Museum in Auvergne

Built in 1430 by Louis d'Anjony (compatriot of Joan of Arc), this is a typical small 15th century mountain fortress. Extended in the 18th century, this home has richly decorated interiors and furnishings from many eras. Open to visit 15th Feb to 11th Nov daily in the afternoons. Groups by appoint...

Browse 2,000 years of history of this spa and tourist town of Néris-les-Bains, named one of the Plus Beaux Détours of France. Group guided tours by appointment of the town and Museum of Heritage (Franco-Roman). Awarded 3* Town in Bloom and Laureate of the National Award for Trees, also visit the ...

Fun discoveries in this location stuffed with pictures, sounds and flavours. Visit the House of Colette, the 1950's shop, barn, and chestnut orchard...Don't leave without trying one of the chestnut based specialities! Open daily by appointment, except Jan, with fun events, regional produce and re...

Created to pay homage to one of its sons, the museum is located close to the house where he was born. Opened in July 1999, 25 yrs after his death, it retraces through the photographs from Passemard, the civil and political relations of this Prime Minister, Deputy and President of the Republic. Pe...

In the centre of the town : Museum of Woods and Forest. An original exploration of the world of foresters, the men and the region. Also see, a water sawmill, a ball clock. Contact us - a warm welcome awaits you.

A lovely day trip in the National Park for the Livradois-Forez Region: a guided tour of the AGRIVAP (Farming and Steam Machinery) Museum. See a rare collection of tractors, old machinery (cylinder, stills, steam roller, cattle carousel …) then travel by train through the hills of Forez and Livra...

Situated in the former episcopal Palace - 17th century building - listed as a Historic Monument the museum contains surprising collections. Discover archaeological collections, religious statues from 12-19th centuries, Cathedral treasures and finally delve in to local cultural anthropology throug...

The Alfred Douët Museumn is found in the former Consulate House, famous for its Renaissance facade inspired by Chambord. Owned by the Foundation Caisse d’Épargne since 1952, this Museum of France in Drouot displays a collection of works of art of this erudite man who acquired tapestries, enamels ...

The château of Martinanches welcomes you to an historical guided visit, a comfortable and refined night in one of the chateau's bedrooms, for a work meeting or an overnight escape, afternoon tea or group meal, tea dance or show evening. Come and discover the charm and authenticity of our home. Pl...

Displayed within the eleven rooms of the Museum are tools and documents recalling the history of the vineyard at Saint-Pourçain-sur-Sioule. More than 1,000 objects relate 2,000 years of history. For children, a treasure hunt "the mysterious drink" with a diploma for the best winemaker of Saint-Po...

The museum installed in the manufacturing plant of Bompard, reveals the riches from the earth of french-roman potters. The sigillated dishes, exported all over Europe, made the name of Lezoux internationally renowned. Open every day except Tuesdays and January, from 10am to 5pm (Nov to April) and...

At a venue classified as a "Historical Monument" discover paper made by hand using 15th Century methods, meet the men and women who continue to work this way. Guided visits : an 'Auvergnat' home, origins and history of paper, workshops. Flowering gardens, tree park, picnic area. Open daily. Free ...

The birthplace of Raymond Peynet's mother, Brassac-les-Mines (50km from Clermont-Ferrand) welcomes a museum dedicated to his work. This museum evokes important moments of his life, for example in 1942 when he imagined for the first time the little couple in front of the Valance band stand.You wi...