Outgoing
Les Machines de l'Île 1
Amusement Park
Les Machines de l'Île 2
Les Machines de l'Île 3

Les Machines de l'Île

Decré

Climb aboard a 12-meter mechanical elephant for a slow stroll through Nantes' former shipyards, where machinists animate a steampunk bestiary of giant creatures inspired by Jules Verne and Leonardo da Vinci.

steampunk inspired
Jules Verne world
interactive mechanical creatures
former shipyards

Tips

🐘"craftsmanship and wizardry become one"
🏆"the pride of Nantes" (Big City Nantes)
🌙visit for evening openings with dramatic lighting

Les Machines de l'Île

Parc des Chantiers, Bd Léon Bureau, 44200 Nantes, France

Upcoming at Les Machines de l'Île

Saturday, Jun 13
Visite avec tour(s)

Visite avec tour(s)

June 13

Climb aboard a 12-meter mechanical elephant as it trumpets through the docks, or ride the three-story Carousel where you control the sea creatures yourself. This steampunk playground lets you touch, climb, and operate Jules Verne-inspired machines with the engineers who built them.

Friday, Jun 19
Sofilm Summercamp festival

Sofilm Summercamp festival

June 19 at 7:30pm

The legendary feminist road movie "Thelma & Louise" hits the big screen under the stars at Nantes' most surreal venue. Come early for foosball, professional drinks, and the full Summercamp vibe.

Thursday, Oct 1
4ème édition du Big Bang Orientation & Emploi

4ème édition du Big Bang Orientation & Emploi

October 1 at 9:30am

Step into your future using VR headsets and serious games at this hands-on career fair. Hundreds of professions come alive through immersive simulations, while recruiters and advisors help map your next move, whether you're a student plotting your path or considering a career change.