Events & festivals in France in November
"Septembre 11th 2001, a global moment"
From Friday, June 6 2008 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
A story to commemorate the fallen.
This expo will be telling a story. The story of the World Trade Center; of an attack in 2001; of firemen and rescue workers and construction workers; of a police force and hospital workers; of the 2 700 people who lost their lives; and finally of the response that these events brought about…
These powerful themes are the very soul of this exhibition built on a collection of personal objects, pictures, films, testimonies and remains found amidst a mountain of rubble. The tale of rescue operations will be told through various things… Things that we all use in everyday life, objects, fragments, debris, a crooked steering wheel, a souvenir…
This expo will be telling a story. The story of the World Trade Center; of an attack in 2001; of firemen and rescue workers and construction workers; of a police force and hospital workers; of the 2 700 people who lost their lives; and finally of the response that these events brought about…
These powerful themes are the very soul of this exhibition built on a collection of personal objects, pictures, films, testimonies and remains found amidst a mountain of rubble. The tale of rescue operations will be told through various things… Things that we all use in everyday life, objects, fragments, debris, a crooked steering wheel, a souvenir…
Opening Times & Prices
From Friday 6 June to Tuesday 11 November 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:00 to 19:00
From Wednesday 12 November to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 09:30 to 18:00
Admission prices :
- 5 €
Closed on 25 December
- Everyday, from 09:00 to 19:00
From Wednesday 12 November to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 09:30 to 18:00
Admission prices :
- 5 €
Closed on 25 December
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 31 06 06 47 |
| Fax: | 02 31 06 06 70 |
| Email: | presse2@memorial-caen.fr |
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MEMORIAL DE CAEN
esplanade Général-Eisenhower
BP 6261
CAEN
FRANCE
14000
Guided Tour of Lisieux
From Saturday, July 5 2008 to Saturday, November 15 2008
Organised by the Lisieux tourism office and the Pays d'art et d'histoire du Pays d'Auge, these guided tours last approximately 1hr30mins. Guides are licensed by the Ministry of Culture.
Opening Times & Prices
From Saturday 5 to Thursday 10 July 2008 :
- Thursday and Saturday from 15:00 to 17:00
From Thursday 7 to Thursday 21 August 2008 :
- Thursday from 15:00 to 17:00
On Saturday 23 August 2008 :
- Saturday from 15:00 to 17:00
On Saturday 15 November 2008 :
- Saturday from 14:30 to 16:30
Admission prices :
- Full price : 5 €
- From 12 to 18 years : 2.5 €
- Unemployed : 2.5 €
- Students : 2.5 €
- Thursday and Saturday from 15:00 to 17:00
From Thursday 7 to Thursday 21 August 2008 :
- Thursday from 15:00 to 17:00
On Saturday 23 August 2008 :
- Saturday from 15:00 to 17:00
On Saturday 15 November 2008 :
- Saturday from 14:30 to 16:30
Admission prices :
- Full price : 5 €
- From 12 to 18 years : 2.5 €
- Unemployed : 2.5 €
- Students : 2.5 €
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 31 48 18 10 |
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OFFICE DE TOURISME
rue d'Alençon
LISIEUX
FRANCE
14100
"Ouessant throughout history: 20 years of archeological digs in Mez Notariou"
From Thursday, September 27 2007 to Wednesday, September 30 2009
Digging into the past…
For 20 years now, archaeological research has been taking place at Mez Notario, located at the centre of the Isle of Ouessant. The excavation site, managed by Jean-Paul Le Bihan, director of the Finistère Centre for Archaeological Research (CRAF), required 400 professional and volunteer diggers to help bring to light many fascinating details about the origin of Ouessant.
The Armoric Regional Natural Park and the CRAF have organized an exhibit which retraces the history of the digs at Mez Notario to be presented at the Museum of Phares and Balises ("Lighthouses and Beacons"). Numerous objects, scale models and preparation materials will be on display. Visitors will be able to easily reconstruct the history of this fascinating island by visiting the site.
For 20 years now, archaeological research has been taking place at Mez Notario, located at the centre of the Isle of Ouessant. The excavation site, managed by Jean-Paul Le Bihan, director of the Finistère Centre for Archaeological Research (CRAF), required 400 professional and volunteer diggers to help bring to light many fascinating details about the origin of Ouessant.
The Armoric Regional Natural Park and the CRAF have organized an exhibit which retraces the history of the digs at Mez Notario to be presented at the Museum of Phares and Balises ("Lighthouses and Beacons"). Numerous objects, scale models and preparation materials will be on display. Visitors will be able to easily reconstruct the history of this fascinating island by visiting the site.
Opening Times & Prices
From Thursday 27 September 2007 to Wednesday 30 September 2009 :
- From Thursday to Sunday from 10:30 to 18:30
- From Thursday to Sunday from 10:30 to 18:30
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 98 48 80 70 |
| Fax: | 02 98 48 80 70 |
| Email: | contact@pnr-armorique.fr |
| Website: |
MUSEE DES PHARES ET BALISES
route départementale 81
Phare du Créac'h
OUESSANT
FRANCE
29242
"Takahata, Miyazaki"
From Saturday, June 28 2008 to Sunday, November 16 2008
Let yourself be spirited away…
France and Japan have at least one thing in common: a passion for cartoons, comics and animation. The art of animation has become a major and respected form of expression in which realism and fantasy touch upon each other in ever-evolving alternate realities.
Three great names stand out on the animation landscape: Paul Grimault, Takahata Isao and Miyazaki Hayao. These artists, from completely different parts of the world, are nevertheless connected at a higher level and speak the same artistic language. The curator for this expo, Jean-Pierre Pagliano, is an expert critic of Paul Grimault's art and is also familiar with Japanese animation and cinema.
This unique exhibition will be a journey into parallel universes, those of Grimault's Le Roi et l'Oiseau ("The King and the Mockingbird"),Takahata's Pompoko and Miyazaki's Princess Mononoke. To complement the exhibits there will be a full programme of workshops, discussions and outdoor film screenings in the Abbey gardens.
France and Japan have at least one thing in common: a passion for cartoons, comics and animation. The art of animation has become a major and respected form of expression in which realism and fantasy touch upon each other in ever-evolving alternate realities.
Three great names stand out on the animation landscape: Paul Grimault, Takahata Isao and Miyazaki Hayao. These artists, from completely different parts of the world, are nevertheless connected at a higher level and speak the same artistic language. The curator for this expo, Jean-Pierre Pagliano, is an expert critic of Paul Grimault's art and is also familiar with Japanese animation and cinema.
This unique exhibition will be a journey into parallel universes, those of Grimault's Le Roi et l'Oiseau ("The King and the Mockingbird"),Takahata's Pompoko and Miyazaki's Princess Mononoke. To complement the exhibits there will be a full programme of workshops, discussions and outdoor film screenings in the Abbey gardens.
Opening Times & Prices
From Saturday 28 June to Tuesday 30 September 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:00 to 18:30
From Wednesday 1 October to Sunday 16 November 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 17:30
Admission prices :
- Full price : 7.9 €
- Reduced price : 5.9 €
Closed on 1 January, 1 May, 11 November and 25 December
- Everyday, from 09:00 to 18:30
From Wednesday 1 October to Sunday 16 November 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 17:30
Admission prices :
- Full price : 7.9 €
- Reduced price : 5.9 €
Closed on 1 January, 1 May, 11 November and 25 December
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 41 80 80 00 |
| Fax: | 02 41 38 15 44 |
| Email: | abbaye@abbayedefontevraud.com |
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ABBAYE ROYALE DE FONTEVRAUD
route départementale 147
FONTEVRAUD-L ABBAYE
FRANCE
49590
Autumn in Normandy
From Sunday, October 19 2008 to Sunday, November 30 2008
A cultural highpoint…
The Festival Automne in Normandy is celebrating its third edition after two years of hugely popular classical music. With 42 000 spectators in 2007, none can doubt that the programme will feature something for just about every possible taste.
Once again this year you can expect about a hundred performances and some highly unusual and innovative works, with great artists such as Vincent Dumestre or Joël Pommerat…
The Festival Automne in Normandy is celebrating its third edition after two years of hugely popular classical music. With 42 000 spectators in 2007, none can doubt that the programme will feature something for just about every possible taste.
Once again this year you can expect about a hundred performances and some highly unusual and innovative works, with great artists such as Vincent Dumestre or Joël Pommerat…
Opening Times & Prices
From Sunday 19 October to Sunday 30 November 2008 :
- Everyday, from 19:30 to 22:30
Admission prices :
- Festival Pass : 200 €
- Everyday, from 19:30 to 22:30
Admission prices :
- Festival Pass : 200 €
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 08 10 81 11 16 |
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THEATRE DES ARTS
7
rue du Docteur-Rambert
ROUEN
FRANCE
76000
"Gothic Masterpieces in Normandy"
From Saturday, June 14 2008 to Sunday, November 2 2008
Normady goes Goth-style…
This exhibition was timed for the inauguration of the new Salles des Ramparts ("Ramparts Hall") of the Normandy museum. "Chefs-d'œuvre du Gothique en Normandie" is dedicated to Gothic art in Normandy, and in particular local art production as can be found ornamenting Medieval monuments.
This relatively unknown period will be revealed to the public thanks to decorative sculptures and monuments throughout the five counties of the Normandy region. This exhibition will represent the largest concentration of Normandy art and sculpture in history.
This exhibition was timed for the inauguration of the new Salles des Ramparts ("Ramparts Hall") of the Normandy museum. "Chefs-d'œuvre du Gothique en Normandie" is dedicated to Gothic art in Normandy, and in particular local art production as can be found ornamenting Medieval monuments.
This relatively unknown period will be revealed to the public thanks to decorative sculptures and monuments throughout the five counties of the Normandy region. This exhibition will represent the largest concentration of Normandy art and sculpture in history.
Opening Times & Prices
From Saturday 14 June to Sunday 2 November 2008 :
- From Wednesday to Monday from 09:30 to 18:00
Admission prices :
- 5 €
- From Wednesday to Monday from 09:30 to 18:00
Admission prices :
- 5 €
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 31 30 47 60 |
| Fax: | 02 31 30 47 69 |
| Email: | mdn@ville-caen.fr |
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MUSEE DE NORMANDIE
Château de Caen
CAEN
FRANCE
14000
the Blanchardeau Music Festival
From Tuesday, July 29 2008 to Saturday, November 8 2008
Light-giving music.
The theme for this 2008 edition of the Musicales de Blanchardeau will be "L'esprit des Lumières or "the enlightened spirit".
The Age of Enlightenment brings to mind writers and philosophers of the 18th century, often in terms of avant guarde thoughts and democracy. Yet, musicians too were subject to these new thoughts: Mozart in particular was interested in the new currents of ideas flowing at the time.
His operas, such as Don Juan, Figaro's Wedding are rich with such grand themes as Freedom, Happiness and Knowledge in opposition to abusive power.
The theme for this 2008 edition of the Musicales de Blanchardeau will be "L'esprit des Lumières or "the enlightened spirit".
The Age of Enlightenment brings to mind writers and philosophers of the 18th century, often in terms of avant guarde thoughts and democracy. Yet, musicians too were subject to these new thoughts: Mozart in particular was interested in the new currents of ideas flowing at the time.
His operas, such as Don Juan, Figaro's Wedding are rich with such grand themes as Freedom, Happiness and Knowledge in opposition to abusive power.
Opening Times & Prices
On Saturday 8 November 2008 :
- Saturday from 21:00 to 23:00
Admission prices :
- Students : 10 €
- Unemployed : 10 €
- Until 12 years : Free
- Members, full price : 13.5 €
- Full price : 15 €
- Saturday from 21:00 to 23:00
Admission prices :
- Students : 10 €
- Unemployed : 10 €
- Until 12 years : Free
- Members, full price : 13.5 €
- Full price : 15 €
Event Contact Information
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EGLISE SAINT-SAMSON
place du Général-de-Gaulle
LANVOLLON
FRANCE
22290
"Kant Bro, Kant Giz - Brittany in Full Costume"
From Saturday, June 14 2008 to Sunday, April 19 2009
Sailor's fashion…
This exhibition is dedicated to Brittany, and in particular historic Brittany with its unique and unusual costumes. A well known Breton aphorism stated: "a hundred countries, a hundred fashions" - each burg had its own traditional garb which was different from that of its neighbour.
This tour/expo will be an opportunity to discover the various garments of Breton country.
This exhibition is dedicated to Brittany, and in particular historic Brittany with its unique and unusual costumes. A well known Breton aphorism stated: "a hundred countries, a hundred fashions" - each burg had its own traditional garb which was different from that of its neighbour.
This tour/expo will be an opportunity to discover the various garments of Breton country.
Opening Times & Prices
From Saturday 14 June to Tuesday 30 September 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:00 to 18:00
From Wednesday 1 October 2008 to Sunday 19 April 2009 :
- From Tuesday to Saturday from 09:00 to 12:00
- From Tuesday to Saturday from 14:00 to 17:00
- Sunday from 14:00 to 17:00
- Special Fees :
- - Free
Admission prices :
- Full price : 4 €
- Reduced price : 2.5 €
- Until 18 years : Free
- Everyday, from 09:00 to 18:00
From Wednesday 1 October 2008 to Sunday 19 April 2009 :
- From Tuesday to Saturday from 09:00 to 12:00
- From Tuesday to Saturday from 14:00 to 17:00
- Sunday from 14:00 to 17:00
- Special Fees :
- - Free
Admission prices :
- Full price : 4 €
- Reduced price : 2.5 €
- Until 18 years : Free
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 98 95 21 60 |
| Fax: | 02 98 95 89 69 |
| Email: | musee.breton@cg29.fr |
| Website: |
MUSEE DEPARTEMENTAL BRETON
1
rue du Roi-Gradlon
Palais des Evêques
QUIMPER
FRANCE
29000
"Archaeological tour of the Caen Château: 50 years of excavations"
From Monday, May 19 2008 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
A tour you won't soon forget.
The museum will be organising a special tour for the opening of the Hall of Ramparts. The tour will explore a forge, a 14th-century house, and a mysterious underground network.
Be sure to visit the belvedere, from which there is a unique view of the ducal palace and dungeon… To get there, you have to find the secret lift that runs up the Medieval tower.
The museum will be organising a special tour for the opening of the Hall of Ramparts. The tour will explore a forge, a 14th-century house, and a mysterious underground network.
Be sure to visit the belvedere, from which there is a unique view of the ducal palace and dungeon… To get there, you have to find the secret lift that runs up the Medieval tower.
Opening Times & Prices
From Monday 19 May to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- From Wednesday to Saturday from 16:00 to 17:00
- Sunday from 15:00 to 16:00
Admission prices :
- Free
- From Wednesday to Saturday from 16:00 to 17:00
- Sunday from 15:00 to 16:00
Admission prices :
- Free
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 31 30 47 60 |
| Fax: | 02 31 30 47 69 |
| Email: | mdn@ville-caen.fr |
| Website: |
MUSEE DE NORMANDIE
Château de Caen
CAEN
FRANCE
14000
"Louis-Léopold Thuiland"
From Saturday, June 21 2008 to Sunday, November 9 2008
A potter at heart.
Louis-Léopold Thuiland, born in Prévelles in 1862, was a famed potter of the Sarthe region. His life was a tragedy in itself, a paragon of misery, in stark contrast with the joy and energy associated with his creations.
His life work is a touching testimony of village culture in the pre-war era and also provides a strong example of the tradition of varnished pottery, characteristic of the Sarthe area.
Louis-Léopold Thuiland, born in Prévelles in 1862, was a famed potter of the Sarthe region. His life was a tragedy in itself, a paragon of misery, in stark contrast with the joy and energy associated with his creations.
His life work is a touching testimony of village culture in the pre-war era and also provides a strong example of the tradition of varnished pottery, characteristic of the Sarthe area.
Opening Times & Prices
From Saturday 21 June to Sunday 9 November 2008 :
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 14:00 to 18:00
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 14:00 to 18:00
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 43 47 38 80 |
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| Email: | musees@ville-lemans.fr |
| Website: |
MUSEE DE LA REINE BERENGERE
7-11
rue de la Reine-Bérengère
LE MANS
FRANCE
72100
"Men and their collections: travellers, savants, artists…"
From Sunday, June 1 2008 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
The alphabet of history…
Museum collections have often been put together by seemingly ordinary men who were no more than victims of circumstance; brought by chance to discover a field of research, they often became passionate scholars, archeologists or explorers…
For example, naturalist Frédéric Cailliaud came across egyptian civilisation during the Napoleonic campaigns. In 1882 he embarked on an expidition up the Nile to the antique city of Meroë - he returned with countless artefacts and a mine of information. There is also Louis Audemard who travelled to Carthage in 1889 and brought back a collection of funerary urns…
These botanists, mineralogists, doctors, printers, artists, preachers and explorers all shared a common culture - they worshipped curiosity and asked only to transmit what they had learned.
Museum collections have often been put together by seemingly ordinary men who were no more than victims of circumstance; brought by chance to discover a field of research, they often became passionate scholars, archeologists or explorers…
For example, naturalist Frédéric Cailliaud came across egyptian civilisation during the Napoleonic campaigns. In 1882 he embarked on an expidition up the Nile to the antique city of Meroë - he returned with countless artefacts and a mine of information. There is also Louis Audemard who travelled to Carthage in 1889 and brought back a collection of funerary urns…
These botanists, mineralogists, doctors, printers, artists, preachers and explorers all shared a common culture - they worshipped curiosity and asked only to transmit what they had learned.
Opening Times & Prices
From Sunday 1 to Friday 13 June 2008 :
- Everyday, from 13:30 to 18:00
From Saturday 14 June to Tuesday 30 September 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
From Wednesday 1 October to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 13:30 to 18:00
Closed on 1 November, 11 November and 25 December
- Everyday, from 13:30 to 18:00
From Saturday 14 June to Tuesday 30 September 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
From Wednesday 1 October to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 13:30 to 18:00
Closed on 1 November, 11 November and 25 December
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 97 01 63 00 |
| Fax: | 02 97 01 63 01 |
| Email: | musees@mairie-vannes.fr |
| Website: |
MUSEE DES BEAUX-ARTS DE VANNES - LA COHUE
9-15
place Saint-Pierre
VANNES
FRANCE
56000
"Like Glass seen through the Sun - about Raymond Hains"
From Thursday, June 19 2008 to Tuesday, November 11 2008
An homage.
Raymond Hains was already displaying his work at the Pays de la Loire Contemporary Art Fund (FRAC) in 1998. His photographs and digital works were gathered under the heading "Lemot passe a travers" ("Words pass through it") which was dedicated to François-Frédéric Lemot, a major sculptor.
The FRAC is today home to an impressive collection of works signed by Hains. The Director of the FRAC, Laurence Gateau, has decided to organise this homage in 2008, a decade after the original exhibition. This latest exhibition, "Comme le Verre à travers le Soleil, Autour de Raymond Hains”, aims to shed a new light on the works of Raymond Hains.
Raymond Hains was already displaying his work at the Pays de la Loire Contemporary Art Fund (FRAC) in 1998. His photographs and digital works were gathered under the heading "Lemot passe a travers" ("Words pass through it") which was dedicated to François-Frédéric Lemot, a major sculptor.
The FRAC is today home to an impressive collection of works signed by Hains. The Director of the FRAC, Laurence Gateau, has decided to organise this homage in 2008, a decade after the original exhibition. This latest exhibition, "Comme le Verre à travers le Soleil, Autour de Raymond Hains”, aims to shed a new light on the works of Raymond Hains.
Opening Times & Prices
From Thursday 19 June to Tuesday 11 November 2008 :
- Everyday, from 11:00 to 18:30
Admission prices :
- Free
- Everyday, from 11:00 to 18:30
Admission prices :
- Free
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 28 01 50 00 |
| Fax: | 02 28 01 57 67 |
| Email: | fracdespaysdelaloire@wanadoo.fr |
| Website: |
FONDS REGIONAL D ART CONTEMPORAIN DES PAYS DE LA LOIRE
La Fleuriaye
CARQUEFOU
FRANCE
44470
Normandy Semi-Marathon - arriving in Le Havre
Semi-marathon de Normandie 2008
Sunday, November 9 2008
On your marks…
This famed marathon is a 21,1km race straight from Honfleur to le Havre which boasts a national label and is thus accounted for in other major competitions.
Participants will be leaving Honfleur, passing across the Pont de Normandie (a technological masterpiece) and then across the Seine estuary before entering Le Havre harbour, then on to the town centre and shoreline, and arriving finally at the town hall.
This famed marathon is a 21,1km race straight from Honfleur to le Havre which boasts a national label and is thus accounted for in other major competitions.
Participants will be leaving Honfleur, passing across the Pont de Normandie (a technological masterpiece) and then across the Seine estuary before entering Le Havre harbour, then on to the town centre and shoreline, and arriving finally at the town hall.
Opening Times & Prices
On Sunday 9 November 2008 :
- Sunday doors open at 10:30
- Sunday doors open at 10:30
Event Contact Information
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PONT DE NORMANDIE
HONFLEUR
FRANCE
14600
"Machines on the Island"
From Friday, July 4 2008 to Sunday, January 4 2009
What dreams may come…
"Machines on the Island" (Les Machines de l'Ile) is indeed a mysterious concept... It involves massive animals, creatures of the savana or the ocean depths, appearing suddenly in the middle of the city, as if one's daydreams had crossed over into reality…
You will not have to imagine this, because it has been imagined for you. These giant wood and metal creatures will be there, palpable, more real than ever. Evidently, a discussion will be organised to explain the process of creation and to introduce the team of artists/engineers.
This fantastic event is signed François Delarozière and Pierre Orefice working with the famed Royal de Luxe company!
"Machines on the Island" (Les Machines de l'Ile) is indeed a mysterious concept... It involves massive animals, creatures of the savana or the ocean depths, appearing suddenly in the middle of the city, as if one's daydreams had crossed over into reality…
You will not have to imagine this, because it has been imagined for you. These giant wood and metal creatures will be there, palpable, more real than ever. Evidently, a discussion will be organised to explain the process of creation and to introduce the team of artists/engineers.
This fantastic event is signed François Delarozière and Pierre Orefice working with the famed Royal de Luxe company!
Opening Times & Prices
From Friday 4 July to Sunday 31 August 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 20:00
From Tuesday 2 September to Friday 24 October 2008 :
- From Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 18:00
- Saturday, Sunday from 10:00 to 19:00
From Saturday 25 October to Wednesday 5 November 2008 :
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 19:00
From Thursday 6 November to Friday 19 December 2008 :
- From Wednesday to Friday from 14:00 to 18:00
- Saturday, Sunday from 14:00 to 19:00
From Saturday 20 December 2008 to Sunday 4 January 2009 :
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 14:00 to 19:00
Admission prices :
- Full price : 6 €
- Reduced price : 4.5 €
Closed on 1 January and 25 December
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 20:00
From Tuesday 2 September to Friday 24 October 2008 :
- From Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 18:00
- Saturday, Sunday from 10:00 to 19:00
From Saturday 25 October to Wednesday 5 November 2008 :
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 19:00
From Thursday 6 November to Friday 19 December 2008 :
- From Wednesday to Friday from 14:00 to 18:00
- Saturday, Sunday from 14:00 to 19:00
From Saturday 20 December 2008 to Sunday 4 January 2009 :
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 14:00 to 19:00
Admission prices :
- Full price : 6 €
- Reduced price : 4.5 €
Closed on 1 January and 25 December
Event Contact Information
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| Email: | contact@lesmachines-nantes.fr |
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SITE DES MACHINES DE L ILE
boulevard Léon-Bureau
Anciens Chantiers Navals - Ile de Nantes
NANTES
FRANCE
44000
- … Like glass through the sun -
From Friday, June 20 2008 to Tuesday, November 11 2008
Shedding light on Raymond.
The local contemporary arts centre (FRAC) organises an exhibition once a year in Clisson.
Marion Daniel, who had directed the creation of the Raymond Hains, la Boite a fiches photo-book, published for his eponymous exhibition in Saint-Brieuc in 03-04. This year, she has been invited by the FRAC to exhibit a selection of public works relating to Hains which shed a different light on the artist's work, in particular its connection to younger generations.
The local contemporary arts centre (FRAC) organises an exhibition once a year in Clisson.
Marion Daniel, who had directed the creation of the Raymond Hains, la Boite a fiches photo-book, published for his eponymous exhibition in Saint-Brieuc in 03-04. This year, she has been invited by the FRAC to exhibit a selection of public works relating to Hains which shed a different light on the artist's work, in particular its connection to younger generations.
Opening Times & Prices
From Tuesday 1 July to Sunday 31 August 2008 :
- Everyday, from 14:00 to 18:00
From Monday 1 September to Tuesday 11 November 2008 :
- From Wednesday to Sunday from 14:00 to 18:00
Admission prices :
- Free
- Everyday, from 14:00 to 18:00
From Monday 1 September to Tuesday 11 November 2008 :
- From Wednesday to Sunday from 14:00 to 18:00
Admission prices :
- Free
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 40 54 75 85 |
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DOMAINE DE LA GARENNE LEMOT
route de Poitiers
GETIGNE
FRANCE
44190
"Swinging Fantasy"
From Saturday, December 15 2007 to Saturday, December 27 2008
From swing to rhythm and blues…
From swing to rhythm and blues and even some choreographed street dance…the best music and the best dancers find their place in a succession of different sets presenting acrobatics, vocals, magic and dance.
To bring out the very best response in the audience, the troop of artists and magicians pull out all the stops: virtuosity, energy, seduction, glamour, etc.
This is a review that is suitable for families, offering everyone an evening of spectacular entertainment.
From swing to rhythm and blues and even some choreographed street dance…the best music and the best dancers find their place in a succession of different sets presenting acrobatics, vocals, magic and dance.
To bring out the very best response in the audience, the troop of artists and magicians pull out all the stops: virtuosity, energy, seduction, glamour, etc.
This is a review that is suitable for families, offering everyone an evening of spectacular entertainment.
Opening Times & Prices
From Friday 4 January to Saturday 13 September 2008 :
- On Friday and the Saturday from 22:30 to 00:30
- On Friday and the Saturday from 20:00 to 22:00
From Saturday 20 September to Saturday 27 December 2008 :
- On Friday and the Saturday from 20:00 to 22:00
- On Friday and the Saturday from 22:30 to 00:30
Admission prices :
- Prepaid Tickets (full price) : 44 €
- Prepaid Tickets (half-price) : Free
- On Friday and the Saturday from 22:30 to 00:30
- On Friday and the Saturday from 20:00 to 22:00
From Saturday 20 September to Saturday 27 December 2008 :
- On Friday and the Saturday from 20:00 to 22:00
- On Friday and the Saturday from 22:30 to 00:30
Admission prices :
- Prepaid Tickets (full price) : 44 €
- Prepaid Tickets (half-price) : Free
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 31 14 31 14 |
| Fax: | 02 31 14 31 15 |
| Email: | casinodeauville@lucienbarriere.com |
| Website: |
CASINO BARRIERE
rue Edmond-Blanc
DEAUVILLE
FRANCE
14800
"From Megalodons to Catsharks: Sharks off our Shores"
From Tuesday, April 1 2008 to Wednesday, November 12 2008
Jaws: a nefarious myth debunked.
With Rob Stewart's recent film production, Sharkwater, there has been a revival of the public interest in these fascinating creatures. The Channel General Council has thus put together this latest exhibition, Du mégalodon à la roussette, requins de nos côtes , at the Maritime museum in Tatihou.
To the average member of the public, sharks are bad news… Yet, far from this common misconception, the exhibition attempts to shine a more positive light on a creature that has gone from prehistoric predator to being the prey of modern humans.
With Rob Stewart's recent film production, Sharkwater, there has been a revival of the public interest in these fascinating creatures. The Channel General Council has thus put together this latest exhibition, Du mégalodon à la roussette, requins de nos côtes , at the Maritime museum in Tatihou.
To the average member of the public, sharks are bad news… Yet, far from this common misconception, the exhibition attempts to shine a more positive light on a creature that has gone from prehistoric predator to being the prey of modern humans.
Opening Times & Prices
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 33 54 33 33 |
| Fax: | 02 33 54 33 47 |
| Email: | ile.tatihou@cg50.fr |
| Website: |
MUSEE MARITIME DE L’ILE-DE-TAHITOU
Ile tatihou
SAINT-VAAST-LA-HOUGUE
FRANCE
50550
Henri Salesse, exhibition - Investigating Defective Habitat -
From Saturday, September 20 2008 to Saturday, December 20 2008
Pictures from beyond the grave…
By looking through some 3 000 photographs of the reconstruction process in Normandy in the two post-war decades, researchers at the National Archives came across a small goldmine of documentary material… Dealing with two areas in particular, Rouen and Petit-Quevilly, these pictures amazed historians for their Atget-like precision and a humaneness comparable to that of Doisneau.
Forgotten in the archives of the ancient Ministry of Reconstruction and Urbanism, these pictures are the subject of a major exhibition split over both towns (Rouen and Petit-Quevilly) displaying 120 modern 30x30 prints based on the original negatives.
By looking through some 3 000 photographs of the reconstruction process in Normandy in the two post-war decades, researchers at the National Archives came across a small goldmine of documentary material… Dealing with two areas in particular, Rouen and Petit-Quevilly, these pictures amazed historians for their Atget-like precision and a humaneness comparable to that of Doisneau.
Forgotten in the archives of the ancient Ministry of Reconstruction and Urbanism, these pictures are the subject of a major exhibition split over both towns (Rouen and Petit-Quevilly) displaying 120 modern 30x30 prints based on the original negatives.
Opening Times & Prices
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 35 70 20 21 |
| Fax: | |
| Email: | didiermouchel@poleimagehn.com |
| Website: |
GALERIE PHOTO DU POLE IMAGE HAUTE-NORMANDIE
15
rue de la Chaine
ROUEN
FRANCE
76000
"Gorillas"
From Friday, February 15 2008 to Sunday, February 1 2009
Gorillas in today's world.
The Museum of Natural History in Nantes, working together with the Rennes Espace des sciences and the Palais de la découverte, is organising an expo dedicated to the king of primates, the elusive, mysterious gorilla.
This animal, born out of the African forest, is an important symbol for many faiths and religious systems. The exhibition will be broken into two sections, both of which attempt to reveal the true nature of these fascinating creatures.
Five themes underpin this event: "Brute or BFG (Big Friendly Giant)?"; "Gorilla and man, a common heritage"; "Gorillas and the tropical forest"; "Watching Gorillas"; and finally "Gorillas in Danger".
This last theme will be a stepping stone onto the next section of the exhibition which aims to discuss what is affecting the life and habitat of the gorilla and what the future holds for this awe-inspiring animal.
The Museum of Natural History in Nantes, working together with the Rennes Espace des sciences and the Palais de la découverte, is organising an expo dedicated to the king of primates, the elusive, mysterious gorilla.
This animal, born out of the African forest, is an important symbol for many faiths and religious systems. The exhibition will be broken into two sections, both of which attempt to reveal the true nature of these fascinating creatures.
Five themes underpin this event: "Brute or BFG (Big Friendly Giant)?"; "Gorilla and man, a common heritage"; "Gorillas and the tropical forest"; "Watching Gorillas"; and finally "Gorillas in Danger".
This last theme will be a stepping stone onto the next section of the exhibition which aims to discuss what is affecting the life and habitat of the gorilla and what the future holds for this awe-inspiring animal.
Opening Times & Prices
From Friday 15 February 2008 to Sunday 1 February 2009 :
- From Wednesday to Monday from 10:00 to 18:00
Closed on 1 January, 24 March, 1 May, 1 May, 8 May, 12 May, 14 July, 15 August, 1 November, 11 November and 25 December
- From Wednesday to Monday from 10:00 to 18:00
Closed on 1 January, 24 March, 1 May, 1 May, 8 May, 12 May, 14 July, 15 August, 1 November, 11 November and 25 December
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 40 99 26 20 |
| Fax: | 02 51 84 01 91 |
| Email: | museum.sciences@mairie-nantes.fr |
| Website: |
MUSEUM D HISTOIRE NATURELLE DE NANTES
12
rue Voltaire
NANTES
FRANCE
44000
La Mère Poulard's 120th Anniversary
From Tuesday, January 1 2008 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
Truly traditional cuisine…
The Mère Poulard Inn, located on the famed Mont Saint-Michel, is turning 120 this year!
Established in the late 19th century, the inn owes its name to person who orchestrated its foundation and success: Annette Poulard. Annette was only 20 when the Mont, which had become a prison after the French revolution, returned to its normal state as a site of pilgrimage.
In 1888 Annette and her husband decided to open an auberge or inn, a place where pilgrims and visitors could enjoy a healthy meal and a warm bed. Annette was soon known as Mère Poulard ("Mother Poulard"), for "mère" was at the time used to designate exceptionally good cooks. Year by year, visitors would pour in to delight in the 700 or so recipes served by the Auberge, including the now famous Mère Poulard omelette.
Nowadays, years after Annette passed away, the Auberge strives to perpetuate her gastronomical tradition. Some of her recipes found their way into supermarkets, and a number of traditional products (buiscits for example) bear the Mère Poulard label.
The Mère Poulard Inn, located on the famed Mont Saint-Michel, is turning 120 this year!
Established in the late 19th century, the inn owes its name to person who orchestrated its foundation and success: Annette Poulard. Annette was only 20 when the Mont, which had become a prison after the French revolution, returned to its normal state as a site of pilgrimage.
In 1888 Annette and her husband decided to open an auberge or inn, a place where pilgrims and visitors could enjoy a healthy meal and a warm bed. Annette was soon known as Mère Poulard ("Mother Poulard"), for "mère" was at the time used to designate exceptionally good cooks. Year by year, visitors would pour in to delight in the 700 or so recipes served by the Auberge, including the now famous Mère Poulard omelette.
Nowadays, years after Annette passed away, the Auberge strives to perpetuate her gastronomical tradition. Some of her recipes found their way into supermarkets, and a number of traditional products (buiscits for example) bear the Mère Poulard label.
Opening Times & Prices
From Tuesday 1 January to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 00:01 to 23:59
- Everyday, from 00:01 to 23:59
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 33 89 68 68 |
| Fax: | 02 33 89 68 69 |
| Email: | hotel@merepoulard.com |
| Website: |
LA MERE POULARD
grande rue
LE MONT SAINT MICHEL
FRANCE
50170
Garden stories, usage and landscapes"
From Wednesday, May 7 2008 to Saturday, January 24 2009
The green thumb of Rennes…
The city of Rennes is linked to the history of gardening. Though green areas were located solely outside the city during the Middle Ages, gardens soon became a central feature of the city's landscape, especially in new areas such as Courrouze.
This feature is the focus of the exhibition: green spaces in Rennes and the ways in which locals make the most of them.
The city of Rennes is linked to the history of gardening. Though green areas were located solely outside the city during the Middle Ages, gardens soon became a central feature of the city's landscape, especially in new areas such as Courrouze.
This feature is the focus of the exhibition: green spaces in Rennes and the ways in which locals make the most of them.
Opening Times & Prices
From Wednesday 7 May 2008 to Saturday 24 January 2009 :
- From Tuesday to Friday from 13:30 to 17:30
- Saturday from 10:00 to 12:00
- Saturday from 14:00 to 17:30
Admission prices :
- Free
- From Tuesday to Friday from 13:30 to 17:30
- Saturday from 10:00 to 12:00
- Saturday from 14:00 to 17:30
Admission prices :
- Free
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 99 78 33 72 |
| Fax: | 02 99 28 40 13 |
| Email: | ciu@ville-rennes.fr |
| Website: |
CENTRE D INFORMATION SUR L URBANISME
14
rue Le Bastard
RENNES
FRANCE
35000
"The Fantastic Bestiary"
From Thursday, March 13 2008 to Saturday, January 31 2009
The beast within the mind…
Discover a world of unicorns, dragons, giants, Krakens, griffins and so many more unimaginable imaginary creatures…
This exhibition will be a fascinating experience for young and old, a trip into the mindscapes of history's great civilisations. Don't miss out on this fantastic journey into a world like no other.
Discover a world of unicorns, dragons, giants, Krakens, griffins and so many more unimaginable imaginary creatures…
This exhibition will be a fascinating experience for young and old, a trip into the mindscapes of history's great civilisations. Don't miss out on this fantastic journey into a world like no other.
Opening Times & Prices
From Tuesday 1 July 2008 to Saturday 31 January 2009 :
- From Tuesday to Saturday from 09:00 to 12:00
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 14:00 to 18:00
- From Tuesday to Saturday from 09:00 to 12:00
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 14:00 to 18:00
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 43 47 39 94 |
| Fax: | |
| Email: | musee.vert@ville-lemans.fr |
| Website: |
MUSEE VERT-VERON DE FORBONNAIS
204
avenue Jean-Jaurès
LE MANS
FRANCE
72100
"Traces of Humanity, The Loire-Atlantique - from Prehistory to the Vikings"
From Saturday, March 15 2008 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
The foundations of a city…
The Thomas Dobrée Archeological Museum in Nantes will for the duration of this exhibition become a gateway allowing you to travel back in time. Discover the history of Nantes and the region, from prehistory to the year one thousand.
From the apparition of humans to the first settlement, witness the birth and evolution of a city.
The Thomas Dobrée Archeological Museum in Nantes will for the duration of this exhibition become a gateway allowing you to travel back in time. Discover the history of Nantes and the region, from prehistory to the year one thousand.
From the apparition of humans to the first settlement, witness the birth and evolution of a city.
Opening Times & Prices
From Saturday 15 March to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- From Tuesday to Friday from 13:30 to 17:30
- Saturday, Sunday from 14:30 to 17:30
Admission prices :
- Full price : 3 €
- Reduced price : 1.5 €
- From Tuesday to Friday from 13:30 to 17:30
- Saturday, Sunday from 14:30 to 17:30
Admission prices :
- Full price : 3 €
- Reduced price : 1.5 €
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 40 71 03 50 |
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| Email: | |
| Website: |
MUSEE ARCHEOLOGIQUE THOMAS DOBREE
18
rue Voltaire
NANTES
FRANCE
44000
Mark Lewis
From Saturday, October 4 2008 to Sunday, November 30 2008
A passion for the picturesque.
Canadian-born Mark Lewis, now a resident of the UK, is first of all a professional photographer - he is also a contemporary artist and an artistic film-maker who enjoys working with themes such as "the urban", art and cinema, and the grey area between film and painting…
In 2003 he took part in an international contemporary art fair, and was chosen to represent Canada at the Visual arts Biennial in Venice in 2009.
Canadian-born Mark Lewis, now a resident of the UK, is first of all a professional photographer - he is also a contemporary artist and an artistic film-maker who enjoys working with themes such as "the urban", art and cinema, and the grey area between film and painting…
In 2003 he took part in an international contemporary art fair, and was chosen to represent Canada at the Visual arts Biennial in Venice in 2009.
Opening Times & Prices
From Saturday 4 October to Sunday 30 November 2008 :
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 14:00 to 19:00
Admission prices :
- Free
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 14:00 to 19:00
Admission prices :
- Free
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 44 73 44 00 |
| Fax: | |
| Email: | grand_cafe@mairie-saintnazaire.fr |
| Website: |
LE GRAND CAFE - CENTRE D ART CONTEMPORAIN
place des quatre z horloges
SAINT-NAZAIRE
FRANCE
44600
"Sculptures in a Park"
From Sunday, June 1 2008 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
Just around the château corner…
These works are an illustration of the evolution of sculpture. Each is a step in the progress of modern and contemporary sculpture either because of aesthetic choices, or because of the materials used. These works are obviously an important addition the the museum's collections, but more importantly they represent an arresting scene, an artistic surprise for the wanderers and visitors passing by…
These works are an illustration of the evolution of sculpture. Each is a step in the progress of modern and contemporary sculpture either because of aesthetic choices, or because of the materials used. These works are obviously an important addition the the museum's collections, but more importantly they represent an arresting scene, an artistic surprise for the wanderers and visitors passing by…
Opening Times & Prices
From Sunday 1 June to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 08:30 to 21:00
Admission prices :
- Free
- Everyday, from 08:30 to 21:00
Admission prices :
- Free
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | |
| Fax: | |
| Email: | mdn@ville-caen.fr |
| Website: |
CHATEAU DE CAEN
porte des Champs
CAEN
FRANCE
14000
Claude Levêque - Down the street - and Guillaume Constantin, exhibitions
From Saturday, September 13 2008 to Sunday, November 30 2008
Conquering places.
At first associated with the punk and trash movement of the 80's, Claure Lévêque has today become an established, respected and yet highly alternative figure on the French arts scene.
Lévêque redefines exhibition spaces through his environmental creations: innovative lighting, sound and objects work together to create a unique and engaging atmosphere…
At first associated with the punk and trash movement of the 80's, Claure Lévêque has today become an established, respected and yet highly alternative figure on the French arts scene.
Lévêque redefines exhibition spaces through his environmental creations: innovative lighting, sound and objects work together to create a unique and engaging atmosphere…
Opening Times & Prices
From Saturday 13 September to Sunday 30 November 2008 :
- From Wednesday to Sunday from 13:30 to 18:30
Admission prices :
- Free
Closed on 1 November
- From Wednesday to Sunday from 13:30 to 18:30
Admission prices :
- Free
Closed on 1 November
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 35 72 27 51 |
| Fax: | 02 35 72 23 10 |
| Email: | frac.haute.normandie@wanadoo.fr |
| Website: |
FONDS REGIONAL D ART CONTEMPORAIN DE HAUTE NORMANDIE
3
place des Martyrs de la Résistance
SOTTEVILLE-LES-ROUEN
FRANCE
76300
Utopiales, International Science-Fiction Festival in Nantes
Utopiales 2008
From Wednesday, October 29 2008 to Sunday, November 2 2008
Caught like a fly in a network…
This 2008 edition of the Utopiales Festival will be a 9th candle on the cake, so come celebrate 9 editions of a futuristic, fantastic event!
Every aspect of SF will be covered during this special 4-day event - in particular, the programme will revolve around a theme, Networks. An entire world of economic, technological, political and social power built on networks - this is the concept that scientists, writers and creators in the genre will be discussing and exploring.
This 2008 edition of the Utopiales Festival will be a 9th candle on the cake, so come celebrate 9 editions of a futuristic, fantastic event!
Every aspect of SF will be covered during this special 4-day event - in particular, the programme will revolve around a theme, Networks. An entire world of economic, technological, political and social power built on networks - this is the concept that scientists, writers and creators in the genre will be discussing and exploring.
Opening Times & Prices
From Wednesday 29 October to Sunday 2 November 2008 :
- Wednesday from 18:30 to 23:30
- From Thursday to Sunday doors open at 12:30
- Wednesday from 18:30 to 23:30
- From Thursday to Sunday doors open at 12:30
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 51 88 20 00 |
| Fax: | 02 51 88 20 20 |
| Email: | infocongres@congres-nantes.fr |
| Website: |
CITE DES CONGRES
5
rue de Valmy
NANTES
FRANCE
44000
"The Little Breton in Malicorne"
From Wednesday, June 4 2008 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
A unique folklore…
The Espace Faïence, in collaboration with the Breton museum (musée départemental breton) is organising an exhibition dedicated to Breton history.
The round hats, the "bigoud" headdresses, clogs and other "Bretoneries"… Born from a particular phase in 19th-century Breton decorative arts, these are the elements of an imaginary vision that makes up the collective Breton culture.
Le Petit Breton à Malicorne is about a unique and fascinating folklore. The exhibition draws from the works of Hippolyte Lalaisse, and the famous Breton icon created by Léon Pouplard.
The Espace Faïence, in collaboration with the Breton museum (musée départemental breton) is organising an exhibition dedicated to Breton history.
The round hats, the "bigoud" headdresses, clogs and other "Bretoneries"… Born from a particular phase in 19th-century Breton decorative arts, these are the elements of an imaginary vision that makes up the collective Breton culture.
Le Petit Breton à Malicorne is about a unique and fascinating folklore. The exhibition draws from the works of Hippolyte Lalaisse, and the famous Breton icon created by Léon Pouplard.
Opening Times & Prices
From Wednesday 4 June to Friday 31 October 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 19:00
From Saturday 1 November to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- From Wednesday to Monday from 10:00 to 12:30
- From Wednesday to Monday from 14:30 to 19:00
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 19:00
From Saturday 1 November to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- From Wednesday to Monday from 10:00 to 12:30
- From Wednesday to Monday from 14:30 to 19:00
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 43 48 07 17 |
| Fax: | 02 43 48 07 18 |
| Email: | espacefaience@wanadoo.fr |
| Website: |
ESPACE FAIENCE
10
rue Victor-Hugo
MALICORNE-SUR-SARTHE
FRANCE
72270
"Northern Lights"
From Friday, October 24 2008 to Sunday, January 25 2009
The Kunsthalle moves to Nantes…
The Fine Arts museum in Nantes will be presenting its own selection of masterpieces from the Kunsthalle zu Kiel, one of Germany's finest museums which blends ancient and contemporary art expertly.
Thirty paintings and sculptures and twenty drawings were selected to be displayed before a French and German public. The Fine Arts museum has decided to complement this display with a number of contemporary works to echo the 19th century paintings.
The Fine Arts museum in Nantes will be presenting its own selection of masterpieces from the Kunsthalle zu Kiel, one of Germany's finest museums which blends ancient and contemporary art expertly.
Thirty paintings and sculptures and twenty drawings were selected to be displayed before a French and German public. The Fine Arts museum has decided to complement this display with a number of contemporary works to echo the 19th century paintings.
Opening Times & Prices
From Friday 24 October 2008 to Sunday 25 January 2009 :
- From Wednesday to Monday from 10:00 to 18:00
- Special Fees :
- - School Groups : 3.5 €
- - Full price : 2 €
- - Until 18 years : Free
- - Children : Free
- - Unemployed : Free
- - School Groups : Free
- On first Sunday of the month from 10:00 to 18:00
- Special Fees :
- - Free
- From Wednesday to Monday from 10:00 to 18:00
- Special Fees :
- - School Groups : 3.5 €
- - Full price : 2 €
- - Until 18 years : Free
- - Children : Free
- - Unemployed : Free
- - School Groups : Free
- On first Sunday of the month from 10:00 to 18:00
- Special Fees :
- - Free
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 51 17 45 00 |
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MUSEE DES BEAUX ARTS
10
rue Georges-Clemenceau
NANTES
FRANCE
44000
"1300-year Anniversary of the Mont-Saint-Michel"
From Tuesday, January 1 2008 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
This year 2008 will be the 1300-year anniversary of the landscaping and urbanisation of the Mont-Saint-Michel. It was in the year 708 AD that this rocky island, until then known as the "graveyard mount", was visited by none other than Archangel Gabriel himself. A sanctuary was built at its highest point shortly afterwards, and in the 11th century a Roman abbey was raised for the order of Benedictine monks.
Throughout the centuries, men were united with a common goal to complete the edifice in the name of faith itself. Today the result is truly spectacular. It is only natural that locals would want to celebrate the anniversary of this architectural and natural masterpiece. For the occasion, a number of seminars and other events will be taking place on the site throughout the year.
Opening Times & Prices
From Tuesday 1 January to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 33 89 80 00 |
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| Email: | |
| Website: |
ABBAYE DU MONT SAINT-MICHEL
LE MONT SAINT MICHEL
FRANCE
50170
"Garden Colours, Garden Flavours"
From Wednesday, July 2 2008 to Saturday, November 29 2008
A garden that jumps off the page.
The Chantenay library will be displaying a collection of art-photos signed Jean Renaudineau for this exceptional "Couleurs et saveurs du jardin" exhibition.
Over 30 works will be on display and all are focused on a bucolic, refreshing theme: tomatoes! The visitor will be drawn into a lush green and red world full of summertime flavours…
The Chantenay library will be displaying a collection of art-photos signed Jean Renaudineau for this exceptional "Couleurs et saveurs du jardin" exhibition.
Over 30 works will be on display and all are focused on a bucolic, refreshing theme: tomatoes! The visitor will be drawn into a lush green and red world full of summertime flavours…
Opening Times & Prices
From Wednesday 2 July to Saturday 29 November 2008 :
- From Tuesday to Thursday from 13:30 to 18:00
- Wednesday and Saturday from 10:00 to 12:00
- Friday from 13:30 to 19:00
- Saturday from 13:30 to 17:00
- From Tuesday to Thursday from 13:30 to 18:00
- Wednesday and Saturday from 10:00 to 12:00
- Friday from 13:30 to 19:00
- Saturday from 13:30 to 17:00
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 40 46 26 96 |
| Fax: | |
| Email: | |
| Website: |
BIBLIOTHEQUE DE CHANTENAY
8
rue de la Constitution
NANTES
FRANCE
44000
"Walking on the Ocean Floor"
From Saturday, February 2 2008 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
Down in the crushing depths where man has no place…
A new attraction is available for visitors of the Cité de la Mer. From February 2nd, you can enjoy this fantastic experience thanks to cutting-edge 3D-animation and simulator technology: discover the abyss from the point of view of a submarine surrounded by deep-sea creatures!
From there you can enjoy an hour-long virtual tour… Open your eyes and admire the riches of Neptune's Kingdom!
A new attraction is available for visitors of the Cité de la Mer. From February 2nd, you can enjoy this fantastic experience thanks to cutting-edge 3D-animation and simulator technology: discover the abyss from the point of view of a submarine surrounded by deep-sea creatures!
From there you can enjoy an hour-long virtual tour… Open your eyes and admire the riches of Neptune's Kingdom!
Opening Times & Prices
From Saturday 2 February to Sunday 9 March 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:30 to 18:00
From Monday 10 March to Friday 4 April 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
From Saturday 5 April to Monday 30 June 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:30 to 18:00
From Tuesday 1 July to Sunday 31 August 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:30 to 19:00
From Monday 1 to Tuesday 30 September 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:30 to 18:00
From Wednesday 1 to Friday 24 October 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
From Saturday 25 October to Wednesday 5 November 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:30 to 18:00
From Thursday 6 to Sunday 16 November 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
From Tuesday 18 November to Sunday 7 December 2008 :
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00
From Monday 8 to Sunday 14 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
From Tuesday 16 to Friday 19 December 2008 :
- From Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 to 18:00
From Saturday 20 to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:30 to 18:00
Closed on 25 December
- Everyday, from 09:30 to 18:00
From Monday 10 March to Friday 4 April 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
From Saturday 5 April to Monday 30 June 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:30 to 18:00
From Tuesday 1 July to Sunday 31 August 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:30 to 19:00
From Monday 1 to Tuesday 30 September 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:30 to 18:00
From Wednesday 1 to Friday 24 October 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
From Saturday 25 October to Wednesday 5 November 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:30 to 18:00
From Thursday 6 to Sunday 16 November 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
From Tuesday 18 November to Sunday 7 December 2008 :
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00
From Monday 8 to Sunday 14 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
From Tuesday 16 to Friday 19 December 2008 :
- From Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 to 18:00
From Saturday 20 to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:30 to 18:00
Closed on 25 December
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 33 20 26 26 |
| Fax: | 02 33 20 26 27 |
| Email: | informations@citedelamer.com |
| Website: |
LA CITE DE LA MER
Gare Maritime Transatlantique
CHERBOURG
FRANCE
50100
Quimper Flea Market
Saturday, November 1 2008
Hunting for good deals
Are second-hand stores, flea markets, boot sales, and craft fairs your favorite places to shop? If so, don't miss this opportunity to find a deal of a lifetime. Whether you're into antiques or collectibles or just looking for something original, you can find anything and everything here at bargain prices. Take advantage of this local marketplace to find just what you've been looking for!
Are second-hand stores, flea markets, boot sales, and craft fairs your favorite places to shop? If so, don't miss this opportunity to find a deal of a lifetime. Whether you're into antiques or collectibles or just looking for something original, you can find anything and everything here at bargain prices. Take advantage of this local marketplace to find just what you've been looking for!
Opening Times & Prices
On Saturday 1 November 2008 :
- Saturday from 09:00 to 18:00
- Saturday from 09:00 to 18:00
Event Contact Information
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RUE SAINTE-CATHERINE
rue Sainte-Catherine
QUIMPER
FRANCE
29000
Le Havre - Monaco
Ligue 1 saison 2008 - 2009
Saturday, November 1 2008
A dangerous newcomer.
Le Havre :
Jean-Marc Nobilo's young troops will be facing the elite after a well-deserved victory in Ligue 2 - from now on they will be battling the titans of the French clubs.
Thus the Normandy team will have to maintain a solid season if they don't want to be relegated, once again, to League 2.
Le Havre :
Jean-Marc Nobilo's young troops will be facing the elite after a well-deserved victory in Ligue 2 - from now on they will be battling the titans of the French clubs.
Thus the Normandy team will have to maintain a solid season if they don't want to be relegated, once again, to League 2.
Opening Times & Prices
On Saturday 1 November 2008 :
- Saturday from 20:00 to 22:00
- Saturday from 20:00 to 22:00
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 35 45 02 21 |
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STADE JULES DESCHASEAUX
rue du Commandant-Abadie
LE HAVRE
FRANCE
76600
- The Treasure of Tutankhamun's Tomb -
From Wednesday, October 22 2008 to Monday, November 3 2008
Ancient Beauty.
A new exhibition dedicated to Pharaohs and Egypt will begin at the Park des Expositions Chorus for All Saint's Day - the focus will be the discovery and excavation of Tutankhamun's grave, and the inestimable treasure locked away with the dying "God" for his travels to the underworld. Over 1000 pieces, replicas crafted by the Cairo museum's workshops, will be presented in a sumptuous decor.
A new exhibition dedicated to Pharaohs and Egypt will begin at the Park des Expositions Chorus for All Saint's Day - the focus will be the discovery and excavation of Tutankhamun's grave, and the inestimable treasure locked away with the dying "God" for his travels to the underworld. Over 1000 pieces, replicas crafted by the Cairo museum's workshops, will be presented in a sumptuous decor.
Opening Times & Prices
From Wednesday 22 October to Monday 3 November 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 19:00
Admission prices :
- Full price : 9 €
- Reduced price : 6 €
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 19:00
Admission prices :
- Full price : 9 €
- Reduced price : 6 €
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 97 46 41 41 |
| Fax: | 02 97 46 06 85 |
| Email: | info@lechorus.com |
| Website: |
PARC DES EXPOSITIONS CHORUS DE VANNES
parc du Golfe
Comité d'organisation des foires et salons
VANNES
FRANCE
56000
"Atelier 3, transpositions, tapestries, 1972-2008"
From Friday, June 27 2008 to Sunday, November 2 2008
Contemporary tapestry…
Atelier 3 ("Workshop 3") was formed in Paris in 1972, in the midst of the Nouvelle Tapisserie movement. Three figures were behind this creation: Frédérique Bachellerie, Peter Schönwald and Michel Slaghenauffi (who left the group in 1978).
Over 700 tapestries have been made in the past 30 years in the confines of this workshop, with over 70 artists collaborating with Atelier 3. These include Man Ray, whose "Revolving Doors" spawned 10 tapestries, but also Corneille, Jorn-Wemaëre, Lindström, Arman, Combas and Downing...
Aside the artwork itself, the workshop members have been researching innovative and sometimes unsettling materials and techniques to apply to their artwork. Always open to new and difficult projects, they are very much in tune with contemporary creation in their field.
Atelier 3 ("Workshop 3") was formed in Paris in 1972, in the midst of the Nouvelle Tapisserie movement. Three figures were behind this creation: Frédérique Bachellerie, Peter Schönwald and Michel Slaghenauffi (who left the group in 1978).
Over 700 tapestries have been made in the past 30 years in the confines of this workshop, with over 70 artists collaborating with Atelier 3. These include Man Ray, whose "Revolving Doors" spawned 10 tapestries, but also Corneille, Jorn-Wemaëre, Lindström, Arman, Combas and Downing...
Aside the artwork itself, the workshop members have been researching innovative and sometimes unsettling materials and techniques to apply to their artwork. Always open to new and difficult projects, they are very much in tune with contemporary creation in their field.
Opening Times & Prices
From Friday 27 June to Sunday 28 September 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:30
From Tuesday 30 September to Sunday 2 November 2008 :
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 12:00
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 14:00 to 18:00
Admission prices :
- 4 €
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:30
From Tuesday 30 September to Sunday 2 November 2008 :
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 12:00
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 14:00 to 18:00
Admission prices :
- 4 €
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 41 24 18 45 |
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MUSEE JEAN LURCAT ET DE LA TAPISSERIE CONTEMPORAINE
4
boulevard Arago
ANGERS
FRANCE
49000
"King Arthur: A Legend in the Making"
From Tuesday, July 15 2008 to Sunday, January 4 2009
The once and future king.
This first ever exhibition dedicated to the legend of King Arthur aims to retrace, understand and explain the mythology related to Arthur. This event boasts the prestigious "Exposition d'intérêt national" label (or "exhibition of interest to the nation") which is granted by the ministry of culture.
This legend is one if not the most important literary and artistic theme in European culture, and it has always been a highly-popular story. The Champs Libre exhibition aims to reveal the actual King arthur, the keystone of a veritable literary institution that blends magic, war and love… Aside the actual historical fact, this expo refers to old sources as much as contemporary adaptations, in order to better understand the birth of an almost universal legend.
Over 200 works linked to the myth will be on display, along with a number of historical and iconographical documents.
This first ever exhibition dedicated to the legend of King Arthur aims to retrace, understand and explain the mythology related to Arthur. This event boasts the prestigious "Exposition d'intérêt national" label (or "exhibition of interest to the nation") which is granted by the ministry of culture.
This legend is one if not the most important literary and artistic theme in European culture, and it has always been a highly-popular story. The Champs Libre exhibition aims to reveal the actual King arthur, the keystone of a veritable literary institution that blends magic, war and love… Aside the actual historical fact, this expo refers to old sources as much as contemporary adaptations, in order to better understand the birth of an almost universal legend.
Over 200 works linked to the myth will be on display, along with a number of historical and iconographical documents.
Opening Times & Prices
From Tuesday 15 July 2008 to Sunday 4 January 2009 :
- Tuesday from 12:00 to 21:00
- From Wednesday to Friday from 12:00 to 19:00
- Saturday, Sunday from 14:00 to 19:00
Admission prices :
- Full price : 4 €
- Reduced price : 3 €
Closed on 1 January, 15 August, 1 November, 11 November and 25 December
- Tuesday from 12:00 to 21:00
- From Wednesday to Friday from 12:00 to 19:00
- Saturday, Sunday from 14:00 to 19:00
Admission prices :
- Full price : 4 €
- Reduced price : 3 €
Closed on 1 January, 15 August, 1 November, 11 November and 25 December
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 23 40 66 70 |
| Fax: | 02 23 40 66 94 |
| Email: | museebzh@leschampslibres.fr |
| Website: |
LES CHAMPS LIBRES - MUSEE DE BRETAGNE
cours des Alliés
RENNES
FRANCE
35000
"Bayeux Porcelain"
From Sunday, June 1 2008 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
Fragile, but worthwhile art.
This fascinating exhibition deals with the history of porcelain production in Bayeux, some of the highest quality in the world!
The Porcelaine de Bayeux expo is a sort of grand retrospective based on the immense collections of Michel J. Morlent and Ginette Aulombard-Morlent. Expect to see some magnificent pieces!
This fascinating exhibition deals with the history of porcelain production in Bayeux, some of the highest quality in the world!
The Porcelaine de Bayeux expo is a sort of grand retrospective based on the immense collections of Michel J. Morlent and Ginette Aulombard-Morlent. Expect to see some magnificent pieces!
Opening Times & Prices
From Sunday 1 June to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 12:00
From Tuesday 1 July to Sunday 31 August 2008 :
- Everyday, from 14:00 to 19:00
From Monday 1 September to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 14:00 to 18:00
Admission prices :
- Full price : 3.5 €
- Reduced price : 2 €
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 12:00
From Tuesday 1 July to Sunday 31 August 2008 :
- Everyday, from 14:00 to 19:00
From Monday 1 September to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 14:00 to 18:00
Admission prices :
- Full price : 3.5 €
- Reduced price : 2 €
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 31 92 14 21 |
| Fax: | 02 31 21 91 84 |
| Email: | barongerard@mairie-bayeux.fr |
| Website: |
MUSEE DU BARON GERARD
place de la Liberté
Hôtel du Doyen, rue Lambert Leforestier
BAYEUX
FRANCE
14400
Gardens of the Château du Grand-Lucé
From Saturday, January 1 2005 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
French formal gardens.
The Grand-Lucé gardens, redesigned and opened to the public in 1999, take their inspiration from 18th century texts.
The French-style gardens with their shaped box-hedges, green rooms and exotic garden culminate at the great staircase leading to the floral kitchen garden.
In the distance, the view opens out onto the landscaped park with its reflecting pool mirroring the image of the chateau, its crown of lime trees and its ha-ha, or sunken fence.
The adjoining forest covers 17 hectares, crisscrossed by rides dotted with statues.
The Grand-Lucé gardens, redesigned and opened to the public in 1999, take their inspiration from 18th century texts.
The French-style gardens with their shaped box-hedges, green rooms and exotic garden culminate at the great staircase leading to the floral kitchen garden.
In the distance, the view opens out onto the landscaped park with its reflecting pool mirroring the image of the chateau, its crown of lime trees and its ha-ha, or sunken fence.
The adjoining forest covers 17 hectares, crisscrossed by rides dotted with statues.
Opening Times & Prices
All year long :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
From Saturday 1 November to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:00 to 18:00
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
From Saturday 1 November to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:00 to 18:00
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 43 40 85 56 |
| Fax: | 02 43 40 94 97 |
| Email: | chateaugrand-luce@wanadoo.fr |
| Website: |
JARDINS DU CHATEAU DU GRAND-LUCE
9
place de la République
LE GRAND LUCE
FRANCE
72150
Visit Le Secq des Tournelles Museum
From Saturday, January 1 2005 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
Unrivalled in Europe.
Since 1921, the church of Saint-Laurent (15th and 16th century) has housed a collection of wrought ironwork that was and is a reference of its kind in Europe.
Its donor Henri Le Secq des Tournelles made over to the city of Rouen the first methodical collection of ironwork, begun in 1862 by his father Jean-Louis Le Secq Destournelles (1818-1882).
The latter, a member of the Mission Héliographique mounted by Prosper Mérimée to take photographs of outstanding monuments on behalf of the French Monuments Historiques department, was at once a practical, hands-on man, a painter and an art-lover. His was the original idea of taking an interest in hitherto overlooked objects: he began acquiring, from demolition sites as well as on the art market, every article of outstanding ironwork that he could find, with the exception of arms and armour, which others were already collecting.
Since 1921, the church of Saint-Laurent (15th and 16th century) has housed a collection of wrought ironwork that was and is a reference of its kind in Europe.
Its donor Henri Le Secq des Tournelles made over to the city of Rouen the first methodical collection of ironwork, begun in 1862 by his father Jean-Louis Le Secq Destournelles (1818-1882).
The latter, a member of the Mission Héliographique mounted by Prosper Mérimée to take photographs of outstanding monuments on behalf of the French Monuments Historiques department, was at once a practical, hands-on man, a painter and an art-lover. His was the original idea of taking an interest in hitherto overlooked objects: he began acquiring, from demolition sites as well as on the art market, every article of outstanding ironwork that he could find, with the exception of arms and armour, which others were already collecting.
Opening Times & Prices
All year long :
- From Wednesday to Monday from 10:00 to 13:00
- From Wednesday to Monday from 14:00 to 18:00
Admission prices :
- Full price : 2.3 €
- Reduced price : 1.55 €
Closed on 1 January, 24 March, 1 May, 1 May, 8 May, 12 May, 14 July, 15 August, 1 November, 11 November and 25 December
- From Wednesday to Monday from 10:00 to 13:00
- From Wednesday to Monday from 14:00 to 18:00
Admission prices :
- Full price : 2.3 €
- Reduced price : 1.55 €
Closed on 1 January, 24 March, 1 May, 1 May, 8 May, 12 May, 14 July, 15 August, 1 November, 11 November and 25 December
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 35 88 42 92 |
| Fax: | 02 35 15 43 23 |
| Email: | |
| Website: |
MUSEE LE SECQ DES TOURNELLES
2
rue Jacques-Villon
ROUEN
FRANCE
76000
Visit the Chocolate Museum
From Monday, January 1 2007 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
In praise of "xocoatl".
Chocolate had to journey from the other side of the world to bring its delights to Europe. The Chocolate Museum prides itself on explaining that journey and the history of chocolate from the time of the first cocoa trees, venerated by the Maya, until the arrival of the precious cocoa beans in Europe to be processed and turned into various preparations.
The highlight of the show? Watching, from behind glass windows, the preparation of drakkars, chocolates, mouldings and apples in Calvados.
Chocolate had to journey from the other side of the world to bring its delights to Europe. The Chocolate Museum prides itself on explaining that journey and the history of chocolate from the time of the first cocoa trees, venerated by the Maya, until the arrival of the precious cocoa beans in Europe to be processed and turned into various preparations.
The highlight of the show? Watching, from behind glass windows, the preparation of drakkars, chocolates, mouldings and apples in Calvados.
Opening Times & Prices
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 31 10 00 05 |
| Fax: | 02 31 10 00 30 |
| Email: | choco-drakkar@orange.fr |
| Website: |
MUSEE DU CHOCOLAT
ZA Bayeux Intercom
NONANT
FRANCE
14400
Place des Lices Market, Rennes
From Wednesday, December 1 2004 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
Shop inside an architectural masterpiece.
Architect Jean-Baptiste Martenot was responsible for the two market halls in the Place des Lices.
The two constructions are the very quintessence of 19th century metallic architecture.
They lend themselves perfectly to exhibitions as well as to events like the Marché des Lices, recognised as the 3rd biggest market in France.
Architect Jean-Baptiste Martenot was responsible for the two market halls in the Place des Lices.
The two constructions are the very quintessence of 19th century metallic architecture.
They lend themselves perfectly to exhibitions as well as to events like the Marché des Lices, recognised as the 3rd biggest market in France.
Opening Times & Prices
All year long :
- Saturday from 07:00 to 13:00
- Saturday from 07:00 to 13:00
Event Contact Information
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PLACE DES LICES
place des Lices
RENNES
FRANCE
35000
Planète Sauvage animal reserve
From Saturday, March 4 2006 to Sunday, November 30 2008
Roaring good fun!
Planète Sauvage safari park is where man meets animals in the wild. As you drive along its 10km of safari trails, you will see over 2,000 amazing and majestic animals: elephants, big cats, zebras, camels, bears, etc. Admire whole herds of animals and share the secrets of their life.
After 2 hours of thrilling game-watching, it's time to visit the Cité Marine for a fantastic sea-lion show and demonstration flights by birds of prey.
The adventure continues in the bush village. Surrounded by animals, this is a world that will fascinate children and adults alike, before embarking on an extraordinary adventure on the Jungle Trail: crossing a liana bridge to track down a tribe of macaque monkeys.
Planète Sauvage safari park is where man meets animals in the wild. As you drive along its 10km of safari trails, you will see over 2,000 amazing and majestic animals: elephants, big cats, zebras, camels, bears, etc. Admire whole herds of animals and share the secrets of their life.
After 2 hours of thrilling game-watching, it's time to visit the Cité Marine for a fantastic sea-lion show and demonstration flights by birds of prey.
The adventure continues in the bush village. Surrounded by animals, this is a world that will fascinate children and adults alike, before embarking on an extraordinary adventure on the Jungle Trail: crossing a liana bridge to track down a tribe of macaque monkeys.
Opening Times & Prices
From Tuesday 1 July to Sunday 31 August 2008 :
- Everyday, from 09:30 to 17:30
From Monday 1 September to Sunday 30 November 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 16:00
Admission prices :
- Full price : 17 €
- From 4 to 14 years : 11 €
- Everyday, from 09:30 to 17:30
From Monday 1 September to Sunday 30 November 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 16:00
Admission prices :
- Full price : 17 €
- From 4 to 14 years : 11 €
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 40 04 82 82 |
| Fax: | 02 40 04 87 43 |
| Email: | info@planetesauvage.com |
| Website: |
PLANETE SAUVAGE
La Chevalerie
PORT-SAINT-PERE
FRANCE
44710
Behind the wheel at the International Automobile Racetrack
From Saturday, January 1 2005 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
Learn the professional driver's touch.
A stable of 90 performance cars, rotated regularly, takes you roaring along the track and roads running through 90 hectares of exceptional settings as you discover the thrill of driving.
Daily and by appointment for groups and individuals, get in training for one of five activities:
Grand Prix go-karting: steer your 270cm3 sports kart round the 800-metres FFSA-aproved track;
25€ per half-hour and per person (includes initial briefing, time trials and race, minimum age: 14) ;
Quad biking on 15km of off-road tracks and paths;
25€ per half-hour and per person, minimum age: 6;
Driving a Lotus Super 7 (115 CV, 520 kg);
80€ per half-hour and per car, driving licence required;
Driving a Lotus Elise (130 CV) or Spider Renault Sport (150 CV) for an introduction to race drivng on a 2km race-track;
95€ per half-hour and per car, permanent radio contact with the instructor, personalised comments, driving licence required;
In association with Renault Sport, take the wheel of the Mégane RS, Clio RS or Clio V6;
100€ per 1/2 hour per car, 40€ for an introductory drive in a Clio V6.
A stable of 90 performance cars, rotated regularly, takes you roaring along the track and roads running through 90 hectares of exceptional settings as you discover the thrill of driving.
Daily and by appointment for groups and individuals, get in training for one of five activities:
Grand Prix go-karting: steer your 270cm3 sports kart round the 800-metres FFSA-aproved track;
25€ per half-hour and per person (includes initial briefing, time trials and race, minimum age: 14) ;
Quad biking on 15km of off-road tracks and paths;
25€ per half-hour and per person, minimum age: 6;
Driving a Lotus Super 7 (115 CV, 520 kg);
80€ per half-hour and per car, driving licence required;
Driving a Lotus Elise (130 CV) or Spider Renault Sport (150 CV) for an introduction to race drivng on a 2km race-track;
95€ per half-hour and per car, permanent radio contact with the instructor, personalised comments, driving licence required;
In association with Renault Sport, take the wheel of the Mégane RS, Clio RS or Clio V6;
100€ per 1/2 hour per car, 40€ for an introductory drive in a Clio V6.
Opening Times & Prices
From Saturday 19 January to Friday 19 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 18:00
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 31 64 39 01 |
| Fax: | 02 31 64 39 02 |
| Email: | circuit-eia@wanadoo.fr |
| Website: |
CIRCUIT DE L ESPACE INTERNATIONAL AUTOMOBILE (EIA)
domaine de Betteville
PONT-L EVEQUE
FRANCE
14130
V'eol
From Saturday, March 22 2008 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
A bike, my kingdom for a bike!
March 23rd 2008 is the inauguration date for the new self-service bicycle-rental system organised by the Caen town hall: V'eol.
With over 40 parking stations throughout the city, a new transport system is available for locals and tourists alike. The service will be at your disposal 24/7, forever changing the workings of inner-city transportation. Not only will it reduce pollution, but users will be getting fitter at every ride!
V'eol parking stations are positioned throughout the city.
March 23rd 2008 is the inauguration date for the new self-service bicycle-rental system organised by the Caen town hall: V'eol.
With over 40 parking stations throughout the city, a new transport system is available for locals and tourists alike. The service will be at your disposal 24/7, forever changing the workings of inner-city transportation. Not only will it reduce pollution, but users will be getting fitter at every ride!
V'eol parking stations are positioned throughout the city.
Opening Times & Prices
From Saturday 22 March to Wednesday 31 December 2008 :
- Everyday, from 00:01 to 23:59
- Everyday, from 00:01 to 23:59
Event Contact Information
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CENTRE-VILLE DE CAEN
esplanade Jean-Marie-Louvel
CAEN
FRANCE
14000
Discover the 20th century architecture of Nantes
From Saturday, January 1 2005 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
Nantes, a modern, contemporary city.
From industrial architecture like the Batignolles plant or the famous Lefèvre-Utile (LU) factory, now home to the Nantes national theatre, from religious buildings like the parish church of Sainte-Thérèse, from modern housing or offices (Le Corbusier's Delamarre building) to post-war reconstruction, from Art Nouveau (villa Jeannette) to Art Déco (CGA building), Nantes is chock-full of an exciting urban contemporary architectural heritage most of which was built during the "Trente Glorieuses", the heady years of post-war expansion from 1945 to 1975.
From industrial architecture like the Batignolles plant or the famous Lefèvre-Utile (LU) factory, now home to the Nantes national theatre, from religious buildings like the parish church of Sainte-Thérèse, from modern housing or offices (Le Corbusier's Delamarre building) to post-war reconstruction, from Art Nouveau (villa Jeannette) to Art Déco (CGA building), Nantes is chock-full of an exciting urban contemporary architectural heritage most of which was built during the "Trente Glorieuses", the heady years of post-war expansion from 1945 to 1975.
Opening Times & Prices
All year long :
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00
- From Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 40 20 60 00 |
| Fax: | |
| Email: | office@nantes-tourisme.com |
| Website: |
OFFICE DE TOURISME DE NANTES
3
cours Olivier-de-Clisson
NANTES
FRANCE
44000
Visit the Planetarium
From Tuesday, January 1 2008 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
Head in the stars...
The Planetarium attracts over 30,000 visitors a year and is one of the fascinating cultural and instructive experiences not to be missed in Nantes.
Identifying the Big Dipper is only part of it; space, the heavens above us and the Milky Way contain infinitely more mysteries.
If you dream of travelling in space and would like to learn more about astronomy by seeing projections of the main constellations, this is the place for you!
The Planetarium attracts over 30,000 visitors a year and is one of the fascinating cultural and instructive experiences not to be missed in Nantes.
Identifying the Big Dipper is only part of it; space, the heavens above us and the Milky Way contain infinitely more mysteries.
If you dream of travelling in space and would like to learn more about astronomy by seeing projections of the main constellations, this is the place for you!
Opening Times & Prices
All year long :
- From Monday to Friday from 10:30 to 16:45
- Sunday from 15:00 to 17:30
Admission prices :
- Full price : 5 €
- Reduced price : 2.5 €
Closed on 1 January, 1 May, 1 November and 25 December
- From Monday to Friday from 10:30 to 16:45
- Sunday from 15:00 to 17:30
Admission prices :
- Full price : 5 €
- Reduced price : 2.5 €
Closed on 1 January, 1 May, 1 November and 25 December
Event Contact Information
| Tel: | 02 40 73 99 23 |
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PLANETARIUM DE NANTES
8
rue des Acadiens
NANTES
FRANCE
44000
Visit the Memorial Museum of the Battle of Normandy, Bayeux
From Monday, October 1 2007 to Wednesday, December 31 2008
The Longest Day.
A short distance from the beaches of the Normandy Landings, the Battle of Normandy memorial museum in Bayeux, the first town to be liberated on the morning of 7 June 1944, presents a unique and exhaustive picture of the fighting that took place on Norman soil between 7 J
A short distance from the beaches of the Normandy Landings, the Battle of Normandy memorial museum in Bayeux, the first town to be liberated on the morning of 7 June 1944, presents a unique and exhaustive picture of the fighting that took place on Norman soil between 7 J