Musée d’Archéologie Tricastine

Semi-permanent and themed exhibitions. Collections related to the Tricastin area, some items of which are unique in Europe. Conferences, guided visits, workshops and 3D reconstruction with the Oculus Rift virtual reality headset.

Description

Located in the heart of Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux, the Musée d'Archéologie Tricastine traces the history of the Tricastin region from prehistory to the Middle Ages. The current exhibition "Vivre et Mourir en Tricastin de la Préhistoire au Moyen Âge" ("Living and Dying in Tricastin from Prehistory to the Middle Ages") reveals the funerary rites and daily life of the Tricastin inhabitants, thanks to a number of remarkable objects. These include a 108 m² mosaic and a Hebraic Holy Ark dated 1451, the only one of its kind in France. Throughout the year, the museum offers a variety of events to explore the rich history of our region.

Spoken languages

  • English
  • French

Themes

  • History
  • Sciences and technology
  • Arts and culture
  • Prehistoric
  • Archeological
  • Local history

Labels and ranking

  • Bad weather alternative
  • Recommended by high heat

Activities

  • Temporary exhibition
  • Activity

Opening

Closed temporarily.

Visit

Individual tour

  • Unguided individual tours available permanently
  • Guided individual tours on request
  • Average Duration of the individual tour: 60 minutes

Group tour

  • Unguided group tours available permanently
  • Guided group tours on request
  • Average duration of groups visit: 120 minutes
  • Min. group size: 12
  • Max. group size: 30

Rate

Full price: 3.20 €
Reduced price: 1.10 €.

Group rate available for > 12 people.

Payment options:

  • Check
  • Bank/credit card
  • Cash
  • Credit transfer

Situation

Show itinerary

Amenities and Services

  • Online shop
  • Shop
  • Tourist brochures
  • Wi-fi
  • Coach parking
  • Car park
  • Public WC
  • Book shop
  • Air conditioning

Accessibility

  • Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance