NEW! Institut Francophonie is now Institut Fonelia

    Culture

    Cultural Program 2026-2027

    Explore Nantes and French culture through our carefully curated activities. Guided tours, cultural outings, and local experiences that will enrich your language learning journey. A key element of your authentic immersion!

    Opera Concert "Bienvenue aux Enfers !"
    Optional

    Opera Concert "Bienvenue aux Enfers !"

    November 10, 2026
    Show at 21h, meeting at 20h30 at the Opéra reception
    Théâtre Graslin, Nantes

    The Angers Nantes Opéra choir invites you to the Underworld: excerpts from Offenbach's Orphée aux Enfers and Gounod's Faust, with pages by Mozart, Saint-Saëns, Verdi, Fauré and Marie Jaëll. The concert lasts one hour, suitable from age 6.

    Single rate 3€
    Christmas Brunch
    Included

    Christmas Brunch

    December 8, 2026
    11h15
    Institut Fonelia, Nantes

    A friendly end-of-year gathering over a Christmas brunch, free and open to everyone.

    Free - Included
    Guided Tour of the Théâtre Graslin
    Included

    Guided Tour of the Théâtre Graslin

    December 15, 2026
    10h30-11h15
    Théâtre Graslin, Nantes

    Discover the backstage of the Théâtre Graslin. Meet at Institut Fonelia at 9h30 to travel there together.

    Included if the time matches your class schedule, otherwise paid (5€).

    Past Visits

    Guided Tour of the Maison des Hommes et des Techniques
    Included

    Guided Tour of the Maison des Hommes et des Techniques

    November 3, 2026
    9h30-11h
    Nantes

    Discovery of the Maison des Hommes et des Techniques.

    Included if the time matches your class schedule, otherwise paid (5€).
    Photo Rally in the City Center
    Included

    Photo Rally in the City Center

    October 15, 2026
    13h30-15h
    Centre-ville, Nantes

    Explore Nantes city center in teams and take on photo challenges while practicing your French.

    Included if the time matches your class schedule, otherwise paid (5€).
    Back-to-School Brunch
    Included

    Back-to-School Brunch

    October 6, 2026
    11h15-12h30
    Institut Fonelia, Nantes

    A friendly moment to meet each other over brunch and practice French in a relaxed atmosphere.

    Free - Included
    Guided Tour of the Jardin des Plantes
    Included

    Guided Tour of the Jardin des Plantes

    May 11, 2026
    14h
    Jardin des Plantes, Nantes

    Visit to the Jardin des Plantes in Nantes and its greenhouses.

    Free - Included
    Level B1
    Talensac Market
    Included

    Talensac Market

    January 29, 2026
    9h30
    Marché de Talensac, Nantes

    Practice your French in a real context at the heart of the largest market in Nantes.

    Free - Included
    Level A1
    Guided Tour of the Château des Ducs de Bretagne
    Included

    Guided Tour of the Château des Ducs de Bretagne

    December 2, 2025
    14h
    Château des Ducs de Bretagne, Nantes

    Enter the castle walls and immerse yourself in the history of the city of Nantes.

    Free - Included
    Level A2
    Planetarium
    Included

    Planetarium

    October 13, 2025
    14h
    Nantes

    Discovery of the Nantes Planetarium.

    Free - Included
    Level A2
    Guided Tour of the Arts Museum
    Included

    Guided Tour of the Arts Museum

    July 25, 2025
    14h
    Nantes

    A place where classic masterpieces and contemporary creations dialogue, revealing all the richness of art in Nantes.

    Free - Included
    Level B1