Ecomusée Pays Roudoule
About This Museum
Tucked away in the almost impossibly charming village of Puget-Rostang, the Ecomusée Pays Roudoule feels less like a museum and more like a key to unlocking the soul of this forgotten corner of the Alpes-Maritimes. It tells the story of the Roudoule valley, a river that carved its way through history and whose people had to be fiercely self-sufficient. You don't just see objects here; you feel the weight of a hand-forged tool and imagine the rhythm of life in a pre-electricity world. It’s a quiet, deeply personal tribute to rural life that makes you look at these sun-drenched hills with entirely new eyes.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the place is its incredible collection of everyday artifacts, from a beautifully preserved spinning wheel to an entire reconstructed blacksmith's forge. I was completely captivated by the traditional 'pierre à feu'—a massive stone wheel used for grinding grain—which sits as a silent monument to the region's agricultural past.
Visitor Information
It's located right on the Placette de l'Europe, easy to find if you're wandering the village's steep, narrow lanes. Just check their opening hours online before you go, as it's run by passionate locals and keeps intimate, village-style opening times.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a classic stone building that feels completely woven into the fabric of the village, with thick walls and terracotta tiles that have weathered centuries of mountain sun.
Contact & Location
Address: Écomusée du pays de la Roudoule, Placette de l'Europe, Puget-Rostang, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France métropolitaine, 06260, France
Phone: +33 4 93 05 13 25
Website: Visit Website
