Museums and Caves

An astonishing and breathtaking museum space with inspiring visits, original activities but also outdoor paths to get some fresh air and a shop to stroll around...

Embark on a unique journey, between earth and time. Here, explore two astonishing worlds: the Aven d'Orgnac, a spectacular cave, and the Cité de la Préhistoire, a modern and engaging museum. It's the perfect blend for young and old alike!

On the Grand Site of the Aven d'Orgnac, a few steps from the exit of the Cave, the Cité de la Préhistoire evokes 350 years of human adventures through collections, local remains of human occupation. To visit before or after the Aven d'Orgnac!

A unique observatory to learn about astronomy. Its advantages: a quality sky far from light pollution and quality optical instruments to contemplate the magic of the stars.

Descend the Gorges de l'Ardèche in 2 days + 1 night with a certified Nature guide to discover the river in a different way!
Opt for a full descent into the nature reserve, taking the time to cross the Pont d'Arc and its 32 km of canyon.

A museum space and scientific activities to experiment, discover and marvel! Exhibitions, workshops and events, experimental shows and interactive games, conferences and debates, access to digital culture…

Visit one of the most beautiful caves in France. The tour follows an easy route. With an indoor temperature of 14 degrees, it's advisable to bring warm clothing. The return journey takes place by small train through the natural site.

Each season has its own colours and each visit to Ardelaine its own atmosphere. Throughout the year, our guided tours, workshops, courses and cultural events allow you to gradually delve into the materials and techniques.

Discover humanity's first great masterpiece, dating back 36.000 years. In a 15-hectare wooded park, Chauvet 2 – Ardèche, the world's largest replica of an adorned cave, recreates the magic of the Chauvet Cave, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Thematic house around the AOP Fin Gras du Mézenc breeding: the typicality of the breeding and the flora of the territory of the Mézenc high plateaux. Come discover its story!

Near the lake, two caves are carved into the cliff. The upper cave served as a dwelling for the lake guard until the beginning of the 20th century. It is now converted into a museum recounting the history of its troglodyte habitats.

On the banks of the Masméjean River, discover this restored old watermill in perfect working order. On-site: children's escape games, an exhibition on renewable energy, and a seed library. Reservations required.

Discover Olivier Leroi's video artwork "1020 km" (part of the Partage des Eaux art trail) and a fun exhibition on the geology of the Ardèche Mountains. The site is accessible with the Handivisions app and there is a shop selling local products.

XNUMXth century farmhouse. which testifies to the architectural heritage. During the independent visit, discover the history of the region, the architecture in phase with the geology of the territory, the social life.
Temporary exhibitions and films.

This inn is infamous for the crimes committed there between 1807 and 1833. Step back into the 19th century and enter this sinister establishment, where you'll immediately be immersed in the heart of the matter. Next door is a hotel-restaurant and a shop.

This eco-museum retraces the history of water through the permanent exhibition "The Odyssey of Waters" and various temporary exhibitions. The tour of the tower leads to a terrace overlooking a grandiose landscape.

Guided tour of the Trespis water mill. Come and discover the operation and renovation of the mill. And immerse yourself in the past in the pretty museum of ancient objects.

From fleece to yarn, let yourself be guided to the rhythm of the exceptional machines of the last century, which in multiple stages transform wool into fluff, into skeins ready for knitting, all powered by a large paddle wheel and the magic of water