THE MYSTERIES OF FARGES
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A guided tour to discover the secrets behind the making of the famous cheese and the mysterious life of troglodyte dwellings
The troglodytic dwellings of Les Farges date from the Middle Ages. They were rediscovered in the 1990s. Enter the heart of the caves dug more than 1,000 years ago and follow the guide to discover the secrets of making the famous cheese and learn more about the mysterious life of these dwellings. Continue on a gourmet note by tasting the famous Saint-Nectaire cheese. Finally, share the secret of Abbé Dubois and his brother Donat at the time of the French Revolution, then discover the Viginet treasure. The visit lasts about 1 hour.
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Opening time and information on THE MYSTERIES OF FARGES
Open during school holidays, the 3 zones and May, June, early July, Sept: daily 10am-12pm and 2pm-5pm Summer holidays: daily 10am-6pm. Last departures 1/2h before closing Closed mid-Nov to mid-Dec. Rest of the year on reservation for 2 or more people. Free up to 5 years. Adult: 6.60 €. Child (from 6 to 15 years old) : 4,60 €. Group (20 people): 5,80 €. Family package: 26 € (2 adults, 3 children from 6 to 15 years old). Guided tour (50 min). Shop.
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Travel through the centuries through four caves, ancient troglodytic dwellings, dug more than 1000 years ago.
Thanks to an unforgettable sound and light show, relive the mysterious history of the site in the Time of the Warriors. Share the secret of Abbé Dubois during the French Revolution thanks to the magic lantern. marvel at the Viginet Treasure, a slide show of stereoscopic (3D) photographs from the early 20th century.
Our offers and services
Escap'Farges: the Ghosts of Vigineix and the secret of the darkroom
Running time: 60 min
Ages 12 and up. From 2 to 6 people.
From €20 to €33 per person.
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Members' reviews on THE MYSTERIES OF FARGES
Notre guide Mélissa a su nous captiver du début à la fin et nous transmettre sa passion pour l'histoire de sa région et la fabrication du Saint Nectaire. Nous sommes ressortis de cette visite ,très variée par ses supports ,plus riches de connaissances malgré notre origine auvergnate!!!