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Ochre mines of Bruoux

Historic site and monument ,  Industrial site ,  Mine in Gargas

  • Go for a trip to the heart of the Ochre! Vertiginous cliffs with flamboyant colors and gigantic labyrinths of galleries compose a unique and mysterious decor where the work of the man is mixed with the beauty of the landscape.

  • Enter these 15m high underground quarries and discover the richness of this preserved place, a vestige of the glory years of the ochre industry. Wonder and good mood guaranteed!

    Average temperature in the gallery: 10°C.
    Guided tour at fixed time
    Duration of the visit: 1 hour
    Site accessible to strollers.
    Site accessible to people with reduced mobility with an attendant.
    Free parking

    Reservation required only by phone 04 90 06 22 59.

    Special provisions Covid-19 : Wearing a...
    Enter these 15m high underground quarries and discover the richness of this preserved place, a vestige of the glory years of the ochre industry. Wonder and good mood guaranteed!

    Average temperature in the gallery: 10°C.
    Guided tour at fixed time
    Duration of the visit: 1 hour
    Site accessible to strollers.
    Site accessible to people with reduced mobility with an attendant.
    Free parking

    Reservation required only by phone 04 90 06 22 59.

    Special provisions Covid-19 : Wearing a mask is mandatory
  • Environment
    • In the country
    • In the forest
    • Isolated
    • Village 2 km away
  • Spoken languages
    • German
    • English
    • French
    • Italian
    • Vignobles et Découvertes
    • Valeurs Parc Naturel Régional
    • Qualité Tourisme
    • Accueil Vélo
Services
  • Accessibility
    • Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
    • Site, building totally accessible
  • Activities
    • Concerts
    • Shows
    • Theatre
  • Equipment
    • Picnic area
    • Bar
    • Public toilets
    • Car park
    • Defibrillator
    • Parking nearby
    • bus parking
    • Private car park
    • Free parking
  • Services
    • Coach access
    • Boutique
    • Set down on-site for groups
    • Tourist brochures
    • Guided tours
    • No pets allowed
Rates
Payment methods
  • American Express
  • Credit card
  • Cheque
  • Holiday cheques
  • Cash
  • Transfers
  • Rates
    Coupled rate Mine-Factory : 15€ (Visit of the mines of Bruoux and the Mathieu factory in Roussillon)

    Wine & Adventure" rate 25 € (Visit of the Bruoux Mines + "Aureto" wine tasting only on request)