Exhibition : “The Chaîne des Puys : land of pastoralism, herds that have been shaping our volcanoes for over 6,000 years”.
Orcines
Du 13 May 2026 au 3 January 2027
The history of pastoralism in the Chaîne des Puys, from its origins to its current and future challenges, told through a fascinating exhibition.
Like a detective story, this exhibition takes us back in time, from the Neolithic to the present day, to retrace the history of pastoralism in the Chaîne des Puys and reveal all its unique features.
Even today, pastoralism plays an essential role in preserving biodiversity, maintaining landscapes and passing(…)
Like a detective story, this exhibition takes us back in time, from the Neolithic to the present day, to retrace the history of pastoralism in the Chaîne des Puys and reveal all its unique features.
Even today, pastoralism plays an essential role in preserving biodiversity, maintaining landscapes and passing on know-how. And the future ?
The highlight of the tour : an old shepherd’s caravan, typical of the Dômes and recently restored, will bear witness to living conditions on the mountain pastures. Authentic antique objects, books, postcards, archives… will enrich this immersion into the heart of a pastoral world that is both ancestral and resolutely contemporary.
Spoken languages
Opening hours
From 13/05 to 01/11/2026 daily between 10 am and 6 pm. During Maison de Site opening hours.
From 02/11/2026 to 03/01/2027 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 10 am and 5.15 pm.
Prices and payment methods
Free access.
Additional information
Free access, on the mezzanine of the Panoramique des Dômes departure station.
Location
Accès
Panoramique des Dômes train station.
Exhibition : “The Chaîne des Puys : land of pastoralism, herds that have been shaping our volcanoes for over 6,000 years”. Maison de Site du puy de Dôme Maison de site Chemin du Couleyras La Font de l’arbre 63870 Orcines