Rivière des minéraux (minerals river)

Take your children, aged 4 to 8, on a trip back in time to the adventures of the gold and stone seekers!

The River of Minerals: activities for children aged 4 to 8 at Vulcania Park in Auvergne
Designed for children aged 4 and over, this family activity lets them slip into the shoes of a gold digger. Equipped with a sieve and a shovel, the little adventurers set off in search of hidden treasures.
Their mission: to wash the sand from the river using the water flowing through a 20-metre-long sluice to extract precious minerals. Using an identification card, they can find out more about their discoveries.

There are five minerals to find:
  • Pyrite: a golden, sparkling stone worthy of a pirate's treasure.
  • Rose quartz: delicate and soothing, like a sweet fairy secret.
  • Snow obsidian: mysterious and dark, adorned with white flecks reminiscent of a starry sky.
  • Amethyst: a violet gemstone, very popular in the Auvergne.
  • Citrine: bright and luminous, like a captive sunbeam.

At the end of this immersive adventure, each child will go home with a gem finder's diploma!
How do I book Rivière des minéraux?
It is not yet possible to book the Mineral River at the same time as your stay. However, you can do so free of charge directly at the ticket office when you arrive at the park.