CORDERIE ROYALE
Presentation
Located in the heart of Colbert’s Arsenal, the Corderie Royale was built in 1666 by order of Louis XIV. For two centuries, it produced the ropes used on the great sailing ships of the Royal Navy.
Your visit begins with an immersive show that plunges you into the rich history of the Corderie Royale.
Through workshops and interactive experiences, (re)discover the building’s original purpose: the transformation of raw material through its various stages — spinning, forming, and rope-making.
Tactile activities, image projections, educational game stations, interactive displays, optical theatre… A series of hands-on experiences awaits, helping you understand the story and craft of this historic ropewalk.
Also on site: temporary exhibitions, a bookshop specialising in maritime themes, and the historic “Magasin des cordages” (Rope Store).
Opening hours:
- From 7 February to 8 March 2026: open daily from 10.00 am to 1.00 pm and from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm
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From 11 March to 3 April 2026: open Wednesday to Sunday from 10.00 am to 1.00 pm and from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm
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From 4 April to 30 June 2026: open daily from 10.00 am to 1.00 pm and from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm
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From 1 July to 31 August 2026: open daily from 10.00 am to 7.00 pm
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From 1 September to 1 November 2026: open daily from 10.00 am to 1.00 pm and from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm
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From 4 November to 18 December 2026: open Wednesday to Sunday from 10.00 am to 1.00 pm and from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm
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From 19 December 2026 to 3 January 2027: open daily from 10.00 am to 1.00 pm and from 2.00 pm to 6.00.
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Closed on 1 January and 25 December.
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Ticket office closes 45 minutes before the museum closes.
