Interactive 50-state rockhounding map, locations, rules and field guides
REVIEWED LOCATION
Maison de l’Améthyste — Prospecte ton améthyste Rockhounding Status & Field Guide
Geosite discovery centre offering a current 2026 guided amethyst-prospecting walk. The official activity page states visitors can collect crystals and leave with their finds, with a 200 g/person limit.
Ready statusVery high evidenceentrance map precisionCurrent review cycle freshnessImportant: The activity is managed; this record does not grant independent collecting rights elsewhere in the Auvergne amethyst district.
What is here
Auvergne amethyst geosite with guided field prospecting
Materials / interest: Amethyst, Quartz
Collecting and access
Collecting during the booked “Prospecte ton améthyste” activity only
Start at Château de Montfort / Maison de l’Améthyste and follow the booked guided activity to the collecting area.
Detailed status
managed
Permission
Not flagged
Permit
Not flagged
Fee
Required
Guide
Required
Booking
Required
Surface collecting
managed
Hammering
managed
Digging
managed
Safety
Use supplied/approved tools and eye protection; follow guide instructions.
Seasonal / timing conditions
General-public activities advertised 6 April–30 October 2026 on weekdays; advance booking recommended.