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History & HeritageMusée de la préhistoire des gorges du Verdon
Quinson · Alpes-de-Haute-Provence · Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
The departmental prehistory museum is located in Quinson, in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, in the heart of the Verdon Gorges. Established in a rural area, it is a heritage facility dedicated to prehistory. The museum is situated in a region rich in prehistoric remains and deposits, where the distinctive geography of the Verdon Gorges offers a remarkable archaeological context. As a public departmental institution, it contributes to the knowledge and promotion of the region's prehistoric heritage.
Practical information
Opening hours
Today · 10:00–20:00
See the rest of the week
- Monday
- 10:00–20:00
- Tuesday
- 10:00–20:00
- Wednesday
- 10:00–20:00
- Thursday
- 10:00–20:00
- Friday
- 10:00–20:00
- Saturday
- 10:00–20:00
Hours may vary by season. See current hours →
Address
Rte de Montmeyan
Phone number
+33 4 92 74 09 59Official website
museeprehistoire.comGoogle Maps
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Getting there
Nearest station
Manosque-Gréoux, 24 km away. A car or taxi is essential.
City
45 min by car from Manosque.
Nearest station
Manosque-Gréoux, 24 km away. A car or taxi is essential.
Parking
About 650 m away.
Reference city
45 min by car from Manosque.
Distances and times calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors data · calculated on 2 September 2026
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