ECOMUSEE DU BATTANT

The Écomusée du Battant celebrates its 444th anniversary in 2024.
From its origins to the present day!
During a 1h30 guided tour, you'll discover the technology, know-how and life of the men of the last century.
Our enthusiastic guide will introduce you to the hydroelectric power station, sawmill and mechanical workshop, all of which are still in operation today! He'll tell you all about the famous engineer Paul DAZEY, the man behind the company's development, whose ingenuity and diverse inventions will astound you. For its anniversary year, the company has a full program: visits, exhibitions, Mystery at Battant events...

Le Battant is the oldest industrial site in the Charmes area, and the last to cease trading. Its name derives from its first activity, by drapers, first recorded in 1580, and later by tanners who came to the canal to tread cloth and hides respectively.
Visits on Sundays at 2:30pm and 4:30pm from Father's Day weekend to Heritage Days.
Tours on request for groups from April to November.

In 2024, Mystery at Battant. Come and investigate to find out why and how the turner died in the workshop. Family treasure hunt on reservation.

Special tours for schools and vacation centers on the theme of renewable energies.

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