An article by Anaïs Debauge, added on 05 March 2026 3 min. reading
Just a stone's throw from the slopes Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle AirportWe often talk about airplanes… but at SarcellesIt is the sea that makes one travel. Between Model ships, sailors' memorabilia, and naval history, Naval Museum of Sarcelles creates an unexpected bridge between water and sky.
Why a Naval Museum in Sarcelles?
At the time, Sarcelles It was a new city that was developing. Many former sailors settled there for work and created The Sarcelles-Garges Sailors' Association.
Opened in 1993the museum was created by these sailorseager to share their passion for the navy with the largest number. Originally, they organized exhibitions and events where sailors from all over France They brought back objects from their careers: trophies, pulleys, propellers, ashtrays… The city then lent them a space to gather all these objects and photographs.
A visit that takes you on a journey
Enthusiasts and the simply curious alike will enjoy exploring the museum's collections through its various rooms. You will discover the history of the national navy From Colbert to the present day, trade (cruise ships, oil tankers, coastal vessels…), life on board before and after fishing… Models were specially designed with the Friends of the Museum AssociationIn one of the rooms, you can even take the helm thanks to a reconstruction of a cockpit.
⚓ Our opinion From the moment you enter, you're struck by the richness of the collections. Impressive models, objects brought back from all over France, period photographs… You truly feel like you've traveled back in time. The museum tells the story of the navy as much as the stories of the men who lived it. You can also feel the passion of the volunteers. The visit is sure to delight visitors of all ages.
Practical information
Address 27 Boulevard du Général de Gaulle, 95200 Sarcelles
Schedule Every Saturday (except July, August and the Christmas and New Year period), from 14 pm to 18 pm, or by appointment. Group visits are also possible during the week by reservation.
Price : Free
Access by public transport Bus 133 – Carnot stop, Sarcelles/Saint-Brice SNCF train station
Phone Number : 06 85 10 78 23
