The Gergovie Museum at La Roche-Blanche
The Musée de Gergovie, at La Roche-Blanche in the Puy-de-Dôme department, is a treasure trove of history and archaeology. Nestling at the top of the famous Gergovie hill, it offers an immersive experience at the heart of the Gallic era.
The Musée de Gergovie is an emblematic site that reveals the secrets of Gaulish history. Founded in 1973, the museum aims to preserve and bring to life the glorious days of ancient Gaul. In particular, it commemorates the battle of Gergovia, where Vercingetorix valiantly defended his people against the Roman invader Julius Caesar.
Through artefacts, interactive exhibits and striking reconstructions, the museum invites you to discover how the Gauls lived, fought and protected themselves against the Roman invasion.
Teleport to a time when heroism and bravery reigned supreme.
As soon as you walk through the doors of the Musée de Gergovie, embark on an adventure through the fascinating history of Gaulish antiquity. Among the must-see activities are :
📍 Address: Plateau de Gergovie, 63 670 La Roche-Blanche
🚘 30 minutes' drive from your hotel
🕰 Opening times:
Les Hirondelles hotel & restaurant, nestled in an old family farmhouse, offers you a soothing stay in the heart of the Auvergne. Just 20 minutes from Clermont-Ferrand, this 3-star hotel in the Puy-de-Dôme boasts spacious rooms, a vaulted hall and a large veranda.
The hotel is close to many places of interest such as :
The rich history of Gergovie
The Musée de Gergovie is an emblematic site that reveals the secrets of Gaulish history. Founded in 1973, the museum aims to preserve and bring to life the glorious days of ancient Gaul. In particular, it commemorates the battle of Gergovia, where Vercingetorix valiantly defended his people against the Roman invader Julius Caesar.
Through artefacts, interactive exhibits and striking reconstructions, the museum invites you to discover how the Gauls lived, fought and protected themselves against the Roman invasion.
Teleport to a time when heroism and bravery reigned supreme.
An immersive experience
As soon as you walk through the doors of the Musée de Gergovie, embark on an adventure through the fascinating history of Gaulish antiquity. Among the must-see activities are :
- Informative guided tours
- Captivating multimedia projections
- Fun and educational workshops for families
Practical information
📍 Address: Plateau de Gergovie, 63 670 La Roche-Blanche
🚘 30 minutes' drive from your hotel
🕰 Opening times:
- Open Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays outside school holidays from 1pm to 6pm.
- Every day during school holidays from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. during the summer holidays.
A stopover in a hotel in Orcines
Les Hirondelles hotel & restaurant, nestled in an old family farmhouse, offers you a soothing stay in the heart of the Auvergne. Just 20 minutes from Clermont-Ferrand, this 3-star hotel in the Puy-de-Dôme boasts spacious rooms, a vaulted hall and a large veranda.
The hotel is close to many places of interest such as :
- Puy-de-Dôme
- Vulcania
- Volcanoes Golf Course
- Lemptegy volcano
- The Puys mountain range
- Clermont-Ferrand SNCF train station: 10 km
- Clermont-Ferrand bus station: 8.5 km
- Clermont-Ferrand airport: 15 km
