Center of interpretation and knowledge of nature
At the gates of the Ristolas-Mont Viso Nature Reserve, the Arche des Cimes located in the village of Ristolas, offers an exceptional show.
At the gates of the Ristolas-Mont Viso Nature Reserve, the Arche des Cimes located in the village of Ristolas, offers an exceptional show.
Explore the riches of this high valley in the southern Alps, where species of incredible diversity are thought to have ""washed up"" over millions of years.
The Arche des Cimes showcases the wealth of flora and fauna that has been concentrated in this high valley over millions of years.
The fluidity of the living world, its complexity, its constant evolution and its fragile beauty, all brought to life in this innovative space, will guide your senses towards nature.
The Arche des Cimes showcases the wealth of flora and fauna that has been concentrated in this high valley over millions of years.
The fluidity of the living world, its complexity, its constant evolution and its fragile beauty, all brought to life in this innovative space, will guide your senses towards nature.
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Inspired by Noah's Ark, l'Arche des Cimes brings together all the animals found in the Queyras region, with the aim of making them better known to the general public.
This nature interpretation center showcases the diversity of the Alpine valley's fauna and flora. In addition to naturalized animals such as the ibex, wild boar and marmot in a spiral exhibition, numerous interactive stations enable young and old alike to discover the richness of a preserved natural environment. The museographical tour has been designed to be fun and educational, to raise awareness of biodiversity and the fragility of ecosystems.
Services offered
Quality standards
Quality standards
Valeurs Parc Naturel RégionalAccessibility
Accessibility
Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
Rates
Rates
Rates 2025
Rates 2025
Full price
€5.00
Reduced price
€2.50
Group adults
€4.00
Group children
€2.00
Half-price for job seekers and people with disabilities.
Payment methods
Payment methods
Payment methods
Check
CashOpenings
Openings
Monday
14:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
14:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
14:00 - 18:00
Thursday
14:00 - 18:00
Friday
14:00 - 18:00
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Tuesday
14:00 - 18:00
Friday
14:00 - 18:00
Open
Tuesday
14:00 - 18:00
Friday
14:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
13:30 - 17:30
Friday
13:30 - 17:30
Medias
Medias
toute la faune et la flore du queyras réunie à l’arche des cimes![toute la faune et la flore du queyras réunie à l’arche des cimes]()
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Location
Location
Contact L'Arche des cimes
- www.pnr-queyras.fr
