Museum of Prehistory of the Gorges du Verdon

A museum that tells the story of Man in Provence. Come and discover archaeological objects from around 60 sites in Haute-Provence and Verdon.

mis à jour le 02/06/2022 par Velo Loisir Provence

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The Prehistory Museum of the Gorges du Verdon presents to the public the adventure of the first men in Provence since one million years.

The permanent exhibition alternates scenes of prehistoric life, archaeological objects from Haute-Provence and the Verdon and multimedia supports.

At the entrance to the museum, a mammoth, a woolly rhinoceros, a reindeer, a megaceros and a sabre-toothed tiger welcome visitors.

OPENING OF THE MUSEUM SHOP
From Saturday 20 February, from 10 am to 5.30 pm, you will be able to discover the entire shop, which includes books, comics, games and objects that take you back to prehistory. You will also have the opportunity to obtain the leaflet of the orientation course of the prehistoric village.

Museum labelled "Tourism and disability", "Accueil Vélo", "Qualité Tourisme" and "ISO 9001", "Boutique" - "Le Biface" cafeteria in July and August - Picnic area nearby
SITES TO VISIT NEARBY: Low gorges of the Verdon, on foot and along the water, Riez, Roman city

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From 01/02 to 31/03 between 10 am and 6 pm.
Closed on Tuesday.
Weekly closing on Tuesdays except zone B school vacations. Last admission at 5 p.m.

From 01/04 to 30/06 between 10 am and 7 pm.
Closed on Tuesday.
Weekly closing on Tuesdays, except Zone B school vacations. Last admission at 6 p.m.

From 01/07 to 31/08, daily between 10 am and 8 pm.
Last entry at 7 p.m.

From 01/09 to 30/09 between 10 am and 7 pm.
Closed on Tuesday.
Last entry at 6 p.m.

From 01/10 to 15/12 between 10 am and 6 pm.
Closed on Tuesday.
Weekly closing on Tuesdays except for school vacations in zone B.

Reduced price: 6 €
Adult: from 8 €
Child : from 6 €
Student: 6 €
Job seeker: 6 €
Large family: 22 € ((2 adults + 2 children) + €3 per additional child)
Disabled: 6 €
Group adults: 6 €
Group children : 5 €.

Free entry for children < 6 years, press, accompanying guides.
Child entry valid for 6 - 17 years.
Group rate available for > 10 people.

Visioguide included F, D, I, GB, NL
Ambassador cards : 14 € (unlimited entry for 1 year).

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Musée de Préhistoire des Gorges du Verdon

Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Itinéraire 1 - EN

Circuit 1 of the FFC Provence Verdon MTB website

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Itinéraire 12 - EN

Circuit 12 of the FFC Provence Verdon MTB website

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Itinéraire 2 - EN

Circuit 2 of the FFC Provence Verdon MTB website

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Itinéraire 24 - EN

Circuit 24 of the FFC Provence Verdon MTB website

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Itinéraire 3 - EN

Circuit 3 of the FFC Provence Verdon MTB website

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - circuit 40 - bleu - Régusse - EN

Track 40 of the FCF MTB site Provence Verdon

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Circuit Bleu - Montagnac-Montpezat - EN

Circuit 43 on the FFC Provence Verdon MTB website

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Circuit Vert - Artignosc - EN

Track 44 of the FCF-MTB site Provence Verdon

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Circuit Bleu - Artignosc - EN

Track 45 of the FCF-MTB site Provence Verdon

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Itinéraire 11 - EN

Circuit 11 of the FFC Provence Verdon MTB website

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Itinéraire 19 - EN

Circuit 19 of the FFC Provence Verdon MTB website

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Itinéraire 20 - EN

Circuit 20 of the FFC Provence Verdon MTB website

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Itinéraire 23 - EN

Circuit 23 of the VTT FFC Provence Verdon website

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Itinéraire 25 - EN

Circuit 25 of the FFC Provence Verdon MTB website

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Circuit Bleu - St-Julien-le-Montagnier - EN

Circuit 29 of the FFC Provence Verdon MTB website

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Circuit Bleu - Esparron-de-Verdon - EN

Circuit 35 on the FFC Provence Verdon MTB website

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Provence Verdon - Circuit Bleu - Régusse - EN

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Circuit Bleu - Montmeyan - EN

Circuit 49 on the FFC Provence Verdon MTB website

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Itinéraire 6 - EN

Circuit 6 of the FFC Provence Verdon MTB website

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Site VTT FFC - Provence Verdon - Itinéraire 9 - EN

Circuit 9 of the FFC Provence Verdon MTB website

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Circuit vélo Les barrages du Verdon

Discover by bike the Var part of the Verdon Regional Natural Park with its contrasting landscapes, its unique villages and its historical heritage.

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Grande Traversée VTT La TransVerdon - EN

"The TransVerdon begins at the source of the Verdon, at the Col d'Allos, 2,247 m above sea level. It's a 260 km journey between these Alpine mountains and Gréoux-les-Bains, resolutely complete and technical, punctuated by well-deserved swimming breaks.

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Tour du Verdon à vélo

Lovers of roaming and adventure, ride the Tour du Verdon by bike! Travel in a unique territory: wide outdoors, stunning panoramas and iconic villages.

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Balcons d'Esparron

Cycling route in Verdon, immerse yourself in the heritage and landscapes of Provence. Around Lake Esparron and conquering the castle of Allemagne-en-Provence.

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Contact & informations

Museum of Prehistory of the Gorges du Verdon
Route de Montmeyan

04500 Quinson

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