Things to do in Rouen, La Rochelle and Lorient

My mum and dad are visiting these French ports in October. They are both in their 70's and my mum has limited mobility. Any information on the ports and what to do would be greatly appreciated. Some of the ship's excursions require too much walking for them. Thanks.

I don't know Rouen,

but La Rochelle has a lovely old town. I don't know where the ship will anchor, but I'm sure there will be either a shuttle, public bus or taxi which will bring them to the center. There are some cafés with view over the old port, good for some relaxing hours and people watching, if they are lucky, there might also be a market day.

Lorient on the other hand has not much to offer (in my eyes) beside the impressive U-Boot-Bunker the Germans built in WW II.

It's now a museum.

Thanks. She was on a waiting list for the shuttle bus to La Rochelle and has managed to secure a place. Some people watching will be good as she wants to get off the ship and it will break up the walking.

Thanks. She was on a waiting list for the shuttle bus to La Rochelle and has managed to secure a place. Some people watching will be good as she wants to get off the ship and it will break up the walking.

Glad they got a spot for La Rochelle. Rouen is lovely and historic but does require some walking, not a lot but there are some cobblestones to contend with as well. Hope they have a great trip.