Mémorial de l’Abolition de l’Esclavage, Nantes

Name: Mémorial de l’Abolition de l’Esclavage
Address: Rue d'Ancin, Nantes, France
Telephone: +33 811 46 46 44

#29 among attractions in Nantes

Memorial, Specialty museum, Museum

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Mémorial de l’Abolition de l’Esclavage, Nantes

Facts and practical information

The Memorial to the Abolition of Slavery is a memorial on the Quai de la Fosse in Nantes, France. The site memorializes the victims of Nantes' active role in the slave trade. The memorial, the largest such site in the world, was dedicated on March 25, 2012. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 47°12'35"N, 1°33'51"W

Address

Rue d'AncinCentre Ville Nantes (Dobrée - Bonport)Nantes France

Contact

+33 811 46 46 44

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Mémorial de l’Abolition de l’Esclavage – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Mémorial de l’Abolition de l’Esclavage open?

Mémorial de l’Abolition de l’Esclavage is open:

Monday 9 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 6 pm
Thursday 9 am - 6 pm
Friday 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday 9 am - 6 pm
Sunday 9 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Mémorial de l’Abolition de l’Esclavage?

Nearby attractions include Musée de l'Imprimerie, Nantes (4 min walk), Médiathèque Jacques Demy, Nantes (4 min walk), Ancien observatoire astronomique de la Marine, Nantes (4 min walk), Blockhaus DY10, Nantes (5 min walk).

How to get to Mémorial de l’Abolition de l’Esclavage by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mémorial de l’Abolition de l’Esclavage:

Bus

Jean V • Lines: 11 (5 min walk)
Graslin • Lines: 11 (6 min walk)

Tram

Chantiers Navals • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
Médiathèque • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)

Ferry

Gare Maritime • Lines: N1 (13 min walk)
Hangar à Bananes • Lines: N2, N2 Hangar à Bananes → Bas-Chante (22 min walk)

Train

Nantes (31 min walk)
Rezé - Pont-Rousseau (34 min walk)