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Reims Mountain Ecomuseum à Avenay-Val-d'Or dans la Marne

Marne

Reims Mountain Ecomuseum

    1 Rue du Pré Michaux
    51160 Avenay-Val-d'Or

Origin and history

The Écomusée de la Montagne de Reims is a cultural establishment located in the commune of Pourcy, near Avenay-Val-d'Or, in the department of Marne (51). This museum is labeled "Musée de France", a distinction that underscores its heritage importance and its mission to preserve and enhance local heritage. He focuses on the presentation of tools and trades related to the forest in Reims Mountain, a region known for its wooded landscapes and wine history.

The official address of the ecomuseum, according to Muséofile base, is Rue du Pré Michaux in Pourcy, although GPS coordinates suggest a location close to Germaine. This geographic shift may reflect an administrative reorganization or an error in referencing. The site is managed in the wider context of the Reims Mountain Regional Natural Park, accessible via its official website. Visitors can discover collections of traditional tools, illustrating the ancestral know-how of foresters and winemakers in the region.

The location of the ecomuseum is assessed as "passible" (note 5/10) on the Monumentum platform, indicating a geographical accuracy to be improved. Despite this, the museum remains a major point of interest in understanding the environmental and economic history of the Reims Mountain. Its telephone and website allow visitors to prepare for their visit and learn more about the exhibitions offered.

The Reims Mountain, where the ecomuseum is located, is an emblematic area of the Grand East region, marked by a strong forest and wine-growing identity. The forest trades, highlighted by the museum, have played a key role in local economic development, notably through logging and wine production. These activities have shaped the landscapes and traditions of the region, still visible today.

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  • Téléphone : 03 26 59 44 44