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Curious hikes: Saint-Véran mine and quarry

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A hike between the traces of the spiral wire used to cut the marble, the mine entrances and the old wagon tracks used to process the native copper lode!

In sumptuous landscapes, the proto-industrial history of the Alps is revealed. Remains of the intensive exploitation of these resources, which began over 4,000 years ago, at an altitude of some 2,400 m.

Option to return on your own, depending on Clausis shuttle timetable.

Supervised by a mountain guide and lecturer from the Pays d'art et d'histoire Serre-Ponçon Guillestrois-Queyras, this is a half-day hike for the head and legs…

Opening period

From 14/07 to 18/08/2026 on Tuesday between 9 am and 12 pm.

Spoken languages : french

Rates

Full price: 12 €, Reduced price: 6 €.

REDUCED RATES

– 12-17 years old,

– student,

– jobseeker,

– RSA beneficiary,

– large family,

– person holding a disability card,

– group of 12

GRATUATES

– -12 years old

– journalist, on presentation of the professional card

– guide-conférencier, on presentation of the professional card.

Means of payment
  • Bank/credit card
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Online payment
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05350 Saint-Véran
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