Port 2000 by sea 

Wednesday 16 April, 2.45 pm to 4.30 pm

Bookings: https://www.billetweb.fr/port2000-par-la-mer3

Sea cruises are making a big comeback with Vedettes Baie de Seine! On board the boat, follow the same route as the 1,800 container ships that pass through the breakwaters of this strategic port every year.

Experience a breathtaking encounter with the giants of the seas and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of maritime transport. Accompanied by an experienced docker and our passionate guide, discover what goes on behind the scenes at Port 2000 through captivating anecdotes and little-known stories. Ready to cast off? This tour takes place by boat and lasts 1 hour 45 minutes. Departure from the Charles Olsen breakwater. Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour begins.

Practical information:

• Recommended minimum age: 9 years
• Price: €12
• 70 places available
• Times: 2.45 pm – 4.30 pm; please arrive 15 minutes before the start
• Meeting point: Charles OLSEN Breakwater – 76600 Le Havre
• Registration deadline: Tuesday 15 April 2025 at 10.00 am
• Registration required

The Port of Le Havre: a film set

Saturday 26 April from 10.00 am to 12.30 pm

Registration: https://www.billetweb.fr/le-portdu-havre-un-decor-de-cinema

Le Havre hosts an average of 350 days of filming each year! Its distinctive architecture, unique light and the vastness of its port make it a favourite destination for film directors. In other words, they come to film Le Havre and its port.

To mark the ‘Les Révélations’ festival, Le Havre Port Centre invites you to embark on a tour of the iconic port sites that have served as backdrops for film and television. These include notable works such as *Quai des Brumes*, *Le Havre*, *36 Témoins* and the series *Deux flics sur les Docks*.

Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour begins.

This tour is organised in collaboration with the ‘Les Révélations’ event, which celebrates careers in the visual arts, new audiovisual technologies and brings professionals and the public together.

https://lesrevelations.lehavre.fr/

Practical information:

• Minimum age: 12 years
• Price: €12
• 55 places available
• Times: 10.00 to 12.30; please arrive 15 minutes early
• Meeting point: Le Havre Port Centre – Citadelle Terminal
• This tour requires advance booking, along with a copy of a valid ID document, to guarantee access to Port 2000
• Please bring the ID document you presented when registering
• Registration deadline: Thursday 24 April 2025 at 10.00 am
• Registration is compulsory

Event of the month

An opportunity to explore our spaces, discuss our themes and make new discoveries through workshops, exhibitions, talks and meetings.

Journey through Port 4.0

Sunday 27 April from 11.00 am to 6.00 pm

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of port innovations through three interactive activities combining augmented reality, virtual reality and a puzzle game.

• Explore Le Havre in a new way with augmented reality
• An immersive experience for young and old alike, freely accessible all day from 11 am to 6 pm. Explore our huge 134 m² satellite image, where every corner of Le Havre comes to life before your very eyes. Using an augmented reality app, point your tablet and discover the port infrastructure hidden beneath your feet in 3D! Ready for a challenge? Several scenarios await you: set off on a mission, explore the port and find specific locations to complete precise objectives.
• XperienceLab: Immerse yourself in the flow of goods with virtual reality! Two sessions by booking only: 2 pm and 4 pm (max. 12 people per session). Whether you’re passionate about new technologies or simply curious, the XperienceLab is sure to surprise you! As a team, embark on an adventure where you’ll need to ensure the smooth transit of a container through the entire supply chain. From Port 2000 to the inland warehouses, tackle challenges and overcome the unexpected using cutting-edge tools:
  • Virtual reality to immerse you in port operations.
  • 3D printing to bring solutions to life.
  • 5G to understand its impact on the logistics of the future. Who will be able to handle the pressure and ensure on-time delivery? Ages 14 and over, registration required: https://www.billetweb.fr/escape-gamexperience-lab
  • A World in Transit: the treasure hunt that tests your powers of observation Open to all from 11.00 to 18.00, this activity is ideal for the curious and those who love a challenge! Your mission, should you choose to accept it: solve puzzles hidden within the LH Port Centre exhibition to find the code for a locked container. Study the information boards, find the clues and answer the questions posed to you. A fun and interactive way to discover the port, its infrastructure and how it works.

Practical information for this month’s ‘Escale’:

• Date: Sunday 27 April
• Times: 11.00 am to 6.00 pm
• Free admission.
• Venue: Le Havre Port Centre – Citadelle Terminal – Le Havre
• Information: lehavreportcenter.com
• Xperience LAB registration: https://www.billetweb.fr/escape-game-xperience-lab

Exhibition: Anita Conti, an exceptional woman

Sunday 27 April 2025, 11.00 am to 6.00 pm

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Anita Conti, France’s first female oceanographer and a visionary figure of the 20th century, through a rich and immersive exhibition inspired by the exhibition ‘Anita CONTI, the Lady with Wind-Filled Soles’ presented by the Musée de Fécamp from 29 June 2024 to 5 January 2025. This version will be on display for the final time during the LH Port Center’s ‘Escale du mois’ event on 27 April 2025. This exhibition reveals the many facets of Anita Conti, blending science, art and the avant-garde.

Her career as an oceanographer is explored through her pioneering research into the seas and marine ecosystems, reflecting her passion for the ocean and her pioneering commitment to the environment. Added to this is her talent as a writer, highlighted by her journalistic and literary works, which depict the sea with rare depth and sensitivity. Her unique perspective as a photographer and videographer is revealed through striking photographs and archive footage that transport the viewer into her world, caught between a fascination with the oceans and concerns for humanity. This is complemented by panels from the graphic novel by Catel & Bocquet, which pay tribute to this extraordinary woman.

An exclusive screening of a film dedicated to their work enriches the exhibition, offering a different perspective on the life and work of Anita Conti. Finally, the exhibition concludes with the screening of a rare filmed interview with Anita Conti, taken from the INA archives. In this poignant piece, she shares her visionary and poetic perspective on the ocean and its inhabitants, revealing an avant-garde personality deeply shaped by the challenges of her time. Through this fascinating exhibition, let yourself be transported by the extraordinary journey of a woman who skilfully combined science, literature and art to celebrate the sea and its mysteries. An unmissable experience to discover or rediscover the inspiring life of this exceptional woman.

Practical information:

• Date: Sunday 27 April, 11.00 am to 6.00 pm
• Free admission.
• Information: lehavreportcenter.com