Centre Régional Résistance et Liberté
About This Museum
This isn't your typical history museum; it's tucked right into the old stables of a château, which feels strangely perfect for a place that tells the story of ordinary people in extraordinary times. The focus here is deeply personal, zeroing in on the French Resistance and the fight for freedom during WWII, specifically in this region. You won't just see dusty artifacts but will encounter real letters, clandestine printing presses, and listening to voices from the past. It’s a quiet, powerful spot that makes a huge impact without being overwhelming.
Collection Highlights
Look for the hidden radio sets and the forged identity cards—they really make you think about the risks people took. There's also a sobering exhibit on the internment camps that brings home the human cost of that era.
Visitor Information
It's easy to find at that big roundabout (Rond-point du 19 mars 1962) in Thouars. Plan for a good hour or two to really take it all in without rushing.
Architecture & Building
Housed in the charming, converted 18th-century stables of the Château de Thouars, so it has this rustic, historical feel from the outside.
Contact & Location
Address: Centre Régional Résistance et Liberté, Rond-Point du 19 Mars 1962, Thouars, Bressuire, Deux-Sèvres, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France métropolitaine, 79100, France
Phone: +33 5 49 66 42 99
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