Musée
Muséum du Coquillage
Les Sables-d'Olonne · Vendée · Pays-de-la-Loire
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The Shell Museum, located in Les Sables-d'Olonne in Vendée, is a museum dedicated to collections of shells, corals and marine minerals. It houses approximately 50,000 pieces organized into five thematic worlds, presenting the diversity of shapes, textures and colors of shells as well as natural curiosities. The museum offers interactive tours and guided visits, complemented by an offering of mother-of-pearl jewelry and objects in the shop. Located in the heart of the fishing port of Les Sables-d'Olonne, it caters to both individual visitors and groups and school visits.
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8 Rue du Maréchal Leclerc, 85100 Les Sables-d'Olonne
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