Porte des deux moulins de la rochelle, Medieval fortified gate in La Rochelle, France
The Two Mills Gate includes defensive elements such as gun slits and a crenellated parapet between two pilasters on its upper section.
The original gate, built around 1200, was relocated in 1622 and reinforced with a hook-shaped structure that was later demolished in 1628.
Eleanor of Aquitaine donated two tide mills to the Knights Templar in 1139, which later gave the gate its current name.
The gate stands as part of the Ladies Fort complex and remains accessible within walking distance of La Rochelle city center.
Originally designed as a postern rather than a cart entrance, the gate provided specific access to the mills near the Lafond stream mouth.
Location: La Rochelle
Address: rue des Deux Moulins
GPS coordinates: 46.15530,-1.15900
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:47
La Rochelle presents photography opportunities at its medieval towers, historical port, and coastal areas. The city features architectural monuments from the Renaissance period, maritime structures, and public spaces. Visitors can photograph the towers guarding the harbor, the clock gate, traditional fishing structures, and the modern Nelson Mandela bridge.
Tour Saint-Nicolas
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Vieux-Port de La Rochelle
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Tour de la Lanterne
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Tour de la Chaîne
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Grosse Horloge
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Parc Animalier Charles-Édouard Beltremieux
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La Coursive/Scène Nationale La Rochelle
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Prefecture hotel of Charente-Maritime
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Musée des modèles réduits
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Clocher Saint-Jean de la Rochelle
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Plage de la Concurrence
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Parc Charruyer
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Église des Carmes
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Bastion du Gabut
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Hôtel Leclerc, La Rochelle
436 m
Hôtel particulier, 15 rue Verdière, La Rochelle
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Villa Alsace, La Rochelle
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Maison Pillaud
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Maison Léon
580 m
Musée du flacon à parfum
562 m
Passerelle Nelson Mandela
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Admiral Duperré
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The Wave
281 m
Monument to Eugène Fromentin
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Maison, 1 rue Chef-de-Ville (La Rochelle)
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La Rochelle front range light
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Fortifications maritimes de La Rochelle
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