After several years of reflection, Lyon Aquarium is changing course and embracing a modern vision: less spectacle, more meaning. No more chasing giant captive animals; instead, there's a holistic view of ecosystems where each tank tells a collective story made up of balances, behaviors, and interactions. The message is clear: the sea starts in Lyon, in our rivers, and protecting it begins here.
An immersive extension of 1,400 m² to better explore the living world
Wonder now comes through immersion and education. With an additional 1,400 m², over 1,000 m² of which is open to the public, the journey is enhanced with fun tools, games, and workshops for all ages. The goal? To make discovery accessible, sensory, and memorable, especially for families during the Christmas holidays.
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A spectacular digital experience that doesn’t compromise on the living world. Spanning over 300 m², Ocean 360 offers an astonishing visual and auditory immersion into the vastness of the oceans. It’s a respectful alternative to the captivity of large marine animals, successfully capturing emotion without exploitation.
Rare and vibrant ecosystems right before your eyes
Watching nature evolve in real-time becomes the true star of the journey. From the depths of the Sea of Japan with its impressive giant crabs to the coral reef of Bali nurtured by Lyon biologists, and through a swaying kelp forest in Brittany, each space lives, grows, and transforms over the months.
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The Lyon Aquarium is becoming a champion for the protection of life, not just a passive observer. Responsible breeding, exchanges between aquariums, a massive reduction in antibiotics, solar energy, and sustainable management: every decision strengthens the project's coherence. The result: a more responsible, inspiring place, and firmly oriented towards the future.
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