Inrap, a French organization specializing in archaeological research and heritage management, is organizing a series of archaeological events across the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region as part of the European Heritage Days 2026, scheduled for Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September 2026. These events will include guided visits, workshops, and conferences focused on various aspects of archaeology, such as the study of ancient buildings, excavation techniques, and the history of specific sites. The activities aim to engage the public with the region's rich historical and archaeological heritage.
In the town of Callas, guided visits to a medieval and modern chapel will be held on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The chapel is built on the site of an ancient monument, and the event will include a presentation of the site and its research, with discussions led by Thomas Navarro, an archaeologist at Inrap, and students involved in the project.
In Aubagne, a conference titled “The excavation of the Chemin des Passons in Aubagne: from the Mesolithic to the first Iron Age” will be presented by Marion Gasnier, an archaeologist at Inrap. The event will take place on Saturday 19 September from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the City Hall Room Paul Dol, located on 7 Jean Jaurès Boulevard. This talk will explore the historical layers of the site, from prehistoric times to the early Iron Age.
In Vaison-la-Romaine, open access workshops will be held, including “Carte blanche to archaeologists: 'The archaeology of buildings'”, led by Pierre-Lou Schang from Arama. These workshops will explore the evolution of lifestyles, construction techniques, and architectural styles. The workshops will take place on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the archaeological museum. Another event, “Practice of archaeology”, will allow participants to dress as archaeologists, conduct a real excavation, and unearth remains. This hands-on experience will be led by Caroline Lefebvre and Léa Dolcerocca (Arama/Inrap) and will take place on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. (except Sunday afternoon), with a minimum age of 6 years.
Inrap Hosts Archaeological Events Across Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur During European Heritage Days 2026
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