10/20/2026
La gazettedu Var
La gazettedu Var

A hunt for the magic word in the depths

For the autumn holidays, the Cap Garonne mine offers a secret word hunt and Halloween thrills for all.

TEBy The Editorial TeamJournalist 19 October 2026 Reading time: 1 min
Une chasse au mot magique dans les profondeurs
Une chasse au mot magique dans les profondeurs© La Gazette du Var
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For the autumn holidays, the Cap Garonne mine museum in Le Pradet offers an unusual and immersive experience for the whole family. The former mining galleries are transformed into a mysterious playground, combining exploration, investigation and Halloween thrills in a spectacular natural setting.

Until October 30, from 10 am to 5 pm, visitors are invited to explore the underground maze independently for a fun mission. As they walk through, families will need to show keen observation to find mysterious elements hidden in the mine. Each clue will allow them to gradually reconstruct a secret word.

At the end of the route, each child who has solved the riddle will be given a small gourmet treasure or a surprise as a reward for their investigative skills.

Hallowmine: a special day on October 31

Halloween day marks the highlight of these festivities with the "Hallowmine" event. On October 31, from 10 am to 5 pm, in addition to the hunt for the magic word, an exceptional encounter awaits young adventurers.

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Those who discover the secret word will gain access to the Mine Wizard's lair. To leave with the Wizard's treasure, they will have to face one final test: the magic cauldron challenge. A day full of excitement to end the holidays on a high note.

Please note…

All activities are included in the museum entry ticket price and require no prior reservation.

Rates: Adults: €7 Children (3 to 18 years), students, jobseekers (France Travail), PRM: €4.50 Under 3 years: Free

Address: Musée de la Mine de Cap Garonne 1000 chemin du Baou Rouge - Le Pradet

Contact: 04 94 08 32 46 or info@mine-capgaronne.fr

Une chasse au mot magique dans les profondeurs

Article from the print edition of La Gazette du Var