Paluel Nuclear Power Plant

The facility consists of four production units that together generate electricity for homes and businesses in the region and beyond. The buildings are large and modern, with pipelines, cooling towers, and control structures spread across the site.

The site was chosen for construction in the 1970s due to its access to cooling water. The first units began operation in the late 20th century and were expanded over time to meet growing energy demands.

The visitor center is called Odyssélec and was designed to make energy production understandable for all ages. Tours and interactive tools such as virtual reality headsets help visitors grasp the technology in a simple and accessible way.

The visitor area is free of charge and is usually open on Wednesdays and during school holidays. Groups of five or more should book two days in advance, while school classes need to reserve four weeks ahead.

The site has an elevated viewpoint called the Belvédère from which you can see all four units. Some summer visits offer access to the machine room, an area not normally open to the public.

Location: Paluel

Website: http://edf.fr/35072i/Accueilfr/InfosNucleaire/Planrapproche/Lessitesfrancais/Paluel.html

GPS coordinates: 49.85806,0.63556

Latest update: December 5, 2025 13:11