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Your autumn half-term holidays at Nausicaá: Aaaaahbyss!

For the autumn half-term holidays, take a plunge into the mysterious world of the creatures in the abyss with activities for all ages.

Unlock the mysteries of the deep

From the 19th of October to the 3rd of November 2024, take a plunge into the dark and mysterious recesses of the abyss at Nausicaá. 

Experience a line-up jam-packed with thrills and surprises as you explore the depths where intriguing and sometimes terrifying creatures are lurking. 
From photo exhibitions and creative workshops to surprise encounters with an ocean explorer, you'll be swept away on an adventure riddled with mystery. 
Are you daring enough to venture into this murky world, where every niche harbours intriguing and astonishing revelations?

A truly unique experience awaits you, whether on your own, or with friends or family, in the depths of the abyss!

Enter our prize draw for your chance to dive into the Aaaaahbyss!

Fill in the form and you'll have the chance to win 4 tickets to share with your friends or family and unlock the mysteries of the deep.

Tickets valid for 1 year, draw takes place on the 25th October. The winner will be contacted by e-mail.

Things to check out during your visit

Our theme-based activities

Effet'Mer marine tattoo-stickers workshop

Every day from 10am to 2pm, come and have some stickers with glow-in-the-dark designs or a temporary tattoo.
A not-to-be-missed fun-filled event for all ages in the hall!

Manga workshop with illustrator Méla-Chan

On the 23rd, 26th, 30th, 31st October and the 2nd November from 11am to 4pm, learn how to draw sea creatures and try your hand at some live drawing sessions.
A truly unique activity for art lovers of all ages!

Come and meet the explorer Archibald Abyssos

If you happen to come across the adventuresome explorer Archibald Abyssos, he'll take you on a journey through the aquariums of moray eels, tuna and sharks.
He'll tell you all about the anecdotes and strange goings-on of sea creatures in a series of entertaining short performances.

Chaponimaux fish hat workshops

Sea creatures come to life in a series of creative workshops for children.

Quiz at the Mankind and Shores Forum

Test your knowledge on strange creatures such as the vampire fish, the Atlantic pygmy devil ray or the goblin shark.

Enhance your Nausicaá experience

Our experiences exploring the depths

Fancy adding a dose of adventure to your visit?
Choose an activity on the theme of the mysteries of the deep!

Guided tour to the abyss (French)

Mag articles

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