Les Martinets du Lézert, forges du cuivre
In the heart of the Aveyron gorges, in La Bastide l'Evêque, discover the fascinating world of copper forges. Meet enthusiasts who have given new life to this remarkable heritage and know-how. Visit and demonstration of copper hammering.
An unusual visit : Les Martinets du Lézert, a unique heritage site to discover in the heart of the Ségala region, in La Bastide l'Evêque. Come and meet passionate volunteers who will share with you the fabulous story of this place.
A unique story : in the 13th and 14th centuries, at the founding of the episcopal bastide, copper metallurgy developed along the Lézert stream. Thirteen trip hammers operated until the 19th century. In these forges, copper was hammered to create the rough shapes of cauldrons, pots, and other tools for coppersmiths.
An incredible human adventure : long forgotten, it is thanks to the passion of a few locals that the Ramonde water hammer will come back to life. After thousands of hours of reconstruction work, the sound of the hammer once again echoes through the valley.
A remarkable reconstruction : the restoration of the water hammers illustrates the know-how of the water hammer makers in copper metallurgy.
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- In the countryside
- Near a GR
- On the outskirts of the village
- Riverside
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| Prices | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Individual adult – Adult | 4 € | Not disclosed |
| Individual child – Child 12-16 years old | 2 € | Not disclosed |
| Adult group – Group | 3 € | Not disclosed |
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