Passion Collection

Passion Collection (Miniatures Discount) is a specialist retailer in La Rochelle offering a wide selection of scale models and miniatures across multiple scales, with both a physical store and an extensive online catalogue.

The boutique at 9 Rue Amelot stocks around 3,000 models in store and links to some 6,000 references online. Staff can advise on collectors' items, replacements and compatible accessories.

A compact, hobby-focused shop with shelves of boxed scale models, display cases for rarer pieces and knowledgeable staff ready to help with model scales and brands.

Look out for:

• 1/18, 1/43 and other common scales across automotive and motorsport brands.

• New releases and boxed collector editions arranged on shelving and in display cases.

• Advice on parts, display bases and storage from experienced staff.

• A connected online catalogue to order less-common references.

Best way to experience it:

Visit during opening hours (Tue–Sat 10:00–12:30 and 14:30–19:00) to browse the full in-store selection; call ahead if you're after a specific model so staff can confirm availability.

• Located at 9 Rue Amelot in central La Rochelle; some directories show nearby Rue Saint‑Nicolas.

• Phone: +33 5 46 43 85 61; email: info@miniatures-discount.com for enquiries.

• Store hours: Tue–Sat mornings and afternoons; closed Monday and Sunday (see official site for updates).

• Around 3,000 models in store and ~6,000 references online — ask staff for stock checks.