ALGAE, centre d'interprétation et de valorisation des algues
Cultural and scientific centre in Plouguerneau devoted to seaweed and the heritage of the goémoniers (seaweed gatherers), with a permanent exhibition and traditional boats.
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About the museum
The association Karreg Hir, founded in 1985, campaigned to promote seaweed harvesting, which gives this coastal community its distinctive character. Thanks to donations, it built up a collection, mainly tools of the goémonier trade, along with photographic archives and testimonies. The écomusée des goémoniers et de l'algue opened at the same time as the Fête des goémoniers, held each year on the Koréjou site.
The association also owns two traditional seaweed-gathering boats, the Karreg Hir and the Fleur des îles, restored by volunteers and labelled as boats of heritage interest (bateaux d'intérêt patrimonial).
The ALGAE centre opened its doors on July 18. It presents the history, uses and future of seaweed, and reports on the scientific and economic news of the Breton seaweed sector.
Highlights
- Permanent exhibition on the history, uses and future of seaweed
- Collection of tools and objects of the goémonier trade
- Two traditional seaweed-gathering sailing boats, the Karreg Hir and the Fleur des îles
- Educational area for families and schools
- Small organic and vegetarian meals facing the sea
Permanent exhibition
- Exposition permanente sur les algues – History, uses and future of seaweed, with the collections on the goémonier trade.
- Founded
- 1985
- Operated by
- Association Karreg Hir
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €8 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | €5.50People with disabilities, job seekers, students |
| Children & teens | €5free up to age 6 · Child rate for ages 7 to 12; free for children under 7. |
| Visitors with disabilities | €5.50Reduced rate. |
| Students & apprentices | €5.50Reduced rate. |
| Groups (20+ people) | –Guided commentary tours and activities for groups of 20 or more, or as a package, by quote. |
| Families | €202 adults and 2 children. |
Tickets for free visits, valid for one day during the 2026 opening period. Free entry for children under 7, members of the association Karreg Hir, members of ICOM and members of the museums of the Passeport culturel du Finistère (29). Online ticketing.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking
- Service dogs welcome
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description
Access for visitors with reduced mobility to all areas. Induction loop, audio guides for visually impaired visitors, film with audio description and visitor booklet in Braille.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Time needed | approx. 60 min |
|---|---|
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 6 |
| Family ticket | €20 · 2 adults and 2 children. |
- Family tours & workshops
- Playground / play area
Educational area for schools and families, activities and workshops all year round; playground a stone's throw from the centre.
Getting there & parking
By car
Free parking · 20 m to the entrance
Free car park opposite the building, with spaces reserved for visitors with reduced mobility.
- Accessible parking
Address: 377 Koréjou, 29880 Plouguerneau.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Café
- Museum shop
Small organic and vegetarian meals, open access (caterer L'Échappée Gourmande), shop and online shop, picnic and play area by the beach.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Corporate events
Equipped conference room, catering possible; request a quote.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
|---|---|
| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Average visit duration: 1 hour. Guided commentary tours, excursions on the foreshore (estran) and sailing trips on the seaweed boats for groups. School activities are offered in French and Breton. |
