28 hectares (about 70 acres) of park given back to nature. The "Terril" is the heart of this Garden, and with an animator or freely you can wander around it. Discover also the maze, the observatories, the weather station and the pond.
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A magical creation by the architect Jean Nouvel. Retrace the route formerly taken by the coal from the "Belvédère" to the screening and washing plant, which no longer exists. Ticket office. Reception. Shop. "A talent for learning" exhibition. Click on the map for more details
A fun way to discover science and technology for children from 3 to 12. Exhibition spaces that are full of surprises, and a mysterious tunnel. Exhibitions: Portraits, Test and Touch
Eighteen metres above the ground, this building, listed in 1984, is spread out above the kilometre-deep pit (now filled) and around the pit-head frame. Exhibitions: "The Story Loft" and "Calves-Cows-Pigs-Eggs".
A panoramic lift climbs 60 metres up the pit-head frame. From the top, the impact of the mining operation on the landscape is clear: the coal tip, housing, railway lines...
This space, listed in 1984, housed a pulley hoist which lowered and raised the lift cages. Today, it hosts the exhibitions "My Body" and "Genes and Ethics".
A long windowless area, faced in aluminium, which houses exhibitions exploring the relationship between science and society. Upstairs, events spaces: the "Cyberespass", the television studio... Exhibitions: "Money" and "Antarctica"
Under a shell identical to that of the Hangar, a strange airship will house a unique 4-dimensional presentation space. 2 shows: "Earth, my planet" en "H20!".
Radical architecture and a panoramic view over the site. The Silo is an exceptional facility for business. Events, concerts, receptions, conferences, seminars.
Welcome to the site of the Pass, a brand new and highly original museum exploring science and society. Investigate the different areas and the exhibitions by moving your mouse over the interactive map.
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You are looking for a day trip destination which combine culture and entertainment? You found it!
The pleasure of understanding science. Programmes of visits adapted to all ages.
Your corporate event? It's at the Pass! 5 rooms available for events, a multi-purpose infrastructure !