Since time immemorial, the sea attracts, fascinates and questions, inspiring both love and fear. An undeniable attraction exerted on mankind who has always sought to venture into it to unlock the mysteries of these vast expanses. A complex, unchanging bond, now brought to light thanks to the brand new exhibition at the Atelier des Lumières. A unique journey to offer us a sensory voyage into the Great Blue.
In the depths
It is the world's largest ecosystem. Each day, it regulates the water cycle and meteorological phenomena. Even more, it absorbs daily more than half of the planet's CO2 emissions. A true hero of our myths and legends, birthplace of civilizations and cornerstone of free trade, the ocean is characterized by infinite richness, which
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For 50 minutes, embark on a journey that will take you from the surface of the seas to the deepest depths of the abyss. After marveling at the wildlife inhabiting the shallow waters and coral reefs of our planet, little by little, the vibrant colors and movements give way to the
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Once we've reached the ends of the earth, it's time to rise back to the surface, exploring along the way the impact of humanity on this ecosystem that transcends us. An opportunity to highlight the urgent need to rethink our consumption habits and protect our oceans. Finally, light returns, the Arctic reveals itself before our amazed eyes, and here we are, all of us together, the defenders of the expanse of water before us.
An ever more intense immersion
To allow us to literally dive into the oceans and seas of the world, the Atelier des Lumières offers us an immersive experience that is its specialty, made even more exceptional thanks to the use of ima
images in ultra high definition, but also 3D modeling. Here, technology serves art, allowing us to swim where few have ever had the chance to flutter their fins.
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Scenic effects, combining smoke, light and projections, perfect the illusion, so that everyone loses their bearings, letting themselves be carried away only by the soundtrack — once again mastered from start to finish — and the voiceover, offering us information and anecdotes throughout the journey. In short, take part in a unique epic, to sail the waves and discover the ocean depths, through an extraordinary adventure.
Planet Ocean. Immersion into the Depths
Atelier des Lumières
38, rue Saint-Maur – 11th
From October 16, 2026
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