Narbo Via

What Narbo Via does

Narbo Via is a French public cultural institution operating as an EPCC (Établissement Public de Coopération Culturelle) under the legal name EPCC Narbo Via. Founded in 2021 and headquartered at 50 avenue de Gruissan, Narbonne (Occitanie, France), it comprises three sites dedicated to Roman antiquity: Le Musée, a Norman Foster–designed museum housing the permanent collections of Narbo Martius; L'Horreum, underground Roman galleries in central Narbonne; and Amphoralis, an archaeological site at Sallèles-d'Aude focused on Roman pottery and amphora production. The institution is governed by a board chaired by Carole Delga, with oversight from Région Occitanie, DRAC, Grand Narbonne, Ville de Narbonne, and FEDER, and holds the official Musée de France certification.

The institution monetizes through a diversified revenue mix: ticket admission and per-activity unit pricing (workshops €2–8, escape games €8–12, conferences €5), space rental and venue hire for corporate and private events, on-site services (notably the Cadence restaurant), and corporate mécénat (Crédit Agricole, Fondation Orange, Casino Le Stelsia, Lions Clubs). It serves four primary customer segments: general public and families (primary), school and educational groups, people with disabilities (tactile galleries, LSF tours, sensory experiences), and academic researchers. Distribution combines physical on-site channels (ticketing at three sites, tickeasy.com online booking) with off-site and mobile extensions (NarboMobile, traveling exhibitions).

No proprietary technology platform underlies the offering; operations rely on standard web infrastructure and partnerships with CNRS, Inrap, FabLab du Grand Narbonne, and others for research, experimental archaeology, and educational fabrication. The strategic posture emphasizes ecosystem-driven programming — contemporary-art temporary exhibitions, co-curated heritage projects (e.g., 'Mémoires de lagune'), disability-accessible and socially inclusive programming — rather than technology differentiation.

Name

Narbo Via

Legal name

EPCC Narbo Via

Website

https://narbovia.fr

Company type

Public

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Narbo Via is a French public cultural institution (EPCC) operating three sites in Narbonne dedicated to Roman antiquity, serving visitors, schools, researchers, and accessibility-focused audiences through exhibitions, workshops, and outreach programming.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cultural Museum Services

NAICS

Museums (712110), Historical Sites (712120), Museums (71211), Historical Sites (71212)

akta.pro primary industry

Cultural Heritage Institutions (Archives, Historic Houses, Monuments Foundations) (THAJADAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

History Museums (THAJADAB), Historic Sites, Heritage Landmarks & Archaeological Sites (THAJACAC), Museum & Landmark Guided Tours (Skip-the-line/Docent-led) (THAJAAAC)

Keywords

• Archaeological museum services
• Cultural heritage institution
• Roman antiquity exhibitions
• Educational museum programs
• Public museum complex

Headquarters

HQ city

Narbonne

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Admission and门票收入: Revenue from museum admission tickets for individual visitors, families, and groups visiting the three sites (Museum, Horreum, Amphoralis). Additional fees for specialized workshops, tours, and activities.
2. Space Rental and Mécénat: The museum generates revenue through renting spaces for events and private functions. Corporate sponsorship (mécénat) from businesses and foundations provides additional funding.
3. On-site Services: Revenue from restaurant services (Cadence restaurant on premises) and possibly retail/bookshop operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Narbo Via is a public museum complex that preserves, displays, and interprets Roman archaeological heritage from ancient Narbo Martius across three visitor sites: Le Musée (main museum with Norman Foster architecture), L'Horreum (underground Roman galleries), and Amphoralis (amphora production archaeological site). The institution sells admission tickets, hosts temporary exhibitions, runs educational workshops and family activities, conducts archaeological research with CNRS and Inrap, and rents spaces for private and corporate events.

Product overview

Narbo Via is a cultural institution comprising three distinct Roman antiquity sites in the Narbonne region of France. The core offering consists of Le Musée (the main museum featuring Roman collections in a Norman Foster-designed building), L'Horreum (underground Roman galleries in the city center), and Amphoralis (an archaeological pottery site in Sallèles-d'Aude). These are complemented by rotating temporary exhibitions, the mobile NarboMobile outreach service, and comprehensive educational resources for schools and families.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Le Musée (Museum) The main museum building designed by architect Norman Foster, housing permanent collections of Roman antiquities from Narbo Martius (ancient Narbonne). Open to general public, families, school groups, and tourists seeking cultural and educational experiences on Roman heritage.
• L'Horreum Underground galleries located in the heart of modern Narbonne, featuring preserved Roman-era structures believed to be an ancient market or warehouse. Open to visitors interested in Roman urban architecture.
• Amphoralis Archaeological site located approximately 12 kilometers north of Narbonne in Sallèles-d'Aude, dedicated to ancient Roman pottery and amphora manufacturing, featuring an experimental archaeology park and arboretum. Targets visitors interested in industrial archaeology and Mediterranean trade history.
• Temporary Exhibitions Rotating temporary exhibitions held across the three Narbo Via sites, featuring contemporary art (e.g., 'Le Souffle du Temps' by Jiang Qiong Er), historical themes (e.g., 'Mémoires de lagune'), and special programming included with museum admission. Targeted at general public, families, and cultural tourists.
• NarboMobile Mobile outreach service bringing museum programming and educational activities to external locations, supported by Crédit Agricole sponsorship. Targeted at schools, community groups, and audiences outside the immediate Narbonne area.
• Space Rental and Venue Hire Rental of museum spaces for corporate events, private functions, conferences, and sponsored programming. Targeted at businesses, foundations, and organizations seeking distinctive historical venues for events and mécénat partnerships.
• Educational Workshops and Group Programs Pedagogical materials, guided tours, workshops, and educational activities (including escape games, family workshops, and specialized programs) for school groups, leisure centers, social-sector groups, and families. Offered across the three sites with dedicated booking flows.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5th anniversary celebration marking museum's successful operation since 2021

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered strategic, major, core and minor.

• Domaine de l'HospitaletstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 June 2026Host venue for traveling exhibition 'Escale en Méditerranée romaine', expanding museum reach to off-site audiences.
• Région OccitaniemajorOthersRegional government authority providing institutional support and funding. Listed as key institutional partner alongside other regional bodies.
• Préfecture de la Région Occitanie (DRAC)majorOthersRegional cultural affairs authority (Direction Régionale des Affaires Culturelles) providing state cultural funding and oversight. Part of French Ministry of Culture.
• Grand NarbonnecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMain territorial partner and co-funder of Narbo Via operations. Collaborates on cultural programming through the Patio des Arts initiative.
• Ville de NarbonnemajorOthersThe city of Narbonne, home municipality of the museum. Primary local government partner in the EPCC structure.
• Fond Européen de Développement Régional (FEDER)majorOthersEuropean Regional Development Fund providing structural funding for the museum's construction and operations.
• Musée de FrancemajorOthersFrench national museum certification and label, part of the Ministry of Culture network, providing official recognition and support.
• Archives départementales de l'AudestrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerDepartmental archives collaborating on the 'Mémoires de lagune' exhibition, contributing historical documentation on the Narbonne lagoon.
• Parc naturel régional de la Narbonnaise en MéditerranéestrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional nature park partnering on the 'Mémoires de lagune' exhibition, providing expertise on the Mediterranean lagoon ecosystem.
• SOS MéditerranéestrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaritime rescue organization collaborating on the Migrare program about migration, providing contemporary perspective alongside historical artifacts.
• Université Populaire de la Narbonnaise (UPN)strategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal lifelong learning institution co-hosting philosophical discussion sessions (NarboPhilo) using history as context for contemporary debates.
• Patio des Arts du Grand NarbonnecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCultural institution co-programming artistic events at the museum including concerts, dance performances, and electro nights. Long-standing partnership for interdisciplinary cultural events.
• FabLab du Grand NarbonneminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDigital fabrication laboratory collaborating on educational workshops like 'Narbo Briques' using 3D scanning and printing of museum artifacts.
• Face AudeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociation working on social inclusion, partnering with the FabLab initiative to create educational construction activities.
• Le Labo des CulturesstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerCultural laboratory developing interdisciplinary projects combining museums, live performance, and literature, particularly focused on early childhood and family programming.
• Inrap (Institut National de Recherche Archéologique Préventive)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational preventive archaeology institute conducting excavations and research, with archaeologists like Jérôme Kotarba partnering on via Domitia studies and conferences.
• Association Via Domitia - Collectif OccitaniestrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerVolunteer association dedicated to researching and promoting the via Domitia Roman road, collaborating on exhibitions and walking routes.
• Solid'Art 11minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociation creating artistic productions to fund humanitarian organizations, co-producing inclusive performances with artists with disabilities.
• AFDAIM/UDAPEIminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdvocacy organization for people with disabilities, partnering on inclusive cultural events and accessibility programming.
• CNRS (Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrance's national research agency, with archaeologists conducting 15+ years of research on ancient ports at Bages-Sigean and Gruissan, informing exhibitions and publications.
• Mémorial du camp de RivesaltesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMemorial museum partnering on migration-themed programs, bringing historical context to contemporary migration discussions.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Louvre: National museum with significant Roman, Greek, and Etruscan antiquities departments; a much larger incumbent whose Roman collections compete for the same cultural-tourism audience at national scale.
• British Museum: Major international museum with extensive Roman provincial collections and a leading scholarly publishing program on Roman antiquity; comparable as a benchmark for research-driven Roman content programming.
• Musée d'Archéologie nationale: France's national archaeology museum at Saint-Germain-en-Laye, holding major Roman collections; functions as a broader incumbent with national scope rather than a regional specialization.

Direct peers

• Musée Saint-Raymond: Toulouse's museum of antiquities, including substantial Roman collections, located in the same Occitanie region as Narbo Via and serving a comparable educational and tourism audience.
• Musée gallo-romain de Saint-Romain-en-Gal: Combined museum and archaeological site on the Rhône dedicated to Gallo-Roman civilization; similar in combining an in-situ archaeological site with a museum presentation model.
• Musée de l'Arles antique: Départemental museum in Arles focused on Roman and early Christian antiquities of the Arles region; directly comparable as a regional French museum dedicated to Roman provincial archaeology.
• Bibracte — Centre de recherche et de muséographie: Archaeological research center and museum at Mont Beuvray on the site of the Gallic/Gallo-Roman oppidum of Bibracte; comparable as a combined archaeological park and museum operation in France.
• Musée gallo-romain de Fourvière: Museum of Roman antiquities in Lyon (on the Fourvière hill) dedicated to the ancient capital Lugdunum; comparable in scale, mission, and content to Narbo Via's Roman antiquity focus.
• Musée de la Romanité: Major Roman antiquity museum in Nîmes dedicated to the city's Gallo-Roman heritage, with collections and exhibition programming that directly overlap Narbo Via's focus on Roman provincial civilization in southern France.

Regional players

• Pont du Gard: Major Roman aqueduct heritage site in Occitanie with its own visitor center and programming; comparable as a nearby Roman heritage destination competing for regional tourist traffic.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/NarboVia_fr
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCmL4qF9GzmJpKEmk6gGcBzg
• Facebookfacebook.com/NarboViaOfficiel
• Instagraminstagram.com/narboviaofficiel
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/narbovia

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

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