Museum of Geology of the Maison du Parc du Luberon

Discover in the Museum of the House of the Luberon Regional Natural Park all the diversity of the geological riches of Provence between landscapes, rocks and fossils.

mis à jour le 11/05/2022 par Velo Loisir Provence

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In the heart of the ancient centre of Apt, the Maison du Parc naturel régional du Luberon welcomes you in an 18th-century mansion with its vaulted cellars.

Open all year round to the public, it is a must-see gateway to meet the Luberon territory.

A permanent exhibition and a museum of geology accompany you to discover the characteristics of the Luberon that make this territory an exceptional space labeled Regional Natural Park and recognized Biosphere Reserve and World Geopark by UNESCO.

A historical and geological parenthesis not to be missed to better understand the landscapes you go, whether you have crossed by bike or mountain bike.

From 02/01 to 20/12/2024
Opening hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 8.30 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 5.30 pm.
Closed Saturday and Sunday.
Closed exceptionally on Easter Monday, Feast of the Ascension, Whit Monday, May 1st, May 8th, July 14th, August 15th, November 1st and November 11th.

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Museum of Geology of the Maison du Parc du Luberon
60, place Jean-Jaurès
BP 122
84400 Apt

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