Interpreting the Grand Site
The interpretation center is a gateway to the richness of the Grand Site de France Solutré Pouilly Vergisson. This permanent exhibition, accessible free to all, offers an immersive experience revealing the essential keys to understanding this extraordinary place. Discover the history of the site, from its geological origin to the influence of humanity having shaped its evolution over the last millennia.
Geological history
Visual presentations and models detailed take you into a journey throughout the ages. Discover the forces of nature that have sculpted this landscape over time. Understand how each layer of rock tells its story Story and contributes to the creation of our current environment.
human history
Beyond the geology, the exhibition immerses you in human history, the one that has imbued the site with its brand for millennia. Listen and watch them video testimonials moving memories of those who inhabited and shaped the territory. From the first civilizations to contemporary cultures, follow evolution human societies that flourished here. You will discover how the local populations exploited natural resources, built communities and left a cultural heritage unique.
Take a seat for a journey fascinating through time, to the discovery ofgeological and human history of this unique site.