Quarry decor: The Parrain quarry in Saint Maximin

Excavated to a depth of around twenty metres, the galleries of the underground quarry invite you to discover the imaginary world of Saint Maximin limestone.

The sponsoring underground quarry

Type of location

ERP Type: Y

Category

Category 5

Underground quarry.

General presentation

Excavated to a depth of around twenty metres, the galleries of the underground quarry invite you to
to discover the imaginary world of Saint-Maximin limestone. Access to the quarry is on one level.

State of the site

Very good general condition

History of the site

Former ashlar quarry, created in the early 16th century

Construction period

16th century

Dominant style

Quarry / Cave / Cavern / Tavern

Outstanding architectural features

Outstanding architectural features

Technical data

Technical data

Special features

12°C in the quarry and 95% of humidity