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SUBMARINE ESPADON : SAINT NAZAIRE

Built in Le Havre and launched in 1958, this submarine covered during its 25 year long career the equivalent of 17 times the circumference of the earth ! Since 1987, the Espadon (Swordfish) has been the only floating submarine open to the public in France.

Come on board and discover the surprising history of this boat, the first French submarine to have dived beneath the North Pole ice field. Experience the living conditions of the 65 crew members who had to share one (salt water) shower, and put yourself into the strategic position of the " golden ears "...

The audioguided tour offers fascinating insights into the life of the submariners but also gives the possibility to listen to sounds which are not exactly part of everyday life : have you ever heard the noise made by hundreds of shrimps under water, or by an iceberg braking in two ?

Audioguided tour (30 minutes). No booking.

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Tickets prices and General admission

February - march - october - november - december
From Wednesday to Sunday 10.00am till 12.00am and 2pm till 5.30pm

Adults 6,90€
Childrens 5,40€

April to september
Everyday 10.00am till 12.00am and 2pm till 5.00pm (5.25pm from july 14th to august 15th)

Adults 8€
Childrens 6€

Address : boulevard de la Légion d'Honneur
Zip code : 44600
City : Saint Nazaire (12kms from La Baule)
Website :
www.saint-nazaire-tourisme.com
Phone : +33 228 540 640

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Saint Nazaire Submarine Espadon
Saint Nazaire Submarine Espadon
Saint Nazaire Submarine Espadon
Saint Nazaire Submarine Espadon
 

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