Le Havre Port Centre will open its new facilities at the Citadelle terminal to the general public from 20 October 2024. The official opening will take place on 12 November, accompanied by a press conference.

From Sunday 20 to Friday 25 October, a varied programme of events, including new formats such as a monthly event called ‘L’escale du mois’, will be on offer to celebrate this opening.

Join us to discover these new spaces and take part in some exciting activities!

 

Exhibition

Looking at Le Havre: From the New York skyline to the silhouettes of Le Havre

From Sunday 20 to Friday 25 October

Having previously been shown at the CCI Seine Estuaire and the Town Hall Forum, the exhibition – organised by the Le Havre – Estuaire de la Seine Urban Planning Agency – is now coming to the LH Port Centre.

The exhibition was inspired by a single question: ‘Is there a difference between Le Havre’s skyline as we see it and as it is perceived?’ To answer this question, the AURH analysed nearly 200 existing skyline images, comparing them with the realities of Le Havre’s urban landscape. These skylines are distinguished by their composition, their graphic style, the choice of viewpoint, the media used, the techniques employed, and the emergence of elements – whether real, fanciful or unexpected.

Beyond their diversity, the main aim is to study the elements that make them up. Which ones appear most frequently? Is their appearance linked to their height? Can certain elements, on their own, evoke Le Havre? Are symbols more important than urban reality?

This exhibition, open to all, invites visitors to explore the estuary landscape more broadly, offering an opportunity to delve into its past, imagine the future and enjoy the present moment.

Two guided tours, organised by the AURH, will take place on Sunday 20 October at 2 pm and 3 pm.

Practical information:

• Dates and times: Sunday 20 October from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm and from Monday 21 to Friday 25 October from 1.30 pm to 5.30 pm.

• Guided tours: duration 45 mins, Sunday 20 October at 2 pm and 3 pm

• Free

The AURH plays a key role in projects, spatial planning and the promotion of Le Havre and the greater Seine estuary. The AURH is a centre for observation, planning and foresight, working on behalf of elected representatives and institutions within its area of operation: Le Havre and the greater Seine estuary. A long-standing player in spatial planning, it carries out studies and develops territorial strategies, whilst supporting all development projects from their inception through to implementation, in towns as well as in rural and coastal areas. Discover a selection of projects led by the AURH at www.aurh.fr

 

This Month’s Highlight

Opening of the LH Port Centre
on
Sunday 20 October

Every month, pop into the LH Port Centre for this themed day featuring a variety of workshops and activities, to learn more about industrial and port activities!

For the first edition of this event, the Le Havre Port Centre invites you to discover its new spaces and brand-new activities! Our guides and facilitators will be on hand to take you on a journey along the Seine and into the heart of the Le Havre region. It’s a chance to delve into the many professions that keep the industrial and port area thriving.

With 3 exhibition spaces, 10 digital apps, 5 interactive hands-on activities, 8 career themes, role-play and logic games, as well as 397 m² of satellite images on display, immerse yourself in the industrial and port ecosystem whilst having fun!

Practical information:

• Date and times: Sunday 20 October from 10 am to 5 pm.

• Free

 

WORKSHOPS & ACTIVITIES

The port in comic strip form

Monday 21 to Thursday 24 October

Bookings: https://www.billetweb.fr/un-automne-a-buller-le-port-en-bd

As part of ‘Un Automne à Buller’, visit the port of Le Havre and draw inspiration from its atmosphere, its facilities and its vibrant community. Then, alongside Le Havre-based author KOKOR, create your own comics, come up with your own story and bring your panels to life!

The workshop takes place every afternoon from 2 pm to 5 pm, from 21 to 24 October 2024. The first half-day is dedicated to a guided tour of the port. The following three half-days will then be devoted to creating the comic strip.

Practical information:

• Age group: Teenagers, aged 12 and over

• Single fee: free

• 15 places available

• Dates and times: 21–24 October, 2 pm to 5 pm

• Meeting point: Terminal de la Citadelle, 76600 Le Havre

• Registration deadline: Friday 18 October 2024 at 2.00 pm

• Please wear suitable clothing for the tour, depending on the weather

• Registration is compulsory

 

Events

From Monday 21st to Friday 25th October, from 1.30 pm to 5.30 pm:

Le Havre Port Center is open every afternoon from 21 to 25 October so you can explore the new areas with family or friends!

Every day, our guides and activity leaders will be on hand to show you round the spaces and introduce you to the many activities, digital apps and videos on offer.

What’s more, we’ll be hosting a special activity every day at 2.30 pm:

 

 

Monday 21 October: All Aboard!

During this activity, children aged 7 to 10 become captains of moving ships and complete missions to deliver their cargo safely to port! When they’re ashore, the young sailors are invited to do jigsaw puzzles and learn to identify different types of boats.

Times: 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm – Duration: all afternoon – Age: 7 to 10 years

Tuesday 22 October: ZIP Talents

This fun quiz is a chance to learn about the jobs in the industrial and port area whilst having fun and taking on a challenge! Get ready to identify jobs ranging from the most famous to the least well-known and score the most points!

Times: 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm – Duration: 30 mins – Age: 15 and over

Wednesday 23 October: the ZIP challenges

Hands on the buzzers and ready to answer the questions? Listen carefully to the presentation about the port, answer the quiz and win the game! Plus, find out about the different ships and how port calls are organised!

Times: 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm – Duration: 30 mins – Age: 8 to 15 years

Thursday 24 October: the harbour master’s office in virtual reality

HAROPA PORT takes you to the Harbour Master’s Office at the Port of Le Havre via virtual reality. Marvel at the incredible view from the top of the lookout tower and learn about the role of harbour officers! Find out about the Harbour Master’s Office and its many responsibilities!

Times: 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm – Duration: 10 mins – All ages

Friday 25 October: UMEP Circus

Get caught up in the many challenges of this serious game, where young and old alike can compete to find the right combinations as quickly as possible!

Times: 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm – Duration: varies depending on the mini-games – all ages

 

TOURS

The inner harbour

Friday 25 October from 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm:

Bookings: https://www.billetweb.fr/port-interieur

You’ll get up close to the various terminals as you explore Le Havre’s inner harbour.

During this tour, you’ll observe the various ships in the harbour and their distinctive features.

Take in the surrounding infrastructure: warehouses, gantry cranes, and of course the manufacturing and processing plants.

From the historic port to the SIEMENS GAMESA factory, a tour of Le Havre’s inner harbour is a classic experience that never fails to impress!

 

Practical information:

• Minimum age: 8 years

• Single ticket price: €10

• 54 places available

• Times: 2.30 pm – 4.30 pm; please arrive 15 minutes early

• Departure point: Le Havre Port Centre, Citadelle Terminal, Le Havre

• Coach tour

• Registration deadline: Thursday 24 October 2024 at 2.00 pm

• Registration required

 

The estuary: where port meets nature

Monday 28 October from 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm

Registration: https://www.billetweb.fr/lestuaire-entre-port-et-nature

Explore the area on this tour, which combines an insight into port activities with natural landscapes. Thanks to the combined commentary from guides at the LH Port Centre and the Maison de l’Estuaire, which manages the Seine Estuary Nature Reserve, gain an understanding of the complexity of these shared spaces.Accompanied by the guides, explore the various natural sites, discover the port’s rich biodiversity, and learn about the methods used to protect this natural heritage.

If possible, bring your binoculars to get a good look at the birds.

Practical information:

• Minimum age: 12 years

• Price: €15

• 55 places available

• Times: 1.30 pm – 4.30 pm; 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 ensure access to Port 2000

• Please bring the ID document you provided when registering

• Registration deadline: Thursday 24 October 2024 at 2.00 pm

• Registration is compulsory

 

Press release October 2024