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Sciences & NaturePalais de l'Univers et des Sciences
Cappelle-la-Grande · Nord · Hauts-de-France
The Palace of the Universe and Sciences is a museum located in Cappelle-la-Grande, in the department of Nord, Hauts-de-France region. Its name suggests an orientation toward sciences and astronomy, fields generally covered by museums of this type. A scientific and educational institution, it is part of an approach to popularizing knowledge in these fields. Cappelle-la-Grande, a municipality in Nord, thus benefits from a cultural institution focused on scientific exploration. This museum constitutes an element of the cultural heritage of the Hauts-de-France region.
Practical information
Opening hours
Today · 10:30–17:30
See the rest of the week
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10:00–17:30
- Wednesday
- 10:00–17:30
- Thursday
- 10:00–17:30
- Friday
- 10:00–17:30
- Saturday
- 10:30–17:30
Hours may vary by season. See current hours →
Address
Rue du Planétarium
Phone number
+33 3 28 60 50 60Official website
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Getting there
Nearest station
Coudekerque-Branche, 3.6 km away. A car or taxi is essential.
Nearest station
Coudekerque-Branche, 3.6 km away. A car or taxi is essential.
Parking
On-site parking.
Distances and times calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors data · calculated on 2 September 2026
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Galleries nearby: Artothèque (2.7 km), Paragone (5.6 km).
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