Maison du Castor

Beschrijving

La Maison du Castor is a unique visitor center dedicated to beavers and the Gardon River. It features an interactive educational area, a relaxation area, and an outdoor theater. For those interested, guided tours are available on-site or nearby in the natural areas surrounding the Gardon Gorges.

An unforgettable experience!

La Maison du Castor immerses you in Mediterranean nature, at the heart of the river and its treasures.

Blending indoor and outdoor spaces, the museum invites you to encounter a landscape, a history, and a protected natural site, in harmony with the elements. As you explore the spaces at La Maison du Castor, enjoy a unique experience through our playful, interactive, and sensory exhibition halls. A giant beaver, models, dioramas, a slide, and digital tablets will help you uncover the mysteries of the Gardon River.

A must-see with family or friends!
An Encounter

La Maison du Castor is, above all, an extraordinary encounter.

A friendly-looking animal, the beaver hasn’t always been protected. Between Cévennes downpours and dry spells, the beaver thrives in riparian vegetation made up of willows and poplars. And it’s these very trees that our furry friend feeds on. Rarely venturing far from the river, the animal leaves behind signs of its presence visible from the Gardon riverbanks. Around it, a rich and exceptional biodiversity thrives, forming a complex ecosystem.

Throughout your visit, the museum space guides you in discovering and understanding the environment of the Gardon Gorges.