Palais de l'Univers et des Sciences (Le PLUS)
Science centre near Dunkirk with a planetarium, a permanent exhibition on the Universe and workshops for visitors and schools.
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About the museum
The Palais de l’Univers et des Sciences, also known as Le PLUS, is a centre for scientific, technical and industrial culture in Cappelle-la-Grande, near Dunkirk. It aims to make science accessible in a playful way, through guided activities, workshops, storytelling, shows, planetarium films, meetings and lectures.
The building has three floors. The first floor (ground floor in French) houses the temporary exhibition, La Bulle (a space for the youngest visitors) and the group workshops. The permanent exhibition “Voyage au centre de l’Univers” occupies 1,500 m² on the second floor and covers the Big Bang and the evolution of life and species. The planetarium is on the third floor.
The planetarium has 117 seats and uses a very high-definition projection system that covers the entire dome without 3D glasses. About a dozen 360° films are renewed regularly. Each year the centre organises, among other events, the Fête de la science (Science Festival) in October and Mathematics Week in March.
Highlights
- 117-seat planetarium with projection across the entire dome
- Permanent exhibition “Voyage au centre de l’Univers” across 1,500 m²
- About a dozen 360° films, renewed regularly
- Workshops, shows and the La Bulle space for the youngest
- Science Festival held every year in October
Permanent exhibition
- Voyage au centre de l'Univers – A 1,500 m² permanent exhibition on the Big Bang, the Universe, the Earth, and the evolution of life and species.
- Operated by
- Communauté urbaine de Dunkerque
Admission & discounts
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Accessibility
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Kids & families
Great for kids & families
- Family tours & workshops
The centre offers activities from age 3, including La Bulle for the youngest (shows, storytelling) and workshops.
Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
- Museum shop
Shop on site.
Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Audio guide | yes |
| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Exhibitions can be visited independently with an audio guide, or on a guided route with mediators. A planetarium show lasts about one hour and includes a film followed by a description of the night sky. Booking by phone (free call from a landline) or by email. |
