Le Bimbillou Parc A journey through time in Brantôme in Périgord

Bimbillou Park: a living museum in the heart of Périgord

Bimbillou Parc is not a museum like any other. Here, the collections are not locked behind dusty glass cases: they are staged in an exceptional troglodytic setting, carved into the rock on the banks of the Dronne, in Brantôme.

By visiting the park, you enter a veritable living museum, where each object tells a story and each room immerses you in a different world. Six exhibition spaces, including the Convent Mill, house thousands of tools and antique objects collected by Claude Martinot, a local figure and founder of the Font Vendôme motorhome brand.

The treasures of a passion

For decades, Claude passionately collected everyday tools, instruments from bygone trades, and forgotten objects that bear witness to rural and artisanal life. From blacksmithing to woodworking, and including agriculture, his collections trace an essential part of the history of the Périgord region.

These rare and authentic pieces have found a new life at Bimbillou Parc, displayed in natural cavities and historic buildings. This open-air museum offers a true immersion into the tangible and intangible heritage of the region.

A family tribute that has become a museum

After their grandfather's passing, his two grandsons, Théo Bauchaud-Martinot and Tom Gilbert, decided to fulfill his dream: to open this unique site to the public and share his incredible collection. They transformed these thousands of objects into an educational and immersive experience, offering visitors an unparalleled cultural and emotional journey.

An interactive and accessible museum

At Bimbillou Parc, it's not just about admiring: it's about observing, learning, and having fun. Clear explanatory panels, realistic displays, and even period wooden games enhance the experience. Visitors of all ages can thus understand the uses of objects while enjoying a playful and friendly visit.

Bimbillou Parc is therefore at once a troglodyte museum, a family adventure, and a window onto the past. It's the ideal place for heritage enthusiasts, families looking for cultural activities, and anyone who wants to discover the Dordogne from an original and vibrant perspective.