Les Machines de l'Île

Attraction Nantes, Loire Region, France

What to expect

Les Machines de l'île is a unique attraction located on the Île de Nantes, showcasing a collection of extraordinary machines, including the Grand Éléphant, the Carrousel des Mondes Marins, and the Galerie des Machines. The Grand Éléphant is a majestic animal that goes for a walk, creating a moving architecture leaving a steel cathedral. The Carrousel des Mondes Marins seems to have been born in the belly of the Île de Nantes and is located on the banks of the Loire river, across from the Musée Jules Verne. The Galerie des Machines is a living space with a veritable bestiary of machines. The site also features a gift shop, a café, and picnic areas, making it a great place to visit with family and friends

Plan your family visit to the Les Machines de l'Île with these blog insights 👇

THE MACHINES OF THE ISLAND

This family's experience:

Activities: We went to the Île de Nantes, to see the Elephant! We took a ride on its back, which gave us a beautiful view of Nantes. Be aware that the little ones can be very impressed by the elephant

Highlights: It was a must-see when we were in Nantes! "A mastodon created by the Royal de Luxe company" delighted both the little ones and the adults. The view from the Elephant's back was magnificent ✨

Nantes as a family: a few days getaway with our children

This family's experience:

Activities: We explored the gallery and admired the mechanical machines

Highlights: The kids loved the machines and the interactive exhibits, and we enjoyed the unique atmosphere ✨

(Tip!) Nantes with kids: 6 family activities!

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited this famous attraction in Nantes with kids and took a thirty-minute ride on the eight meters high and 21 meters long electric elephant

Highlights: This is extra fun for kids and the elephant can also spray water with its trunk along the way ✨