Maison centrale de Saint-Martin-de-Ré

The Maison centrale of Saint-Martin-de-Ré operates within a fortified citadel complex, accommodating 478 inmates across two separate detention quarters called Citadelle and Caserne.

Originally constructed in 1700, the facility served as a transfer point for convicts bound for French Guiana's penal colonies before becoming an official prison in 1946.

The prison maintains structured rehabilitation programs through sports, educational activities, and artistic workshops, resulting in higher rates of temporary release authorizations.

Located on the Île de Ré island, the facility operates under the Bordeaux regional prison administration and maintains strict security protocols for its maximum-security status.

Claude Tenne remains the only person to successfully escape from this facility, accomplishing this feat in November 1967 through the fortified walls.

Location: Saint-Martin-de-Ré

Inception: 17 century

Official opening: 1946

Capacity: 478

Part of: Citadel of Saint-Martin-de-Ré, direction interrégionale des services pénitentiaires de Bordeaux

Address: Maison Centrale 17410 ST MARTIN DE RE

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GPS coordinates: 46.20220,-1.36059

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46