This summer, discover the archaeological sites of Gergovia and Corent with our outdoor guided tours. In addition to your visit of the Archaeological Museum of the Battle of Gergovia, let yourself be guided under the sun of the Auvergne to discover History where it was enacted. Book your visit here
IN GERGOVIA:
Guided tour: Gergovia, in the heart of the Battle
Relive the adventures of the confrontation between Vercingetorix and Caesar! You will discover the Gergovie Plateau with our guide who will reveal the secrets of the Battle and the latest archaeological discoveries!
Rates and information:
- Every day at 02:00 p.m, from 6th July to 1st September 2024
- Every day at 11:30 a.m, from 29th July to 30th August 2024
- Duration: 1h
- Admission prices: Adults: € 7 / Concessions: € 5 / Free admission: children under 6
- Meeting place: Gergovia Museum – Plateau de Gergovie – 63670 La Roche-Blanche
- Guided tour in French language
Family tour-investigation: In the footsteps of the Gergovia archaeologists
You will be accompanied in your discovery of the plateau by a game master guide and will have to take up several challenges related to the treasures of Gergovia’s past. Each success will give you the elements of a historical document that is essential for historians and archaeologists.
Rates and information:
- Every Thursday, from 11th July to 29th August 2024
- At 10:00 a.m
- Duration: 2h30
- Admission prices: Adults: € 9 / Concessions: € 7 / Free admission: children under 6
- Meeting place: Gergovia Museum – Plateau de Gergovie – 63670 La Roche-Blanche
- Guided tour in French language
Guided tour of the Gergovia archaeological digs
This summer, archaeological research resumes on the sector of the “Quartier des Artisans” (= craftsmen’s quarter), near the P2 South gate car park on the southern edge of the plateau. These excavations focus on re-examining the main access to the fortified Gallic city and may unveil new aspects of the daily life of the populations who lived on the Gergovia plateau at the end of the Iron Age. From the guided tour platform overlooking the excavations, discover the latest archaeological news of the site thanks to a registered tour guide.
Rates and information:
- Every day, from 6th July to 28th July 2024
- At 11:00 a.m
- Duration: 45 min
- Free admission
- Meeting place: in front of the remains of the Maison des Étudiants (= Students’ House), near the P2 South gate car park – Plateau de Gergovie – 63670 La Roche-Blanche
- Guided tour in French language
The Archeobus
Get on board our shuttle bus for a guided tour taking you from Gergovia to the oppidum of Corent via Gondole and Caesar’s camps!
Rates and information:
- Every Friday, from 12th July to 30th August 2024
- At 05:00 p.m
- Duration: 4h
- Admission prices: € 10 per person
- Meeting place: Gergovia Museum – Plateau de Gergovie – 63670 La Roche-Blanche
- Guided tour in French language
“The Gergoviotes” Philosophical sessions
Is courage necessary to resist? A vast philosophical question that we invite you to ponder during this new visit-workshop. Accompanied by a registered tour guide and a philosopher, this unique visiting experience will take you on the trail of the exhibition “The Gergoviotes, when archaeological students became Resistance fighters (1940-1951)”, to explore the history and image of heroes. A fascinating time for reflection, whether enjoyed alone or with family.
Rates and information:
- Wednesday 17th July, 31st July and 14th August 2024
- At 07:00 p.m
- Duration: 2h
- Admission prices: Adults: € 9 / Concessions: € 7
- From the age of 15
- Meeting place: Gergovia Museum – Plateau de Gergovie – 63670 La Roche-Blanche
- Guided tour in French language
Enigma orientation trail
From the time of the Arverni to the contemporary archaeological research, the Gergovia plateau is full of historical mysteries: be ready to solve them! Along a thematic trail, travel through time with your family with an activity which combines an acute sense of observation and logical reasoning. Be fair and quick to unravel the whole story…
Rates and information:
- Every Friday, from 12th July to 30th August 2024
- From 11:30 a.m to 04:00 p.m
- Duration: 1h30
- Admission prices: Adults: € 7 / Concessions: € 5 / Free admission: children under 6
- Meeting place: Gergovia Museum – Plateau de Gergovie – 63670 La Roche-Blanche
- Activity in French language
Gergovia, guided tour at nightfall
When night falls and silence is made, come and discover the site of Gergovia in another light through an original guided tour. During this walk at dusk combining outdoor discovery and visit of the museum, you will be able to browse the essentials of the Gergovia plateau and its brand new mediation media.
Rates and information:
- Wednesday 24th July and Wednesday 7th August 2024
- At 07:30 p.m in July / At 07:00 p.m in August
- Duration: 2h30
- Admission prices: Adults: € 9 / Concessions: € 7 / Free admission: children under 6
- Meeting place: in front of the remains of the Maison des Étudiants (= Students’ House), near the P2 South gate car park – Plateau de Gergovie – 63670 La Roche-Blanche
- Guided tour in French language
Gallic Festival of Lugnasad
Come and celebrate summer during the Gallic Festival of Lugnasad! On this occasion, we invite you on a musical journey to discover ancient instruments and the lives of musicians of the past. A bard from the historical reenactment association Gallia Musica will welcome you with the sounds of the Gallic lyre, the Roman sistrum, and the Greek auloi to present the history of these melodious accessories and the musical atmospheres of ancient peoples.
Rates and information:
- Saturday 3rd August and Sunday 4th August 2024
- From 11:30 a.m to 06.00 p.m.
- Duration: 1h
- Admission prices: Adults: € 11 / Concessions: € 9
- Reserved for ages 7 and up
- Meeting place: Gergovia Museum – Plateau de Gergovie – 63670 La Roche-Blanche
- Activity in French language
IN CORENT:
Guided tour: Corent, when the Gauls lived in the city
On the Plateau de Corent, located 15 km from Gergovia, you will discover the history of this powerful city of the Arverne people. A walk that will reverse the received ideas about the Gauls and their way of life.
Rates and information:
- Every Sunday, from 7th July to 1st September 2024
- At 04:30 p.m
- Duration: 1h30
- Admission prices: Adults: € 7 / Concessions: € 5 / Free admission: children under 6
- Meeting place: Guided tour departure sign near the archaeological site car park – Plateau de Corent – 63730 Corent
- Guided tour in French language
Relive Corent: A Virtual Reality Experience
This summer, experience an entirely new historical adventure. Combining a guided tour with immersive sessions using a virtual reality headset, this activity takes you back to the incredible Gallic town of Corent. Touch the objects and explore the city in this fascinating journey through time.
Rates and information:
- Every Tuesday, from 9th July to 27th August 2024
- At 10:00 a.m and 11:00 p.m
- Duration: 1h
- Admission prices: Adults: € 10 / Concessions: € 8
- Reserved for ages 12 and up
- Meeting place: Guided tour departure sign near the archaeological site car park – Plateau de Corent – 63730 Corent
- Guided tour in French language
Corent theatrical guided tour: Living like Gauls, what if it was the future?
At first, everything suggests a classic visit to the Gallic city. When suddenly, the famous French property developer Stéphane Plazax intervenes, touting the Gallic sustainable habitat. A theatrical guided tour led by a guide and an actor who will immerse you in Corent at the end of the Iron Age!
Rates and information:
- Thursday, 11th July and Tuesday 18th August 2024
- At 06:30 p.m
- Duration: 1h
- Admission prices: Adults: € 9 / Concessions: € 7 / Free admission: children under 6
- Meeting place: Guided tour departure sign near the archaeological site car park – Plateau de Corent – 63730 Corent
- Guided tour in French language
Corent archaeology and wine discovery tour
This original guided tour combines both a presentation of the archaeological site of Corent, characterized by heavy wine imports and consumption in Gallic times, and the development of the viticulture sector from Roman times to present day. A tasting of natural wine and local products concludes this gourmet discovery.
Rates and information:
- Thursday 18th July and Thursday 8th August 2024
- At 04:30 p.m
- Duration: 2h30
- Admission prices: Adults: € 11 / Concessions: € 9 (Wine-tasting included in the purchase price)
- Meeting place: Guided tour departure sign near the archaeological site car park – Plateau de Corent – 63730 Corent
- Guided tour in French language
Are you also interested in visiting the Gergovia Museum?
All guided tours are carried out in partnership with the Puy de Dôme Department.
