France

Unique Venues

Chateau De Langeais

The coal mine began in 1820. In 1903, electrification trials were conducted on the railway line between La Motte-les-Bains and La Motte-d'Aveillans,.  Although all of the mining installations have been dismantled, a few remnants of this history remain, such as fine stone masonry gallery entrances and the public "Baths & Showers" building. The Mine Image underground museum has been put together from these remains. Made possible by eyewitness accounts and the efforts of the former miners, the museum recounts the technological history of the mine through a series of displays in the former underground galleries. Guided tours are available.  The museum is wheelchair accessible

The bird park at Villars les Dombes is an exceptional place.  There is plenty to see with a truly diverse range of birdlife where the enclosures simulate as closely as possible the bird’s natural habitat.  A large part of the parks' work involves the protection of endangered species.  The park is wheelchair accessible throughout, as is the  restaurant, and shop.  There are accessible toilets.

Created in 1999, this unique museum boasts a collection of more than 4500 butterflies and insects from the 5 continents. With three different halls and a vivarium for insects it offers a fascinating trip out for young and old alike.  The museum is wheelchair accessible throughout.   There is an accessible toilet and designated parking areas.