In Saint-Michel-de-Montjoie, the Parc-Musée du Granit explains how the granite known as Bleu de Vire shaped the area's landscape and economy. The village is home to the last quarrying site for this distinctive stone, an industry particularly important in the early 20th century.
An outdoor museum
The visit is a walk among historic quarry workers' tools, granite blocks, explanatory displays and a demonstration quarry. Along the route, visitors discover how the stone was cut, transported and used.
An extra detail worth knowing
Nearby, a sculpture park contains more than a dozen monumental granite works. Together, the displays connect historic stoneworking trades with contemporary art.
The open-air museum is at 55 impasse du Musée. The tourist office advertises free entry in 2026. It is well suited to families and visitors interested in industrial heritage.
