Usine Aillot - Galerie du camion ancien

The Aillot factory in Montceau-les-Mines dates back to the 19th century. It manufactured steam rollers for public works companies.
The site is now being gradually restored, and features a collection of vintage vehicles, including HGVs from 1941 to 1986. Around twenty trucks from the collection are on display, including some remarkable examples such as the Berliet GBC 8 6x6 Sahara driven by Lino Ventura in the film "One Hundred Thousand Dollars in the Sun".
Fourteen of these trucks and the Aillot steam cylinder (3 in working order in the world!) have been listed as Historic Monuments since 2024.
This is your chance to get behind the wheel of some legendary trucks, discover the human adventures of the road in an authentic Greyhound bus, browse our exhibitions such as "Truck and Cinema" and share a moment of conviviality at the Baraillot refreshment bar.

Throughout the season, from May to October, we organise events, concerts, shows and conferences. See the Usine Aillot website.
Dates will be announced as soon as our programme becomes available.

Beyond our scheduled opening days, we welcome all requests for visits by groups of at least 20 people. We can also cater for groups of 30 or more.
We can also hire out this unusual space for business receptions, meetings, training courses, film shoots or photography.

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