La Coupole
Military Museums
Museums
Attraction
About
A secret base at the heart of Second World Wae history...A real underground town, constructed in 1943 and 1944 by the German army to go ahead with the launch V2 rockets on London, La Coupole is an exceptional site on which the destiny of Europe could have been played out...Today, it is an astonishing museum, a centre to gain an understanding of the historical and scientific stakes at play during the Second World War, from Occupation to the hidden face of space conquest. New! La Coupole now houses a revolutionary 3D planetarium. Sit insite the massive 360° room wearing your active 3D glasses and travel thtough the universe...
Highlights
- V‑2 Launch Tunnels
- Grand Underground Dome
- 10‑K 3D Planetarium
- WWII History Centre
- Memorial to Deportees
Must-See Areas
V‑2 Tunnels
Observation Dome
Planetarium Hall
Memorial Chamber
Good to Know
Good for
Families
History Enthusiasts
Science and Space Fans
Educators
Best time to visit
Late spring (May‑June) and early autumn (September‑October) offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds.
At a glance
- Typical visit: about 3 hours