DINOSAUR'ISTRES, a walk among the great figures dinosaurs the town of Istres, on the Hill of the Castellan, already known and recognized as a remarkable archaeological site (see page...) and emblematic of biodiversity Provencal. With 20 species represented at full-scale along a route following their emergence time on Earth, accompanied by explanatory signs on each species and general themes that have all been written under the control of Stéphane JOUVE, head of collections of Palaeontology of the University Pierre and Marie Curie (Paris), attached to the Center for research on the paleobiodiversite and paleoenvironments of the National Museum of history natural (Paris), Dinosaur'Istres, offers to the Once a playful and informative walk for young and old. The site of the Castellan, who has been completely preserved, also offers a diversity and richness of Mediterranean flora which will constitute an additional discovery for visitors. Beyond the discovery of the course of how free and independent, supported by explanatory signs, many activities and tours are available during the summer and throughout the year by the Tourism Office, which appeals to palaeontologists. Lectures will also be scheduled. Dinosaur' between Istres, also at the heart of educational projects carried by the city in the direction of the children, under ventilated centres or activities peri-scolaires or still the game library, but also in the direction of all audiences through including of the media library. The whole project has been designed with a strong scientific dimension and relies on collaborations with recognized experts on the subject.Free and open access. Open every day of the year
- Pets allowed
- Public car park
Information provided by OT Istres
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Contact
Dinosaur'Istres
Colline du Castellan
13800 Istres -
Phone
- 04 42 81 76 00
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Website
Where to stay
Aire de stationnement pour campings-cars
Istres
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Bed and breakfast in Trigance
Istres
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Ranquet Bellevue
Istres
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Résidence de vacances LES HEURES CLAIRES
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First class
Istres
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Les Narcisses
Istres
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Ariane
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Le Cigalon
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Furnished 50 m² up to 4/5 people. Part of mas on a farm, in the middle of the plane trees and pine trees, 3 Km from the city centre. Apartment ground floor includes a living room with two bunk beds, click Clack, a room a bed 2 pers, separate equipped kitchen (fridge with freezer, microwave,…
Gite Des Bolles
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Things to do
Les frous frous de Zoé
Istres
On trouve dans cette boutique, ludique et colorée, un mélange de tout ce que les filles aiment. Des bijoux, des accessoires, du prêt-à-porter et même des illustrations. Des créateurs locaux comme Zoé la fée ou Rhum Raisin mais aussi des parisiens ou strasbourgeois.
Escape Mind
Istres
Escape Mind est un jeu d'évasion grandeur nature, par groupe de 2 à 6 joueurs, les participants se voient confier une mission. pour l'accomplir, ils devront faire preuve d'esprit d'équipe et de logique pour résoudre différentes énigmes. Ce jeu est adapté à tous les âges à partir de 12…
The factory
Istres
The factory is a concert hall in 466 m2 with a capacity of 1400 people and it is also a cafe-music of 300 people. One of the missions of the factory is to promote the creation, by putting at the disposal of the musicians, rehearsals 55 studios from 12 to 26 m2 cabins.
Centre for Contemporary Art
Istres
ACC is located in the most beautiful Mansion from the ancient Center renovated in the 18th century during the reign of Louis XV, its construction is earlier than the 17th century.Its programming is organized according to an annual rate of three exhibitions with major objectives support to the…
Space 233
Istres
The Space 233 is a cultural place of the city. Rehabilitated and developed in 2013 to improve the conditions of access, there is a Hall for performances, theatre performances, and of conferences.It allows for example to budding artists, amateurs or confirmed to occur before an audience.
Art Zoo Istres
Istres
An extraordinary world where art made you an unusual adventure. Take the paths of the Park and get to know these twelve animals out of the ordinary: Safa giraffe, Ibérico Taurus or even though Michka the bear!The desks already bring you lots of information but you can delve deeper in experience…
Sulauze
Istres, Miramas
The Massif de Sulauze is a small massif of around 2,470 acres in size, situated between Etang de Berre lake and Plaine de la Crau. This massif comprises a low-altitude plateau (46 to 118 m) rising gently southeastwards before descending sharply to the banks of Etang de l’Olivier and Etang de…
Si je vous dis Rosalie
Istres
Boutique de décoration, jeux/jouet, cadeaux de naissance, accessoires pour petits et grands.
Domaine de Sulauze
Miramas
Entre Miramas et Istres, un domaine qui raconte l'histoire de la Provence et de la plaine de la Crau. Rencontre avec un jeune couple de vignerons, soucieux de retour aux sources.
Where to eat
Sébastien Table
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A page turns and Sébastien Richard leaves his piano he has held since 1998 Antoine Letan-Martin already head chef from may 2014 at the Table of Sebastian.Both worked for the Bib Gourmand Award awarded by the Michelin Guide.Antoine will continue to surprise you with gourmet cuisine based on local…
