Do not miss:
On 3 floors, models, drawings and sound effects reveal the secrets of the valley's traditional buildings, from the town houses to the Alpine chalets.
In the cellar, you can find out about wine in the Middle Ages: Vineyards in the Savoie region (you will be invited to go back in time and taste "Hippocras") as well as what tools were used to work the land.
4th floor
Historical maps
– Game to translate a Medieval text.
– The Kingdom of Burgundy and Savoy (in 1000 AD)
– The structuring of the Savoyard principality (11th to 16th centuries)
– The place of the Montmayeur family in the Savoyard principality
Educational wooden games
– Emergence of sports and games in the Middle Ages
– Reconstitution of the Château in the 13th century
SUMMER
3 July to 2 September, Monday to Saturday
10am - 1pm & 2.30 -6pm.
Single rate: 4 €. Free for under 16s.
OUT OF THE SUMMER SEASON
No unguided visits, only guided tours on request (4 people min)
July & August: guided tours throughout
The rest of the year: guided tour on request only
- Historic site and monument
Château Montmayeur
The original building was a13th century tower protected by an enclosure. The tower was renovated in the 15th century and became the dwelling place of the Montmayeur lords.
About
Summer offer:
- Pass’Partout (entry to the Basilica / Château Montmayeur / Pierre Borrione museum), price 8€
Prices
From 06/07 to 30/08/2020 (Low season)
Adult: 4 €.
From 01/09/2020 to 05/07/2021 (High season)
Adult: 6 €
Child: 3 €.
Reception
Interactive terminal, medieval court scene with mannequins, 15th century clothing, etc.
Opening
From 03/07 to 02/09
Opening hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 10 am and 1 pm and between 2.30 pm and 6 pm.
Closed on Sunday.
NON-GUIDED VISIT.
From 04/09 to 28/06, daily.
GUIDED TOUR ON REQUEST ONLY
Closed Saturday, Sunday & bank holidays.
Labels and rating
- Shop
- Car park
- Parking
- Coach parking
Contacts
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