Écomusée de Marquèze
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Ecomusee de Marqueze - by Management
Description
The Marquèze eco-museum ("écomusée de Marquèze") is a reconstruction of the agro-pastoral system typical in that part of Haute Lande region around the end of the 19th century, a period marked by the arrival of the train line there. The neighbourhood comprises authentic houses, sheepfolds and mills organized around a grass / lawn area called the "airial". Visitors will be transported there by train and children can enjoy various games and animations. There are also temporary exhibitions within the Pavillion.
Access & Transport
From Bordeaux, the fastest way by car is to take the A63 southbound (tolls) until Saugnacq-et-Muret and Exit 18 following the D834 until Sabres. Watch the speed traps on the long straights of the Landes. From the southwest (southern coast of the Landes and Basque country), take the A63 northbound and exit 15 towards Sabres. The ticket booth is located in the Sabres train station and the pavillon is just across the road. Visitors the Quartier de Marquèze will board the train at the station for a 10mins ride.
Instructions & Recommendations
Note that there is a lunch break for the ticket office and train rides into the eco-museum area. Check the online schedule if you plan on arriving around that time (https://www.marqueze.fr/en/ecomuseum-opening-hours.html)
Environmental & Social
Green activity except for the train ride that uses old technology and fuel. The eco-museum brings the community together, provides employment and helps preserve the cultural heritage of the region.
Conclusion
The Marquèze eco-museum is both a recreational and educational activity that makes for a good day out, especially as a family. It provides a good insight into the lifestyle of 150years ago in the region and the changes brought about by modern transports and the shift to a service economy.
Key positive
Educational and fun family activity
Not very crowded
Key negative
Nothing spectacular to see
Suitability
Suitable for all ages. It is unclear if the train and the various buildings are accessible for visitors with reduced mobility - best check with the management ahead of time.
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
May 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:1h 15m
est. visit time:3h 30m
Start of Season 1:Mar, 30
MONDAY10:00 - 18:00
TUESDAY10:00 - 18:00
WEDNESDAY -
THURSDAY10:00 - 18:00
FRIDAY10:00 - 18:00
SATURDAY14:00 - 18:00
SUNDAY10:00 - 18:00
Start of Season 2:Sep, 30
MONDAY -
TUESDAY -
WEDNESDAY -
THURSDAY -
FRIDAY -
SATURDAY -
SUNDAY -
Max total number:4
Max number of adults:2
Min.child age:4
Max.child age:17
Price for family€43