Castanea – Discover the world of sweet chestnut

Castanea tells in great detail the story of how for centuries, entire generations daily lives revolved around chestnut trees, both for work and for food. Find out more about this emblematic "bread tree". Castanea is beautiful located in a former convent in medieval town of Joyeuse. The museum shop offers you a wide range of local chestnut delicacys, postcards, books....

By |March 25th, 2025|Comments Off on Castanea – Discover the world of sweet chestnut

Aven d’Orgnac, animations Préhistoire week-end de l’Ascension

How did people make fire in prehistoric times? How did man hunt? How did they paint? Our demonstrations and workshops will complement your visits to the cave and the Cité de la Préhistoire over the long weekend.

By |April 1st, 2025|Comments Off on Aven d’Orgnac, animations Préhistoire week-end de l’Ascension

Aven d’Orgnac – Grand Site de France – The City of Prehistory

On the Grand Site de l'Aven d'Orgnac, just a stone's throw from the Grotto exit, the Cité de la Préhistoire evokes 350,000 years of human adventure through collections of local remains of human occupation. Visit before or after the Aven d'Orgnac!

By |April 14th, 2025|Comments Off on Aven d’Orgnac – Grand Site de France – The City of Prehistory