In the heart of the Arsenal de Colbert, discover the Corderie Royale built in 1666 by order of Louis XIV. For two centuries, the Corderie Royale manufactured ropes for the tall ships of the Royal Navy.
In the heart of the Arsenal de Colbert, discover the Corderie Royale built in 1666 by order of Louis XIV. For two centuries, the Corderie Royale manufactured ropes for the tall ships of the Royal Navy.
At the start of the visit, an immersive show immerses you in the history of the Corderie Royale.
Through workshops and interactive experiences, (re)discover the primary function of the building, that of transforming matter through its different stages: spinning, laying and seamanship.
Tactile manipulations, image projection, edutainment terminals, interactive games, optical theatre... A series of experiences awaits you to understand the history of ropemaking.
And also:
¤ temporary exhibitions
¤ a bookstore specializing in the maritime field
¤ the String Shop
¤ Les Longitudes restaurant
For blind visitors: audio description synchronized with the audiovisual show, audio-described tour in the permanent exhibition
For hearing-impaired and non-hearing visitors: the audiovisual room is equipped with an audio magnetic loop. Scrolling text synchronized with the audiovisual show
LSF tour of the permanent exhibition included in the audio guideGroupsof 15 50 people to
Average length of visit : 1h
Average visit duration for groups : 1h
- Prices
Reduced price: €8,50 (Job seeker, student, spa guest’s house, Pass-Time card)
Adult: from €8,50 to €10 (€8,50 with the Privilege Card)
Child (6-15 years old): € 6
Disabled: €6.
Free for children under 6, the press.
Group rate from 15 people.
Family rate: €26 for 2 adults + 2 to 5 children.Method(s) of payment acceptedCheque Culture Check Cash Bank / credit card Vacation check
OpeningsFrom 30/03 to 30/06/2024
Open every day from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.
From 01/07 to 01/09/2024, daily from 10 a.m. to 19 p.m.
From 02/09 to 03/11/2024
Open every day from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.
From 06/11 to 20/12/2024
Open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 17 p.m.
From: 21 / 12 / 2024 To: 05 / 01 / 2025
Open every day from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.
Exceptional closings on January 1 and December 25.Pet FriendlyYes
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