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Excursion: Industrial Revolution in the Cerdon region
Opening period
From 04/03 to 15/11/2025 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
From 15/03 to 15/11/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Language(s) spoken: French
Pets allowed: Non
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Means of payment accepted
Bank/credit card
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Rates
From 04/03 to 15/11/2025
Adult: from 51.50 €.
From 15/03 to 15/11/2026
Adult: from 53.50 €.
From copper to silk, spend a day exploring Cerdon's industrial adventure, combining renowned expertise and living heritage.
On the agenda: Total immersion in the heart of a renowned copper factory and one of the largest silk weaving factories in Europe!
10 a.m.: Visit to the Cerdon Copperworks
Witness to an industrial adventure spanning over 150 years, the Cerdon Copperworks offers an incredible immersion into the secrets of the workshops. Semi-independent visit: upon arrival, a guide will welcome you with a historical introduction. Then, during your discovery, you will attend demonstrations on fully restored historic machines. Please note: 600 m walk to access the Copperworks.
Lunch at the restaurant “Le Panoramique” located on the heights of Cerdon
Menu suggestion:
House Smoked Trout Terrine
Soufflé Pike Quenelle with Shellfish Sauce
Chef's Dessert
¼ bottle of wine and coffee
3 p.m.: Visit to the Musée des Soieries Bonnet
Discover one of the largest silk weaving mills in Europe! You'll be able to admire the unique fabrics of the greatest fashion houses (Dior, Chanel, etc.), discover the craftsmanship of the workers, and immerse yourself in the workings of a factory that employed more than 1,200 people. The excursion includes a guided tour of the former weaving workshops and a self-guided tour of the permanent exhibitions.
5 p.m.: End of the excursion
Total distance for the day: 17 km
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