Vallée des Rouets

Thiers

The walking routes along the banks of the Durolle river lead you to the old mills. Discover the workers’ conditions through the remains of the workshops called “rouets” (spinning wheels), where the grinders shaped knife blades.

The walking routes along the banks of the Durolle river lead you to the old mills. Discover the workers’ conditions through the remains of the workshops called ” rouets” ( spinning wheels), where the grinders shaped knife blades.

Spoken languages

Opening hours

From 01/07 to 31/08, daily between 2 pm and 7 pm.

Prices and payment methods

  • Adult: 4.50 €
  • Child (10-16 years): 2.50 €.
  • Free entry for children under 10, accompanying guides, the drivers.
  • Group rate available for 10 people or more.

Payment methods:

  • Check
  • Travellers Cheque
  • Cash

Comfort, facilities and services

  • Children’s entertainment
  • Educational visits
  • Guided group tours on request
  • Guided individual tours on request
  • Guided tours
  • Parking nearby
  • Pets welcome
  • Public WC
  • Unguided group tours available permanently
  • Unguided individual tours available permanently

Pets welcome

Dogs allowed

Location

Environnements

Close to a motorway, Near shuttle stop, Close to a public transportation, Waterside

Updated on 24 January 2025 by Maison du Tourisme du Livradois-Forez