Space mission

Since October 2023, the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie offers a concrete foray into humanity’s most ambitious adventure of this century. Far from cinematic fantasies, this permanent journey highlights the scientific rigor and colossal technical challenges associated with conquering space. You’ll step into the shoes of a crew member to understand daily life in orbit and the meticulous planning of a journey to the Moon or Mars. This technological adventure, accessible until August 31, 2026, provides a fascinatingly precise account of the reality of the astronaut’s profession. It’s a must-see event to grasp the scale of the efforts required to leave our terrestrial cradle and understand the issues at stake in current research.