The park is located on the site of the former Champclauson coal mine, a significant historical industrial zone in the Gard department.
The trail features a 'time travel' concept where animatronic models are sequenced according to their historical existence.
Some models are equipped with motion sensors that trigger movement or sound as visitors walk past.
The location utilizes the natural terrain of the Cévennes foothills to create a varied topography for the exhibit path.
The Forest of Fossils, branded as Dinopedia Parc, is an open-air educational park located in the former mining basin of Champclauson in the Cévennes. The site features over 60 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs situated along a woodland trail. The park focuses on paleontology and the geological history of the region. Visitors follow a marked path that winds through a forest setting designed to simulate prehistoric environments. The park integrates fossil displays and information panels explaining the timeline of the Mesozoic Era. It is specifically designed as a family-oriented attraction with an emphasis on interactive learning for children. The facility is situated on the grounds of a former industrial coal-mining site, highlighting the transition from industrial heritage to recreation.
The large Brachiosaurus display, which provides a dramatic scale against the surrounding forest canopy.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes as the trail is unpaved and can be uneven.
Carry water, as there are limited food and beverage options available within the forest path itself.
Bring insect repellent during the summer months due to the woodland environment.
Attempting to traverse the park with standard strollers, as the trail contains inclines and natural forest paths that are difficult for small wheels.
Open seasonally from spring through early autumn; typically closed during winter months and weekdays in the shoulder season.
Do not touch the animatronic models; remain on the designated paths to protect the surrounding vegetation.
