In May-sur-Orne, this sensitive natural area of Calvados is open to the public for a stunning show, much appreciated by experienced or budding geologists.
A journey back in time - over 500 million years - at the Mathias quarry! This former quarry offers an insight - on one single site - into three geological cycles, separated by a double disconformity - Cadomian and Variscan - exceptional vestiges that tell the story of a whole series of geological events.
A renowned site among the world’s leading geology experts. Wow! It’ your turn to discover this natural area in Calvados, on the outskirts of Caen. A car park is at your disposal 500 metres away, opposite the town hall (Mairie).