Cité de la Mer, Maritime museum in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, France
The Cité de la Mer occupies a former transatlantic terminal building, featuring extensive exhibits about underwater exploration and marine technology across multiple floors.
The museum opened in 2002 within Cherbourg's harbor facilities, which have served as a significant maritime port since medieval times.
Visitors can explore Le Redoutable submarine, representing French naval engineering excellence and providing insights into submarine crew operations.
The museum welcomes guests daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, offering wheelchair access throughout the exhibition spaces and aquarium sections.
The facility houses one of the largest submarine collections in Europe, including detailed displays about deep-sea research and marine species.
Location: Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
Inception: April 29, 2002
Architects: René Levavasseur
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Allée du Président Menut 50100 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-18:00
Phone: +33233202669
Website: http://citedelamer.com
GPS coordinates: 49.64680,-1.61740
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:41
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