Following the restoration and revitalisation of Hauteville Fort, the Cadoles et Meurgers Association has gradually expanded its heritage restoration work (cadoles, meurgers, footpaths) to include the upkeep of the Fort and the development of cultural activities
At the heart of the Fort, the ‘La Vie Paysanne Autrefois’ Museum brings to life rural daily life in the 19th and 20th centuries.
It was officially opened on 21 September 2021.
Visitors can explore more than 1,500 authentic objects,
spread across several themed areas:
Agriculture and viticulture,
Wood and metal crafts,
School and domestic life,
Forgotten skills,
Clothing, tools, furniture, photographs,
Agricultural and wine-growing heritage, and local history.
The exhibitions are interactive, lively and ever-changing: every year, new objects, workshops and demonstrations enrich the visitor experience.
Open on the last Saturday of every month.
Last visit of 2026: Saturday 31 October 2026 at 3.00 pm.
Guided tour led by volunteers: €5 full price (free for children under 12)
Booking recommended: 07 85 49 33 76 or online athttps://www.cadoles-et-meurgers.com/fort-jg
The museum will reopen from April 2027 until the end of October 2027.