The Grande Saline was in use for more than 1,200 years, from the 8th century to 1962. Listed to the World Heritage by UNESCO, this site, unique, is also one the most ancient factory in France. Very well-preserved, it explains to visitors the salt production activity thanks to the technical elements remaining. On the underground gallery, built on the 13th century to protect the salt, called white gold, visitors discover an hydraulic pump dated from the 19th century, still functionning. This impressive gallery looks more like a cathedral than a factory... Then, on the evaporation room, discover the hard work conditions of the saltworkers who gathered the salt in a stuffy atmosphere : the tools, the carts containing salt and the pan of evaporation, last one in France, remind this hard work.
Grande Saline
Salins-les-Bains
France
History and tradition
UNESCO World Heritage
46.937077, 5.87681
Adresse
Grande Saline
3 Place des Salines
39110
Salins-les-Bains
France
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Follow in the footsteps of Max and Julie Claudet! A workshop where you can let your inner artist shine by sculpting clay with your family. Wednesday, October 21, at 10:15 a.m. Discover the art of clay ...
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Discover Jura salt and the fascinating history of the Grande Saline with your family! Meet up with a guide to explore the saltworks, including the underground tunnel. This fun, child-friendly guided ...
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A fun science workshop to uncover the secrets of salt! Through four fascinating experiments, your little explorers will learn how salt dissolves, crystallizes, separates from pepper, and reacts to ...
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Young and old alike, roll up your sleeves and get to work with the witch of the Grande Saline! Come dressed in your wizard’s apprentice costume! The devil’s salt is concocted through spells and ...