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From hot-air balloon to airship: an inflated adventure
Embark on a fascinating journey to conquer the skies! Through this unique exhibition, discover the exceptional history of balloons, from the first flights to the most daring technological feats. Explore the world of aeronauts, meet historic models and admire flight objects that bear witness to this incredible epic.
Relive the rise of « ballomania », a veritable fashion phenomenon in the 18th century, through works of art and decorative objects inspired by hot-air balloons. Lorraine, a pioneer in the history of aeronautics, shines with emblematic figures such as François Pilâtre de Rozier, 1st man to soar through the air, and Marie Marvingt, aviation pioneer and 1st woman to cross the English Channel in a balloon.
Whether you’re a history buff, a fan of unusual discoveries or curious about nature, this exhibition invites you to immerse yourself in the world of aerostation. Book your ticket now and let yourself be carried away by the winds of history!
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Average duration 3/4 months
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Languages spoken French
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Difficulty Suitable for all
Prices & opening times
Offer valid
From 22.03.2025 to 06.07.2025
Prices
Self-guided tour: €10
6 € concessions
3 € for residents of the Pont-à-Mousson area (upon presentation of proof).
Free for children under 6
Guided tour: Full price
(Includes free tour of the historic monument and its gardens)
What’s included
- Admission to the exhibition
Opening times
From March 22, 2025 to July 06, 2025.
10 am to 6 pm (open every day except Tuesday).
Highlights
- A journey through the history of aerostation, from the first inventors to the great events that have marked the centuries in France and Lorraine.
Lorraine
9 Rue Saint-Martin
54700 Pont-à-Mousson I'm going by train!
54700 Pont-à-Mousson I'm going by train!
ABBAYE DES PREMONTRES find out more
About
ABBAYE DES PREMONTRES
The Abbaye des Prémontrés is an emblematic regional landmark with many facets:
historic monument, exhibition center, hotel and events venue in the heart of the Grand Est region.
The Abbaye des Prémontrés is located on the banks of the Moselle in a 2.5-hectare park, just a stone's throw from the center of Pont à Mousson, where you'll find all amenities (bars, restaurants, shops, swimming pool, children's playground).
This ideal location, in the heart of the Lorraine region, means you can visit towns full of history and culture such as Metz, Nancy, Liverdun, Toul... all within easy reach of the freeway, just a few kilometers away.
If you're more of a nature enthusiast, the Moselle-Saône cycle route or "voie bleue" is just 5 minutes away, and there are numerous hiking trails for all levels.
Temporary exhibitions are presented throughout the year, and guided tours and numerous events are offered.
Open all year round, the hotel, with its 70 rooms, is a great address for a stay in an exceptional setting at very affordable rates.
Eco-responsible labels and certifications for this establishment
- Qualité Tourisme
