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Visite des Fours à chaux

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Impasse des Fours à Chaux, 85490 Benet

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Open a door that is usually closed....

Immerse yourself in industrial history on an exceptional tour of the Benet lime kilns. This site, listed as a Historic Monument and usually closed to the public, reveals its secrets only on rare occasions… and you’re one of the lucky few. Built in 1873, this monumental complex – inspired by the Vauban style – bears witness to a fascinating industrial past. From the quarries to the kilns, via the mysterious lime-sifting plant, every nook and cranny tells the story of the ingenuity of the builders of yesteryear. But that’s not all: explore the little-known links between these kilns and the Faymoreau mines, and discover how the construction of a railway line transformed the area. A journey through time, where industry becomes a realm of exploration… A unique experience for the curious and the adventurous, which takes place only a few times a year. Don’t miss this chance to connect with history! IN JULY: WEDNESDAYS 15/07 – 22/07 - 29 July at 3.00 pm IN AUGUST: WEDNESDAYS 5 August – 12 August – 19 August and SATURDAY 1 August at 3.00 pm - Meeting point: Impasse des Fours à Chaux, 85490 Benet - Duration: 2 hours - Suitable for: children aged 6 and over - Limited places – booking essential at the Tourist Office - Site not accessible to people with reduced mobility VISIT GUIDELINES: - Please arrive at the venue with your ticket 10 minutes before the tour begins. - Please wear suitable footwear and clothing, as this is an outdoor tour - Secure, enclosed on-site car park. - No on-site ticket sales; ticket sales close at 1.00 pm on the day - The organiser reserves the right to cancel the tour if the minimum number of participants is not reached.