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Vallée des Rouets
Description
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.
Technical Information
Altimetric profile
Date and time
- From 01/07/2026 to 31/08/2026 from 14:00 to 19:00
- From 01/07/2027 to 31/08/2027 from 14:00 to 19:00
Additional information
Price(s)
Adult: 4.50 €
Child (10-16 years): 2.50 €.
Free entry for children under 10, accompanying guides, the drivers.
Group rate available for 10 people or more.
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.
Updated by
Maison du Tourisme du Livradois-Forez - 11/06/2026
www.auvergne-livradois-forez.com
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Contact
Phone : 04 73 80 58 86
Email : musee-coutellerie@thiers.fr
Website : https://ville-thiers.fr/la-vallee-des-rouets/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/musee.coutellerie
Reception complements
Difficult access for people with reduced mobility.
Animals
Yes
