Guided tour - The Arch of Germanicus and the cathedral
Adult €8.00
Teenagers (12 to 17 years old) €8.00
Free with the Pass!
Follow the guide on a 1? hour walking tour through the charming alleyways and secret corners of the historic centre to discover the living history of Saintes.
Included with the La Rochelle Océan Pass: your pass entitles you to one guided tour in Saintes, to be chosen from two options depending on the seasonal schedule: The Cathedral and the lower town; Saint-Eutrope Church and the life of pilgrims.
Booking is essential.
Additional information
Departure from the Saintes and Saintonge Tourist Office, duration 1h30.
Discover the charm and history of Saintes on this tour, which includes two major landmarks: the Arch of Germanicus, the gateway to the ancient city of Mediolanum, and St Peter’s Cathedral.
Reservation
Reservations must be made by telephone with the Office de l'agglomération de Saintes et la Saintonge: 05 46 74 23 82, giving your pass number. Subject to availability.Opening hours
From 8 July to 16 September 2026: Wednesdays at 10.30 am.Guided tour - The church of Saint-Eutrope and the life of the pilgrims
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, this large Romanesque priory dating from the late 11th century boasts unique architecture and exceptional sculpted decoration. Both a monastery and a place of devotion for pilgrims since the Middle Ages, the sanctuary still moves us with its crypt, one of the largest in Europe.
Included with the La Rochelle Océan Pass: your pass entitles you to one guided tour in Saintes, to be chosen from two options depending on the seasonal schedule: The Cathedral and the lower town; Saint-Eutrope Church and the life of pilgrims.
Booking is essential.
Access conditions
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Access by bus
Bus connection BUSS :
Sainte Claire stop - Lines A and C then walk to Place Bassompierre (about 3 minutes).
BUSS bus routes, timetables and traffic changesPLEASE NOTE: BUSS buses are not included in your La Rochelle Océan Pass. You must pay for your tickets when you board.
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Access by car
Nearest Q-Park car park :
Q-Park Centre-ville: 10 Rue Eugène Pelletan 17100 SAINTESADVANTAGE INCLUDED in your La Rochelle Océan Pass (adult fare only): get a €10 discount on the hire of a Yélomobile car.
Reach the sites included in your pass around La Rochelle with the yellow-topped Yélomobile car-sharing car: book in advance for 1 hour or several days and Yélomobile cars will make it easier for you to get around La Rochelle.Details of prices and conditions of access to the Yélomobile service.
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Access by train
The train journey from La Rochelle takes an average of 1 hour to Saintes. The SNCF station is a 15-minute walk from Place Bassompierre, the starting point for the guided tour of the Cathedral and the lower town; you can also take a BUSS bus (not included in your La Rochelle Océan Pass).
ADVANTAGE INCLUDED in your La Rochelle Ocean Pass: unlimited access to TER NOUVELLE-AQUITAINE trains between La Rochelle and Saintes.
In the application, press the ‘TER train transport’ button and then the button for your destination, i.e. La Rochelle < > Saintes. Generate your ticket by pressing the ‘Press here to validate your TER train ticket when boarding’ button. Your e-ticket will appear: it is valid for 2 hours. For your return journey, generate a new ticket by repeating the previous operation.Find TER Nouvelle-Aquitaine train timetables easily.