Ensérune Archaeological Site Tickets

Explore the captivating archaeological site of Ensérune with this ticket, granting you access to an ancient Gallic settlement perched on a hill known as an "oppidum."

Why Visit the Ensérune Archaeological Site?

The Ensérune archaeological site is a significant destination in the Hérault region of Occitania. Your ticket allows you to explore the remnants of this ancient Gallic settlement, featuring remains of asilo that served as a storage facility for grains. Additionally, it includes entry to the Ensérune Archaeological Museum, which showcases seven centuries of history from the settlement, highlighting influences from Celts, Iberians, Greeks, Etruscans, and Romans. The museum features models and 3-D reconstructions of archaeological remains and a room recreating the workspace of archaeologist Felix Mouret, who excavated the site in 1916. Visitors can also enjoy panoramic views from the site, which extend from the Cévennes to the Pyrenees and across the Languedoc plain to the Mediterranean coast.

Opening Times

The Ensérune archaeological site is open:

April to September: Daily, except Mondays (excluding Monday holidays), from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and 2 pm to 6:30 pmOctober to March: Wednesday to Sunday, 9:45 am to 12:30 pm and 2 pm to 5:30 pm

Last admission is one hour before closing. On December 24 and 31, closing time is at 4 pm. Schedules may vary.

Free Admission

This archaeological site offers free admission for:

Young people aged 18 to 25 from the EUChildren under 18Unemployed individuals, disabled people, and one accompanying personJournalists, architecture students, tourism professionals, military personnel, police, and state security forcesAll visitors on the first Sunday of the month between January 1 and March 31, November 1 and December 31, and the third weekend of September.