Museum of the Resistance – François-Charles Maestracci
Saint-Gervais-d’Auvergne
Presentation of the actions of the Resistance during the Second World War in the Combrailles. Numerous documents explaining the rise of fascism, the chronology and history of Resistance movements.
Chronology of the Second World War and history of Resistance movements, particularly in Combrailles and Zone 13. A DVD with testimonials from former Resistance fighters and information on the Resistance camps in Combrailles is available for purchase, as well as a small booklet explaining the creation, operation and life of(…)
Chronology of the Second World War and history of Resistance movements, particularly in Combrailles and Zone 13. A DVD with testimonials from former Resistance fighters and information on the Resistance camps in Combrailles is available for purchase, as well as a small booklet explaining the creation, operation and life of the maquis (a must-have for your visit to the Nestor Perret maquis). A key-ring is also on sale.
Arrange an appointment for a guided tour of the museum or the Nestor Perret camp. Municipal museum run by the Amicale des Anciens Résistants et Amis de la Zone 13.
Spoken languages
Opening hours
From 01/02 to 31/12/2026 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 9 am and 11.30 am and between 2.30 pm and 5 pm. On Friday between 9 am and 11.30 am and between 2 pm and 4.30 pm. Weekends between 9.30 am and 12 pm and between 2.30 pm and 5.30 pm. Closed exceptionally on Easter Monday, November 11th and December 25th. Groups, schools and associations welcome on request.
On demand.
Prices and payment methods
Free of charge.
Comfort, facilities and services
Educational visits
Guided group tours on request
Guided individual tours on request
Guided tours
Parking nearby
Pets welcome
Public WC
Tour free of charge
Tourist brochures
Unguided group tours available permanently
Unguided individual tours available permanently
Pets welcome
Dogs allowed
Location
Environnements
Lake -5km away, Village centre
Museum of the Resistance – François-Charles Maestracci 2 Place Raymond Gauvin Ouverture par l’accueil du SMADC même adresse. 63390 Saint-Gervais-d’Auvergne