The Rock of Curiosities (Le Roc des Curiosités), Granville
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About The Rock of Curiosities
Le Roc des Curiosités is a combined museum and aquarium housed in a distinctive modernist building on the Pointe du Roc headland. Founded in 1960 by Marc and Jeanne Châtaigner who were inspired by Monaco's Oceanographic Museum, the attraction features four themed sections: a marine aquarium with over 300 species, a mineral palace displaying crystals and precious stones, a shell and coral collection, and an insect and butterfly exhibition. The building offers panoramic views of Granville's port and the distant Mont Saint-Michel bay from its terrace.
The Rock of Curiosities — Planning Your Visit
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General Admission
RecommendedReduced Rate
For students 15-26 years and people with disabilities. Proof of eligibility required.
When construction began in 1957, the Pointe du Roc headland was undeveloped military land. The museum was built before any residential development in the area, making it one of the pioneers that opened up this scenic coastal zone to the public.
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