To the west of Saintes, you will find the Crazannes quarries, where a lot of “pierreux” have extracted the Crazannes stone for 2000 years. This stone has become famous, as it was used to build the Boyard Fort, the Germanicus Arch in Saintes and maybe the statue of Liberty!

Follow the road of the stone from Crazannes to Envaux Port. In the village of Crazannes, enter the Pierreux House and discover the history of the quarry and the workers' universe.

Stop at the Nature Point of Crazannes stone and follow the path combining history and nature. Unique landscapes, plentiful vegetation, visit of the carrier and invitation to carve stone will punctuate you tour.
Eventually, follow the stone sculptures path to go to the Lapidiales; carved quarries.
www.lapidiales.org
Internet link to Crazannes Stone