Ensérune Archaeological Site Tickets
Descrição
Discover the fascinating archaeological site of Ensérune with this ticket, which provides access to an ancient Gallic settlement situated on a hill, referred to as an "oppidum."
Reasons to Explore the Ensérune Archaeological Site
Located on a hill crafted in the Roman oppidum style, the Ensérune archaeological site represents a prominent destination in the Hérault region of Occitania for anyone interested in Antiquity.
Your admission ticket allows you to discover the remnants of this ancient Gallic settlement. Notable among its features is a silo, which served as a crucial storage location for valuable grains.
In addition to the oppidum, your ticket provides entry to the Ensérune Archaeological Museum. The museum showcases seven centuries of historical artifacts from this Mediterranean-area settlement, which was influenced by various cultures, including Celts, Iberians, Greeks, Etruscans, and Romans.
The museum also features models and 3-D reconstructions of the archaeological finds within the oppidum. Visitors can explore a dedicated area that replicates the workspace of Felix Mouret, the archaeologist who led the excavation in 1916.
During your visit to Ensérune, you'll be rewarded with stunning panoramic views stretching from the Cévennes to the Pyrenees, while taking in the sprawling Languedoc plain that leads to the Mediterranean coastline.
Visiting Hours
The Ensérune archaeological site operates on the following schedule:
- From April 1 to September 30: open daily, except on Mondays (excluding holiday Mondays), from 9:45 am to 6:30 pm
- From October 1 to March 31: open Wednesday through Sunday, from 9:45 am to 12:30 pm and from 2 pm to 5:30 pm
Note that the last entry is allowed one hour before the site closes. On December 24 and 31, the site closes at 4 pm. Schedules are subject to change.
Free Entry
This archaeological site offers free admission to the following groups:
- Young individuals aged 18 to 25 from the European Union
- Children under 18, regardless of their nationality
- Unemployed individuals, persons with disabilities, and one accompanying person
- Members of the press, architecture students, tourism industry professionals, military personnel, police forces, and other state security personnel
- Free entry is available for all visitors on the first Sunday of every month from January 1 to March 31 and from November 1 to December 31, as well as on the third weekend of September.
O que inclui
- Admission to the Ensérune Archeological Site + Museum
Política de cancelamento
Non rimborsabile
Acessibilidade
Wheelchair accessible. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation. Information in accessible formats. Staff with knowledge of sign language. Information in easy-to-read format.
Informações importantes
Site Location
The Ensérune archaeological site is located in Nissan-lez-Enserune, France. This is its exact address: road D162E3 s/n.
Please note that from the parking to the site's entrance, you must walk about 10 minutes.
Opening Times
The Ensérune archaeological site is open during the following times:
- From April 1 to September 30: open daily, except Mondays (excluding Monday holidays), from 9:45 am to 6:30 pm
- From October 1 to March 31: open Wednesday to Sunday, from 9:45 am to 12:30 pm and from 2 pm to 5:30 pm
Please note that the last admission is permitted one hour before closing time. On December 24 and 31, closing time is at 4 pm. Be aware that schedules are subject to adjustments and modifications.
Free Admission
This archaeological site is free for the following visitors:
- Young people aged 18 to 25 from the European Union
- Children under 18, regardless of nationality
- Unemployed individuals, disabled people, and one accompanying person
- Journalists, architecture students, tourism professionals, military personnel, police, and other state security forces
- Free admission applies to all visitors on the first Sunday of the month between January 1 and March 31 and between November 1 and December 31, as well as the third weekend of September.
Ticket Validity
The ticket will be valid for up to 7 days from the date indicated on this voucher.
Document in English
You can download a document about the visit in English via the following link: https://cdn2.civitatis.com/francia/nissan-lez-enserune/galeria/2022_OPPIDUM MUSEE ARCHEOLOGIQUE ENSERUNE_EN_internet (1).pdf