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"La Bombarde", forging ancient weapons

Manoir des Tours
19240 Allassac
Tel : 05 55 84 70 10
Tel : 06 10 64 00 99

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Pascal Lavaud is one of the last three edge-tool makers still working in France. Collection of 500 pieces on display in the armoury of a 16C manor house. A working demonstration of the forge is available by prior arrangement. Workshop open all year, 9am-noon and 2-7pm in summer and 2-6pm out of season, and by prior arrangement Friday to Monday. Entrance fee and guided tour.

Prices

• Adult tariff : 7.00 €
• Child tariff : 2.00 €

GPS coordinates

• Latitude: 45.257432
• Longitude: 1.478949

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