The Saline Royale invites visitors to the ‘Les P’tites Visites Thématiques’ as part of the ‘Mystification – Architecture and Cinema’ exhibition. Engage in tours that reveal how architecture shapes film sets, highlighting pioneers like Claude-Nicolas Ledoux and his ambitious visions for the ideal city. Explore the concept of ‘talking architecture’ where buildings narrate their stories. Additionally, the tour journeys into the realm of ‘Beauty and the Beast’, comparing Jean Cocteau’s 1946 film with Disney’s rendition. Experience real film sets and learn the captivating secrets that set these adaptations apart. Challenge your perceptions with explorations of mural art and trompe-l’œil, illustrating how these artistic forms have enchanted audiences throughout history. For more information and reservations, contact 03.81.54.45.45. Admission is free after the initial fee.
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Mystification in Arc-et-Senans: Architecture & Cinema
The exhibition ‘Mystification – Architecture et cinéma’ invites visitors into an immersive visual experience that explores the relationship between architecture and cinema. Through innovative structures and striking facades, architecture utilizes trompe-l’œil techniques to challenge perceptions of space. Meanwhile, cinema employs elaborate sets and special effects to transport audiences to fantastical realms. Each room of the exhibition unveils unique themes, including the historical roots of illusion in architecture and the impact of films like ‘Beauty and the Beast’ on modern design. Guests will engage with impressive architecture models and cinematic sets that defy sight alongside art by Claude Gazier.
Open-Air Cinema Evenings in Arc-et-Senans: Classic Films
This summer, the Saline Royale hosts open-air cinema evenings alongside the Mystification exhibition. Enjoy film classics in a UNESCO World Heritage site. Each evening features dinner at the Saline or the option of a picnic in the park, plus the unique show ‘In Pursuit of the Collector of Illusions’. Films include ‘Beauty and the Beast’, ‘The Name of the Rose’, ‘Blade Runner’, and more, with screenings from 6 to 22 August 2026.