In and around Le Creusot

Villa Perrusson

This house is a lifesize catalogue in Ecuisses, a one-of-a-kind place devoted to the ceramics industry at the end of the 19th century.

The entire grounds are lavishly decorated and rather compelling. Look carefully because you'll see ceramics on all the hidden corners of the walls and roof.

You'll have to be patient a while longer until you can visit inside the villa, which has not yet revealed its decorative treasures within!

Musée de la Mine

Learn all about how the soot-covered miners worked at the Musée de la Mine in Blanzy. A moving historic tour awaits.

In the same location as the ancient Saint-Claude well, the museum portrays the life of the miners, from the miner's changing room, the machines room, the headframe, to a replica of an underground gallery.

There are sometimes former miners here to accompany visitors, for an even more moving experience that you'll never forget.

Old trucks collection

There's a crazy atmosphere at the Aillot factory, "old trucks gallery" in Montceau-les-Mines! Some fabulous big trucks are on display such as the BERLIET trucks from the films with actors Ventura, Belmondo, and Blier.

Come and experience an ancient factory from the 19th century, in an atypical place fuelled by the passion and heart and soul of the collector. As an added bonus, there are shows and concerts held here in the summer.

Breath-taking view

Climb up to the viewpoint at Mont Saint-Vincent at an altitude of 601 metres.

What an amazing view from the orientation table, not-to-mention the rest of this medieval village! Wander the picturesque streets and take in the peaceful atmosphere.

Venture inside the mother-of-pearl workshop, where many objects and items of jewellery are made. And don't waste your time looking for the church bell, because there isn't one!