Discover the Machines of the Isle in Nantes
A true emblem of Nantes, the Machines of the Isle offer a unique experience blending art, imagination, and engineering.
Located on the Isle of Nantes, on the site of the former shipyards, they immerse visitors of all ages in a world inspired by Jules Verne and the universe of Leonardo da Vinci.
Book our hotel in Clisson now to discover the fascinating mechanical world of the Machines of the Isle of Nantes!
The Machines Gallery is a must-see, where amazing mechanical creatures come to life.
A true experimental laboratory, it allows visitors to discover machines in the process of being created, operated by the machinists.
During your visit, you will encounter a giant heron, a mechanical spider, moving hummingbirds, and even an animated caterpillar.
Some machines are even accessible and can be operated by visitors.
Among the recent creations, the Swarm of Butterflies will impress you with its realism.
Inspired by monarch butterfly migrations, it invites visitors to pedal, bringing to life a spectacular flight.
A visit to the Machines of the Isle is incomplete without boarding the famous Great Elephant.
This impressive 12-meter-high mechanical structure takes you on an unusual ride through the site.
From the interior lounge or the terraces, you'll enjoy a unique view of Nantes Island while observing the workings of this incredible machine.
Between trumpeting and water jets, the experience delights young and old alike!
On the banks of the Loire, the Marine Worlds Carousel offers an immersive experience in a fantastic marine universe.
Spread across three levels, it invites you to explore the depths, the abyss, and the surface of the ocean through a multitude of mechanical creatures.
Giant crabs, manta rays, jellyfish, and flying fish populate this spectacular circular theater, accessible to both children and adults.
To extend your visit, the workshop terraces offer a glimpse into the work of the La Machine company's teams.
From these elevated spaces, you'll discover the behind-the-scenes process of creating these extraordinary works!
From our hotel, La Villa Saint-Antoine****, in Clisson, you can reach the Machines de l'Île in Nantes in less than 40 minutes.
Book one of our 43 contemporary and refined rooms. Traveling with children? The Family Room is perfect for you!
Located on the Isle of Nantes, on the site of the former shipyards, they immerse visitors of all ages in a world inspired by Jules Verne and the universe of Leonardo da Vinci.
Book our hotel in Clisson now to discover the fascinating mechanical world of the Machines of the Isle of Nantes!
The Machines Gallery, a living bestiary
The Machines Gallery is a must-see, where amazing mechanical creatures come to life.
A true experimental laboratory, it allows visitors to discover machines in the process of being created, operated by the machinists.
During your visit, you will encounter a giant heron, a mechanical spider, moving hummingbirds, and even an animated caterpillar.
Some machines are even accessible and can be operated by visitors.
Among the recent creations, the Swarm of Butterflies will impress you with its realism.
Inspired by monarch butterfly migrations, it invites visitors to pedal, bringing to life a spectacular flight.
The Great Elephant, an iconic Nantes attraction
A visit to the Machines of the Isle is incomplete without boarding the famous Great Elephant.
This impressive 12-meter-high mechanical structure takes you on an unusual ride through the site.
From the interior lounge or the terraces, you'll enjoy a unique view of Nantes Island while observing the workings of this incredible machine.
Between trumpeting and water jets, the experience delights young and old alike!
The Marine Worlds Carousel
On the banks of the Loire, the Marine Worlds Carousel offers an immersive experience in a fantastic marine universe.
Spread across three levels, it invites you to explore the depths, the abyss, and the surface of the ocean through a multitude of mechanical creatures.
Giant crabs, manta rays, jellyfish, and flying fish populate this spectacular circular theater, accessible to both children and adults.
Behind the Scenes of Creation
To extend your visit, the workshop terraces offer a glimpse into the work of the La Machine company's teams.
From these elevated spaces, you'll discover the behind-the-scenes process of creating these extraordinary works!
From our hotel, La Villa Saint-Antoine****, in Clisson, you can reach the Machines de l'Île in Nantes in less than 40 minutes.
Book one of our 43 contemporary and refined rooms. Traveling with children? The Family Room is perfect for you!
