A museum in Mazères that traces history from the Neolithic to ancient southern Gaul!

Located in the beautiful Ardouin town house, 2 minutes from the Bastide campsite, built in 1580, the museum boasts a rich collection dating from the Neolithic to the Visigothic and Frankish eras.
Its walls, steeped in history, are home to the permanent exhibition Barbares en Gaule du Sud (Barbarians in Southern Gaul), which presents the remains of the Merovingian necropolis at Bénazet: funerary objects, belt buckles and weapons, all bearing witness to a rich and tormented past.
The museum invites young and old to become “archaeological apprentices” – an immersive and enriching experience to understand the roots of Mazères and the Ariège region.

Immerse yourself in the history of Mazères with our guided tours and workshops, for young and old with a passion for archaeology.

The Musée d’Ardouin offers guided tours (for individuals or groups) to help you discover more: medieval objects, everyday objects, archaeological artifacts – each visit retraces the life of yesterday’s inhabitants.
Workshops and educational events are sometimes organized – ideal for families and history buffs – to better understand the evolution of the region, pastel cultivation, ancient burial rites and local crafts.
It’s a great way to experience the history of Mazères with a more enlightened eye, from archaeology to traditional crafts.

To find out more about the guided tour and organize your visit, visit this link and make a reservation: https://www.ville-mazeres.fr/musee-d-ardouin/.

From Camping La Bastide, you can easily reach the Musée d’Ardouin on foot, by bike or by car in just a few minutes.

The museum is very easy to get to from Camping La Bastide. By car, the museum is located in the center of Mazères – just a few minutes away, and parking is readily available.
By bike or on foot, allow around 5 to 10 minutes – ideal for an unhurried cultural outing. Just a few hundred meters away, after a short walk, you’ll be straight into history.
For group or car-free access, the museum is also served by regional public transport, via the Mazères – Place stop, a 3-minute walk away.