Maison de l'aventure industrielle Usine du May

A glimpse into the industrial past

All along the river in Thiers are derelict factories, the Usine du May has been rescued from a similar fate and shows how the machinery used to be run per-electricity by the force of the river. The...

A glimpse into the industrial past

All along the river in Thiers are derelict factories, the Usine du May has been rescued from a similar fate and shows how the machinery used to be run per-electricity by the force of the river. The...

Another old factory rehabilitated for cultural purposes.

Original Text

It is an old knife factory converted into a cultural centre. After its final closure in the mid-20th century, the building was rehabilitated to stimulate tourism in the area.

Another old factory rehabilitated for cultural purposes.

Original Text

It is an old knife factory converted into a cultural centre. After its final closure in the mid-20th century, the building was rehabilitated to stimulate tourism in the area.

Time travel

Original Text

Surprisingly industrial design of this valley. Access from the old town is pleasant walking (the return is more difficult but there is the shuttle! ) If you take time to watch well ...