This heritage trail invites children to explore Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux through clues. Augustin, a knight serving the local lord, needs help to find an object for his master’s private collection. Players must search the streets of the town centre to complete his fictional quest. Aimed at ages six to twelve, the free game combines a playful adventure with observation of the town’s heritage.
Topic: events
Repas Beaujolais des Sarmentelles
The Repas Beaujolais reunites diners and dancers during the Sarmentelles. Beaujeu caterer Maison Guillemot serves a menu in the tradition of Lyonnais bouchons, including andouillette parmentier and beef cooked in Beaujolais-Villages. Sylvie supplies French and international popular songs. A Sarmentelles wine bar also offers a chance to discover wines from the Beaujolais.
Le Corbusier Heritage Walk from Monistrol-sur-Loire
The Club de randonnée Monistrolien leads a ten-kilometre walk towards Le Corbusier’s architectural site in Firminy. Commentary along the outing introduces the UNESCO-listed site. Walkers share transport from Monistrol-sur-Loire to the route’s starting point at St Férréol D’Auroure, as part of the Mois de la Rando programme.
Visite d’usine Fontanille Scop
Mechanical bobbin looms are at the centre of Fontanille Scop’s factory visit in Espaly-Saint-Marcel. The company makes Puy-en-Velay lace and elastic ribbons, continuing a manufacturing practice carried on here for more than a century. Alongside lace production, the tour introduces the dyeing and silicone application processes used in its textile work.
Sarmentelles Prestige Dinner Show
La Maison Guillemot prepares a menu dedicated to Les Sarmentelles for this dinner show in Beaujeu. Local winegrowers serve Beaujolais red and white wines at the tables as part of the meal. Cabaret, variety acts and songs from the eighties accompany dinner, followed by a grand ball within the Beaujolais wine celebration.
Discovering Le Corbusier’s Heritage on Foot
The Club de randonnée Monistrolien leads a ten-kilometre walk from St Férréol D’Auroure towards Le Corbusier’s architectural heritage at Firminy. Commentary introduces the UNESCO-listed site. The free outing includes a car-sharing departure from Monistrol-sur-Loire, with advance registration through the Marches du Velay Rochebaron tourist office.
Inspiration Patrimoine
Inspiration Patrimoine is an exhibition of work by the artists of the Aubazat association of the same name. The small collective meets regularly and takes heritage as the starting point for its artistic activities. In Langeac, the public can see a selection of the members’ creations in an exhibition with free admission.
Maison du Mouton by Lantern Light
Lanterns illuminate the rooms of the Maison du Mouton during this guided walk in Romans-sur-Isère. The tour combines tales with historical anecdotes as it leads through the interiors of a wealthy medieval residence. Commentary is in French, and advance booking is required. Admission is free for visitors under eighteen.
Craponne Lace and Velay History Exhibitions
Craponne lace and the traditions of the Velay feature in exhibitions presented by the Société d’Histoire de la région de Craponne-sur-Arzon. Archaeology and ancient roads are also among the subjects on display. The association studies and preserves the area’s heritage through historical research, exhibitions and visits. Admission is free.
Jeu de piste de Pierrelatte
This trail for children aged six to twelve uses the local legend of Gargantua to introduce Pierrelatte’s heritage. The story tells of a stone removed from the giant’s boot and thrown onto the future town’s site. He also loses an object for participants to recover. Following clues through the centre reveals a word that helps solve the puzzle; the game is free.