This event is in the past.It took place on February 7, 2026 at Les Machines de l'Île.


Ride a 12-meter mechanical elephant that stomps through Nantes, sprays unsuspecting bystanders, and carries you on its back through a former shipyard. This Jules Verne-inspired wonderland of moving metal beasts is part playground, part engineering marvel, and entirely unforgettable.
Family-friendly
Interactive mechanical art
Jules Verne inspired
Former shipyard site
Tips
💦don't get wet — the elephant squirts water
⏰plan 4-5 hours to see everything
🎟️watch the elephant walk for free, pay only to ride
Un jour aux Machines de l'île


Ride a 12-meter mechanical elephant that stomps through Nantes, sprays unsuspecting bystanders, and carries you on its back through a former shipyard. This Jules Verne-inspired wonderland of moving metal beasts is part playground, part engineering marvel, and entirely unforgettable.
Family-friendly
Interactive mechanical art
Jules Verne inspired
Former shipyard site
Tips
💦don't get wet — the elephant squirts water
⏰plan 4-5 hours to see everything
🎟️watch the elephant walk for free, pay only to ride
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