Écomusée de la Brenne
About This Museum
Tucked away in the Château Naillac, the Écomusée de la Brenne isn't your typical museum; it's a deep, soulful dive into the unique 'Pays des Mille Étangs'—the Land of a Thousand Ponds. You don't just see artifacts behind glass, you feel the story of this watery landscape and the resilient people who've called it home for centuries. It connects everything from local wildlife to ancient crafts in a way that’s utterly absorbing.
Collection Highlights
You'll find beautifully preserved traditional fishing boats and tools that tell you just how much life here revolved around water. Don't miss the displays on peat cutting or the surprisingly fascinating history of the region's eel farming.
Visitor Information
Give yourself a good couple of hours to wander through the château's rooms—the views from the top are worth the climb alone. It’s the kind of place that leaves you with a real sense of this unique corner of France.
Architecture & Building
The museum is housed in the magnificent Château Naillac, a medieval fortress whose twin towers have stood guard over Le Blanc for nearly a thousand years.
Contact & Location
Address: Château-Naillac, Impasse Saint-Cyran, Ville-Haute, Les Pirouettes, Le Blanc, Indre, Centre-Val de Loire, France métropolitaine, 36300, France
Phone: +33 2 54 37 25 20
Website: Visit Website
