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La Mine d'Argent du Fournel

Museum, Sciences and technology, Geology, Industry in L' Argentière-la-Bessée

  • The Silver Mine, a historic heritage gem unique in the Hautes Alpes.
    Discover the work of the miners through the galleries in this universe in the heart of the mountains. Accompanied by a guide, you'll take an amazing trip back in time!

  • - "Must-See" guided tour: for young and old alike, the one-hour underground discovery tour, with 600m of medieval and 19th-century galleries.
    - The "Indoor Adventure" tour: an in-depth, sporty tour with 2? hours of immersion in small groups in never-before-seen galleries!
    - The adventure game "L'Odyssée souterraine XIX° siècle": a fun way to explore the galleries of the 19th century while solving riddles!
    - The NEW adventure game "L'Odyssée médiévale": for the more sporty, a maze of...
    - "Must-See" guided tour: for young and old alike, the one-hour underground discovery tour, with 600m of medieval and 19th-century galleries.
    - The "Indoor Adventure" tour: an in-depth, sporty tour with 2? hours of immersion in small groups in never-before-seen galleries!
    - The adventure game "L'Odyssée souterraine XIX° siècle": a fun way to explore the galleries of the 19th century while solving riddles!
    - The NEW adventure game "L'Odyssée médiévale": for the more sporty, a maze of galleries from the Middle Ages, to be explored as the challenges and riddles present themselves to you!
    - The escape game "On s'fait la malle?!": an indoor game at the Château St. Laurent. an indoor game at the Château St Jean, based on real-life epic events, for a more historical feel.

    Booking essential for all services.

    Bring very good footwear, as there is ice and snow on the path down to La Mine.
    Warning: slots may be cancelled in the event of heavy snowfall...

    Not recommended for people in poor health (mountain path leading to La Mine: 10-15 minutes with an 80-metre drop). Appropriate footwear and clothing recommended (temperature 12°).

    Information and bookings by telephone.
  • Environment
    • Mountain view
    • Mountain location
    • Close to a public transportation
    • Village 2 km away
    • Close to GR footpath
    • Cycle track/route within 500 m
  • Spoken languages
    • Italian
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
  • Groups (Max capacity)
    • 15  Maximum number of people
  • Activities
    • Minimum age (in years) :  5
Services
  • Activities
    • Temporary exhibition
    • Archeological digs
    • Geology
    • Discovery
    • History
    • Industry
  • Equipment
    • Coach parking
    • Car park
    • Picnic area
    • Toilets
  • Services
    • Educational visits
    • Booking obligatory
    • Themed tour
    • Shop
    • Set down on-site for groups
    • Tourist brochures
    • Tourist information
    • Booking of general amenities
    • Guided tours
Rates
Payment methods
  • Bank/credit card
  • Travellers Cheque
  • Cash
  • Credit transfer
  • Rates
    Full price:
    Adults (+16 years): €16,
    Children (-16 years): €11.

    Reduced price:
    Adults (+16 years): €13,
    Children (-16 years): €10.
    Reduced price : Groups of 10 or more, jobseekers, students, large families, partners, visit + escape pack, etc. On presentation of proof.
Openings
Openings
  • From April 5, 2025 until November 11, 2025
    Open Everyday
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