Vallée des Rouets

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Chemin de la Vallée des Rouets, Château-Gaillard, 63300 Thiers

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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 footpaths along the banks of the Durolle take you to the old mills. In these workshops, known as rouets, grinders used sandstone millstones to shape knife blades. In the last working rouet, "chez Lyonnet", come and watch the wheel turn, hear the belts click and discover the working conditions of the grinders. Average length of visit: 45 min. guided tour + 30 min. self-guided tour. For a comfortable visit, walking shoes are strongly recommended. Difficult access for people with reduced mobility.

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Rates

July - August: combined ticket for Musée de la Coutellerie + Vallée des Rouets
Adults: €8
Children: €3.50
Reduced ticket : 3,50 €

Reduced rate for students, disabled people and jobseekers.