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Museum of volcanoes in Aurillac dans le Cantal

Musée
Musée de géologie et des volcans
Cantal

Museum of volcanoes in Aurillac

    Rue du Château Saint-Étienne
    15000 Aurillac

Timeline

Époque contemporaine
2000
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui

Origin and history

The Volcano Museum in Aurillac is a monument located in the city of Aurillac, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. This place is dedicated to the discovery of volcanoes, a central theme in this region marked by historical volcanic activity. Although the exact period of its creation is not mentioned, its existence is part of a desire to develop the local geological heritage.

The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, known for its volcanic landscapes, has always been a territory where geology plays a major role in cultural and economic identity. Museums such as Aurillac's make it possible to raise public awareness of the importance of volcanoes, while providing an educational and tourist space.

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Conditions of visit

  • Téléphone : 04 71 48 07 00
  • Jours d'ouverture : du mardi au vendredi de 14h00 à 18h00
  • Contact organisation : 04 71 48 07 00