Enjoy 10% off our TUI Collection experiences. Simply access or create your myTUI account to get the code. Click here Valid until 28.02.2026
Menu
Cart

Immersive audio tour of Le Palais port and 1884 sardine crisis

Uncover the secrets of Le Palais port with this one-of-a-kind audio experience, delving into the story of Marie, a worker at a sardine cannery. This immersive 90-minute audio tour is a must for those with a thirst for discovery, offering a fresh perspective on the port of Le Palais in Belle-Île-en-Mer.

Through this engaging experience, you'll follow Marie, a young cannery worker, during the tumultuous sardine crisis that shook Belle-Île in 1884. Seamlessly blending historical fact with emotive fiction, the narrative takes you on a journey through the intriguing world of fishing and the sardine trade.

You'll also learn about Le Palais port, its organisation, its creation, and the story behind the construction of the Vauban citadel, the Seigneurie house, the ramparts, the Acadians, and more. You'll visit places steeped in history, peppered with anecdotes, buried memories, and voices from the past.

Lively narration by a professional actor (guaranteed 100% human voice) is enriched with ambient sounds and original music, creating a fully immersive experience. The package includes audio content (approximately 60 minutes) and an orientation map to guide your exploration of Le Palais port.

Main features

Place: Le Palais
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Language:French
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Local touch
Tour with Audioguide
E-Voucher
With audioguide
Pet friendly

Why you’ll love this…

  • You'll follow the fascinating story of a young worker during the 1884 sardine crisis
  • You'll explore with lively narration, characters, ambient sounds and original music
  • You can take this self-guided audio tour of the port of Le Palais whenever you want
  • A 50% discount for the second and following persons makes this perfect for groups

Important to know

Know in advance:

  • After booking, you'll receive an email from the local operator, containing a link to the audio content and the digital orientation map
  • You can take the self-guided tour whenever you want, completely independently, within 30 days from the date of purchase
  • Unlimited access to the audio content for 12 hours after first use, a digital orientation map and paper map are included
  • Please note that prices are per group and you only need to select 1 unit. The 'Activity' option is the price for 1 person
  • The experience is not suitable for children under 8 years old
  • The audio commentary is provided in French

Remember to bring:

  • You'll need your charged smartphone, headphones and an internet connexion
  • It's recommended that you wear comfortable shoes

Cancellation policy

Please note that this experience is non-refundable, even if cancelled in advance.


What’s included

  • Audio-guided tour
  • Map

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Quai de l'Acadie, Le Palais, France

Meeting point:

The self-guided tour starts on the Acadie Quay, opposite the Vauban Citadel.

Provider

Les Escales de Geoffroy


What people say about this experience

At the moment there are no reviews for this experience.

Need a hand?

Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +44 121 468 3145