House of Amethyst

Le Vernet-Chaméane

Discover amethyst, the violet stone that the Greeks said protects against drunkenness and elevates the spirit. Located in the heart of Europe’s largest amethyst deposit, this living museum invites you to immerse yourself in the world of minerals.

The Maison de l’Améthyste offers fun activities, walks and workshops to discover and collect this stone from its natural deposit.

Spoken languages

Availability and booking

Opening hours

From 21/09 to 30/10/2026 from Monday to Friday between 9 am and 1 pm and between 2 pm and 5.45 pm.
Self-guided tour of the Geosite Museum. Activities on reservation. Open on public holidays.

From 05/04 to 31/10/2027 from Monday to Friday between 9 am and 1 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Self-guided tour of the Geosite Museum. Activities on reservation. Open on public holidays.

Prices and payment methods

  • From 06/04 to 31/10/2026
  • Adult : 9 to 13 € (Guided tours, workshops or walks.)
  • Child : 3 to 11 € (Guided tours, workshops or walks.).
  • From 05/04 to 31/12/2027
  • Adult : 9 to 13 € (Guided tours, workshops or walks.)
  • Child : 3 to 11 € (Guided tours, workshops or walks.).
  • Free entry for children under 5.
  • Child entry valid for 5 – 14 years.
  • Group rate available for 15 people or more.
  • Free admission to the Geosite Museum.
  • All other activities must be booked in advance.

Payment methods :

  • Cash
  • Travellers Cheque
  • Contactless payment

Comfort, facilities and services

  • Activity
  • Car park
  • Children’s entertainment
  • Coach parking
  • Defibrillator
  • Educational visits
  • Entertainments room
  • Exhibition space
  • Film room
  • Guided tours
  • Handicrafts workshops
  • Motorhomes allowed
  • Pets welcome
  • Picnic area
  • Public WC
  • Shop
  • Temporary exhibition
  • Themed tour
  • Tourist brochures

Pets welcome

Dogs allowed : On leash

Location

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Updated on 4 September 2026 by Auvergne Pays d’Issoire