Patrimômes | The Little Trowel

With the “Patrimômes – La Petite Truelle” guided tour, children discover the fascinating world of archaeology at the Olbia archaeological site in Hyères. Through a fun and interactive approach, they learn how archaeological excavations are conducted and get an introduction to the work of archaeologists.

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The program

During this tour, designed for curious young people, children explore the basics of archaeology and learn why excavations are conducted.

Using a large, take-apart model, they take part in an educational group game that helps them understand the different stages of an archaeologist’s work. By drawing the right cards and completing the challenges, they develop their powers of observation while having fun.

An educational and interactive experience to learn the secrets of archaeology.

Our tips

• Be sure to bring your swimsuit, mask, and snorkel to explore the underwater archaeological site in Olbia.
• Round out your visit to Hyères with a tour of the École des Chevaliers in the historic center.