Submarine Espadon

  • Visite du Sous-Marin Espadon à Saint Nazaire
  • Visite du Sous-Marin Espadon à Saint Nazaire
  • Visite du Sous-Marin Espadon à Saint Nazaire
  • Visite du Sous-Marin Espadon à Saint Nazaire
  • Visite du Sous-Marin Espadon à Saint Nazaire
  • Visite du Sous-Marin Espadon à Saint Nazaire
  • Visite du Sous-Marin Espadon à Saint Nazaire
  • Visite du Sous-Marin Espadon à Saint Nazaire
  • Visite du Sous-Marin Espadon à Saint Nazaire
  • Visite du Sous-Marin Espadon à Saint Nazaire
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Presentation

The submarine trip... in Saint Nazaire!
Embark on a journey aboard the first French submarine to dive under the ice pack!
Between the main passageway, the listening post and the torpedo room, imagine yourself in the depths of the sea. In turn, during a surprising visit, experience the life of a submariner.
The Espadon submarine is a certified "Musée de France".
A true undersea expedition
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea... you are about to experience the many sensations of such a journey. Your destination? Your mission? You will find out on-site, as this tour is designed as a genuine underwater expedition. You will explore the entire submarine, traversing the main passageway and the crew's living quarters for a truly immersive experience.

An exceptional historic monument
A former French Navy vessel launched in 1958, the submarine *Espadon* covered a distance equivalent to circling the Earth 17 times during its 25 years of service. It was the first submersible to navigate beneath the Arctic ice and remains the only floating submarine open to visitors in France today.

3 great reasons to visit the Espadon submarine: 
  • 🌊 Imagine yourself on a mission in the ocean depths—even beyond the Arctic Circle—for weeks on end
  • 👥 Understand how a crew of 65 men lived together in such a confined space
  • 🎧 Discover the new immersive sound experience and listen to amazing sounds, such as a school of shrimp or an iceberg breaking apart
A tour for the whole family:
  • 2 audio-guided tours: one for adults and one specially designed for children
  • Average duration: approximately 40 minutes
  • Timed entry – booking recommended
  • Last admission: 30 minutes before closing

Tips and ticketing:
  • 💡 Check out our great-value ticket bundles! "Pass Écluse": Espadon Submarine + EOL Wind Power Centre
  • 🎟️ Discounted tickets available at Tourist Offices, at 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 offices' opening dates and times: here
Opening day(s)

From Saturday 07 February to Thursday 31 December 2026

Every day

09:30 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 18:00

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
  • PERIOD OF SITE OR HISTORIC MONUMENT :
    • 20th century
  • ACESSIBILITY :
    • No access to mobility impaired persons
  • PETS :
    • Pets not allowed
  • Specific informations :
    • Preferential ticket prices at the tourist office
    • Visits at specific times
    • Online ticket sales

Prices

FaresMinMax
07/02/2026 - 31/12/2026
Adult Rate 13.00€
Children between 4 and 17 years old 6.50€
Reduced rate11.00€Étudiants, demandeurs d?emploi, carte famille nombreuse (sur présentation d'un justificatif)
  • MEANS OF PAYMENT :
    • Cash in Euros
    • Credit card
    • Holiday vouchers (check only valid in France)
    • Bank and post cheques
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Destination
Saint-Nazaire Renversante - Sous-Marin Espadon
Avenue de la Forme Ecluse
44600
ST NAZAIRE
GPS coordinates
Latitude : 47.27569
Longitude : -2.19935
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Contact details
Avenue de la Forme Ecluse
44600
ST NAZAIRE
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Phone : +33 2 28 540 640
Website "Submarine Espadon"
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