Memorial to the Abolition of Slavery
Memorial to the Abolition of Slavery, Slavery memorial along Loire River in Nantes, France.
The memorial features an underground passage with glass panels, commemorative plaques, and inscriptions displaying quotes about human rights and freedom.
Nantes held a central position in French maritime trade during the 18th century as the primary departure point for ships engaged in slave transportation.
The memorial incorporates 2000 glass plaques naming slave ships, African ports, and American destinations, creating a permanent record of this historical period.
The memorial opens from 9:00 to 18:00 between September and May, extending to 20:00 during summer months, with access through tramway line 1.
The underground gallery contains the word freedom written in 50 different languages, accompanied by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights text.
Location: Nantes
Official opening: March 25, 2012
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Website: http://memorial.nantes.fr/
Opening Hours: September 16-May 14 09:00-18:00; May 15-September 15 Monday-Sunday 09:00-20:00
Website: http://memorial.nantes.fr
GPS coordinates: 47.20930,-1.56525
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:41
Nantes combines mechanical monuments, botanical gardens, a medieval castle and museums. The historical quarters, old squares and notable architecture reflect its maritime and commercial past. The city features parks, walks along the Loire and cultural institutions like the Art Museum and Natural History Museum. The Machines de l'île presents mechanical animals, including a 12-meter-tall elephant.
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