Take a day trip to explore the Rancié mines.
More than 2,000 years of iron history lie hidden in this unique site, bearing witness to the work of the miners and the importance of iron in local life.
More than 2,000 years of iron history lie hidden in this unique site, bearing witness to the work of the miners and the importance of iron in local life.
A day of exploration in the Rancié mines
Located in the heart of the Vicdessos valley, in Sem (Ariège), the Rancié mines are among the oldest known iron mines.
Open-cast mining began at the summit of the Ganchette peak in ancient times.
More than 2,000 years of iron history lie hidden in this unique site, bearing witness to the work of the miners and the importance of iron in local life.
Departure from the meeting point at 10 a.m.
Located in the heart of the Vicdessos valley, in Sem (Ariège), the Rancié mines are among the oldest known iron mines.
Open-cast mining began at the summit of the Ganchette peak in ancient times.
More than 2,000 years of iron history lie hidden in this unique site, bearing witness to the work of the miners and the importance of iron in local life.
Departure from the meeting point at 10 a.m.
Rates
Rates
Departure from the meeting point at 10am.
Opening times
Opening times
On 21 September 2025
- 10:00 at 16:00
Location
Location
Contact A day in the footsteps of the Rancié miners
Spoken languages
Spoken languages
