical clock tower.
Getting There
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Walking
The Statue de l'amiral Duperré is located in the heart of La Rochelle, near the old port. From the Hôtel de Ville (City Hall), walk northeast along the Quai Duperré. The statue will be on your left, at the foot of the Grosse Horloge. No costs are involved.
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Public Transport
La Rochelle's public transport system, Yélo, provides bus services throughout the city. Several bus lines stop near the old port area. From the Gare de La Rochelle (train station), take a Yélo bus towards the city center and get off at a stop near the Grosse Horloge. The statue is a short walk from there. A single bus fare is approximately €1.50.
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