Immerse yourself in the history of the marine resorts of the Côte d'Opale through a new immersive course. Follow the stickers of legendary marine animals, witnesses of the millennial fascination of men for the oceans. Explore the historical context of the emergence of marine stations in the late 19th century and their development in the 20th century. Be captivated by a video space revealing the beauty of the marine environments and detailed models of the five emblematic marine stations of the region’s history. Discover the outstanding figures of the University of Lille, such as Alfred Giard and Paul Hallez, who headed these pioneering institutions. Become an actor of exploration by selecting key moments on each model: archive videos come to life, voices tell and atmospheres transport you through time. Enrich your experience by admiring samples of marine animals from university collections. In short, do not miss this unique opportunity to explore a little-known past of our region, at the crossroads of history and marine science.