Ecomuseum in Saint-Nazaire

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Presentation

A captivating journey through the history of Saint-Nazaire.

🛳️ The Great Saint-Nazaire Adventure
Located on the banks of the Loire estuary, the Saint-Nazaire Ecomuseum chronicles the unique history of Saint-Nazaire, its port, and its major industries. Documents, collectibles, and scale models tell the story of this city open to the world—the birthplace of nearly 170 ocean liners. Large-scale models, paintings, posters, photographs, and technical artifacts (such as lighthouse optics, foghorns, and shipbuilding tools) illustrate the many facets of Saint-Nazaire’s remarkable journey.

📜 The Unique History of Saint-Nazaire
Saint-Nazaire’s history is a blend of triumphant moments—such as the conquest of sea and sky and the pursuit of social progress—and dark times, most notably World War II. The Ecomuseum’s permanent exhibition takes visitors on a journey through this unique history, spanning from the 19th-century creation of the port and the city itself to the town's reconstruction in the 1950s.

✈️ A Permanent Exhibition Dedicated to Saint-Nazaire’s Aviation Industry
In 1923, Saint-Nazaire’s shipyards ventured into aircraft manufacturing. From early seaplane trials on the Loire estuary to the modern-day assembly of Airbus aircraft, aviation is inextricably linked to Saint-Nazaire’s industrial heritage. A dedicated section of the museum showcases this epic aviation story through scale models, collectibles, and an exclusive animated film that recounts this significant yet little-known history.

🤩 5 Great Reasons to Visit the Saint-Nazaire Ecomuseum:

Immerse yourself in Saint-Nazaire’s great transatlantic adventure: XXL scale models and collectibles trace the port city’s golden age. Dive into the heart of Saint-Nazaire’s aviation heritage: the permanent exhibition reveals the fascinating history of the city’s aerospace industry, which began in 1923.
Understand the strategic importance of Saint-Nazaire: a historic port at the mouth of the Loire estuary—situated between the Guérande Peninsula and the Grande Brière marshes—serving as a gateway to the Atlantic Ocean.
Marvel at giant scale models: legendary ships, seaplanes, shipyards, Old Saint-Nazaire, and more. A captivating experience for children and families alike.
Explore the museum as a family: every Wednesday during school holidays, fun activities offer a chance to discover the city’s history and the museum’s exhibits.

Tips and Ticketing:

💡 Check out our great-value combo deals! "Pass Transat": Escal'Atlantic + Écomusée.
🎟️ Discounted tickets available at Tourist Offices, the reception desk, or by phone: Les Moutiers-en-Retz, La Bernerie-en-Retz, Pornic, Préfailles, La Plaine-sur-Mer, Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef, and Villeneuve-en-Retz.
📅 Find our office opening dates and times here.

Opening day(s)

From Saturday 07 February to Thursday 31 December 2026

Every day

14:00 to 18:00

Every day

09:30 to 13:00

From Monday 02 November to Friday 18 December 2026

Every day

Exceptionally open : Wednesday 11 November 2026

Information

SITUATION :
- Saint Nazaire / Peninsula of Guérande
Opening period :
- Winter holidays
- Spring holidays
- Summer holidays
- All Saints' Day holidays
- Christmas holidays
ACESSIBILITY :
Facilities for mobility impaired persons :
- Details of facilities Uniquement le rez-de chaussée
PETS :
- Pets not allowed
Specific informations :
- Preferential ticket prices at the tourist office
- Visits at specific times
- Online ticket sales

Prices

Fares	Category	Min
08/02/2025 - 04/01/2026
Adult Rate		6.00€
Reduced adult rate		5.00€	Lycéens, étudiants, demandeurs d?emploi, personne en situation de handicap et son accompagnant (sur présentation d?un justificatif)
Reduced rate	de 4 à 17 ans	3.00€
Reduced rate	moins de 4 ans	Free

MEANS OF PAYMENT :

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Destination

Saint-Nazaire Renversante - Ecomusée

Avenue de Saint-Hubert

44600

ST NAZAIRE

GPS coordinates

Latitude : 47.27397

Longitude : -2.19866

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Avenue de Saint-Hubert

44600

ST NAZAIRE

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Phone : +33 2 28 540 640

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