L’Atrium Takes You on a Journey from the Ocean Depths to the Normandy Coast
The Atrium offers an immersive exploration of the ocean’s depths and the maritime activities of the Normandy region. This interactive journey provides a fascinating insight into the mysteries of the underwater world, making it a perfect summer outing for both adults and children. The exhibition, created by Science Action Normandie, is both educational and entertaining. From the moment they step in, visitors are enveloped in a marine environment, surrounded by sea creatures in an immersive space.
A Model of the Nautile
A model of the Nautile submarine simulates a descent into the deep sea. Through its portholes, the public can admire an unseen marine fauna, brought to life by a mix of real and synthetic images. The exhibition highlights plankton as a vital source of food and oxygen, essential for the survival of marine mammals and humans. This ecological message is enhanced by a large 360-degree immersive projection. The exhibition also features extreme environments, such as the icy waters of the Southern Ocean. Once deemed inhospitable, these waters are home to organisms adapted to darkness, freezing temperatures, and scarce food. The exhibition showcases these fascinating creatures through massive projections.
Step into the Shoes of a Skipper
Normandy’s economy is deeply connected to the ocean. The exhibition also explores the region’s thriving maritime industry along its 640 kilometers of coastline. Visitors will learn that Normandy is home to many shipbuilding activities, including fishing, pleasure boating, and the construction of vessels for transporting goods and people. The exhibition invites guests to experience life as a skipper aboard the Figaro III sailing boat, using a virtual reality headset.
The exhibition also highlights Normandy’s extensive network of over 30 ports. A family-friendly game challenges visitors to load containers correctly, reflecting the importance of the maritime sector, which employs more than 60,000 people in the region. The visit concludes on a recreated beach, complete with deckchairs where visitors can relax or practice tying nautical knots.
Source: France info
