Visit

Great Elephant

He lives in the central street of the Nefs. When the majestic animal goes out for its walk, it is like architecture in motion departing from a steel cathedral. The 49 passengers on board embark on an amazing journey on the Ile de Nantes. Each time the pachyderm goes out, it is a unique spectacle for everyone to enjoy.

When this majestic beast emerges from its steel cathedral, it is a moving piece of architecture that sets off for a walk. The passengers on board can see what makes the engine and moving feet tick. A machinist will welcome you on board, tell you about its life and set off its trumpeting. As part of the crew, this is an invite for timeless travel in the town of Jules Verne.

From 26 to 30 June : no rides on the Great Elephant

OPENING TIMES

Closed from 6 November 2017 to 9 February 2018

PRICE

Full price: 8,50 €/ Discounted price: 6,90 € (disabled visitors/4-17 years old, students, unemployed please provide proof)

Each ticket entitles you to visit the workshop terraces and the Prototype Branch of the Arbre aux Hérons.

ACCESS

Les Machines de l'Île

2 Boulevard Léon Bureau

44200 Nantes

Tramway line 1, stop "Chantiers Navals" or Chronobus C5, stop "Prairie au Duc"

CONTACT

Site internet

0810 12 12 25

Official website of the Great Elephant

Prices for a ride on the Great Elephant

Timetable of the journeys of the Great Elephant

ACCESSIBILITY

Stroller park and baby carrier are available

RESTORATION

The Café de La Branche invites you with its daily menus from Tuesday to Friday, serving sandwiches on weekends, in summer (July and August) and during the Christmas Holidays.

Contact : 02 51 17 48 86

SHOP

Located under the prototype Branch of the Arbre aux Hérons, the gift shop offers a wide range of unique and original items, drawings and books, inspired by Les Machines de l’île.

Contact : 02 51 17 48 87