Maison des Étangs, Museum in Saint-Viâtre, France.
The Maison des Étangs exhibits educational displays about pond ecosystems, featuring detailed models and informative panels about local aquatic environments.
Since medieval times, the Sologne region developed thousands of ponds, reaching approximately 4,000 during the Renaissance period for local economic purposes.
The museum presents traditional pond-related professions through demonstrations of boat construction techniques, rope making, and freshwater fishing practices.
From April to October, visitors can explore the museum daily between 10:00-12:00 and 14:00-18:00, with reduced winter hours from November to March.
The facility includes a 1.7-kilometer educational trail where visitors learn about pond ecosystems while observing local flora and fauna in their natural setting.
Location: Saint-Viâtre
Address: 2 2 Rue de la Poste 41210 Saint-Viâtre 41210 Saint-Viâtre
Opening Hours: abril-octubre: Lunes-Domingo 10:00-12:00, 14:00-18:00; noviembre-marzo: Martes-Viernes 10:00-12:00, 14:00-17:00; Sábado 14:00-18:00
Phone: +33254882300
Website: http://maison-des-etangs.fr
GPS coordinates: 47.52167,1.93287
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:12
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