Musée archéologique de Beaumes
Small association-run museum next to the Notre-Dame d’Aubune chapel, presenting archaeological and geological finds from Beaumes-de-Venise.
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About the museum
The museum is located on the site of Notre-Dame d’Aubune in Beaumes-de-Venise. The neighbouring chapel is a 12th-century Romanesque building whose bell tower is listed as a monument historique. Tradition links it to Charles Martel or one of his lieutenants, in memory of a Frankish victory over the Saracens, and a legend tells of a rock that the devil wanted to throw at it.
The museum displays archaeological objects from the Greek, Roman, Gallo-Roman and medieval periods, all found in Beaumes-de-Venise, as well as geological objects. The periods covered range from the Palaeolithic to the Middle Ages, including the Neolithic and the Bronze Age.
Tours are led by volunteers from the Académie de Beaumes-de-Venise. They also cover the medieval garden, the spring gallery and the exterior of the chapel, which is temporarily closed.
Highlights
- Greek, Roman, Gallo-Roman and medieval archaeological objects found in Beaumes-de-Venise
- Geological objects
- Medieval garden
- Spring gallery
- Romanesque Notre-Dame d’Aubune chapel
Permanent exhibition
- Collections archéologiques et géologiques de Beaumes-de-Venise – Greek, Roman, Gallo-Roman and medieval objects found in Beaumes-de-Venise, along with geological pieces.
- Operated by
- Académie de Beaumes-de-Venise (bénévoles)
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
| Groups (6+ people) | –Groups of 6 to 20 people by appointment. |
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The guided tour is free.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
Parking nearby. The access road has partly collapsed about 200 m from the site, so it is advisable to park at the foot of the slope.
Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | The free guided tour covers the archaeological museum, the medieval garden, the spring gallery and the exterior of the chapel. The chapel is temporarily closed; a virtual visit is available. Animals are welcome. |
