Proud of its traditions, the village continues to cultivate that of the santon, notably through its annual santon and santonnier fair.
Champtercier is the birthplace of Pierre Gassendi, the great scientist and contemporary of Descartes.
Reception of visitorsHours 7 days a week- April to may: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- June: 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- July and August: 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- From September until the end of the All Saints' Day holidays: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.