Lançon’s heritage

A charming village full of surprises!

Lançon is a book of history still open.

Thanks to the Lançonnais who managed to preserve this place across centuries, you will discover a rich heritage of history and architecture.

You will travel back in time by wandering around Lançon: building facades, doors, private mansions, religious monuments … are historical testimonies.

Vestiges of the past…

The surroundings of the village are full of treasures.

Archaeological sites

The oppidum of Constantine
These fortified dwellings date back to 2nd century B.C. and are located on the domaine de Calissanne. Free access is not permitted, but visits can be organised.

Call the Domaine de Calissanne for information – Tel : +33 (0)4 90 42 63 03

Coudounèu

It is supposed to be a granary farm. A small community would have lived here. The site is dated 5th century B.C.

(See archaeological exhibition room)

Archaeological exhibition room

A showroom is dedicated to the Coudounèu site. You will find in this modern refurbished space ceramics, ornaments, jars as well as the recreated base of a hut originating from this site.

Place André Wolf

Visits by appointment – information from the Tourist Information Office.

Rural and nature heritage

The surroundings of the village as well as the hills around hide many elements of rural architecture (dovecots, bories …). For nature and rambling lovers!

Borie (shepherd’s shelter) along the road to Coudoux