Paleospace
About
Paleospace is a multidisciplinary destination in Villers-sur-Mer, blending a paleontological museum, a planetarium, and natural reserves into one immersive experience. Visitors explore the Jurassic Gallery, filled with fossils and interactive displays that take them back 160 million years, the Mosasaur Exhibition that showcases the impressive marine reptiles of the Cretaceous, and the Greenwich Meridian Pavilion that brings the alignment of longitude to life. The onsite planetarium offers guided shows and special programmes for all ages, while the surrounding marshlands and cliffside walkways provide a living laboratory of coastal flora and fauna. With a blend of science, history, and nature, Paleospace caters to families, history enthusiasts, and science lovers alike, making it a must-visit destination in Normandy.
Highlights
- Jurassic Gallery
- Mosasaur Exhibition
- Greenwich Meridian Pavilion
- Planetarium
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Best time to visit
Late spring to early autumn—especially June and July—for milder weather and the richest wildlife sightings
At a glance
- Typical visit: about 3 hours