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Espace des inventions

The Espace des inventions is a science, technology and culture discovery centre in Lausanne, Switzerland, located in the Vallée de la Jeunesse park. Aimed at the general public and especially children, it offers interactive exhibitions, workshops and events designed to develop observation, creativity, critical thinking and curiosity. The institution has been open since December 2000 and welcomes between 25,000 and 30,000 visitors a year. It also hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Families and Kids

The Espace des inventions is especially aimed at children, with interactive exhibitions recommended from age 7 and workshops open only to children. During the summer and autumn school holidays, week-long holiday camps are organised for children aged 7 to 11, combining science, art and crafts.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Topic: Science and technology
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Exceptional
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Workshops, Events and birthdays

Opening hours

The Espace des inventions is currently temporarily closed to the public due to renovation works; reopening is scheduled for August 2026.

Contact

Webpage
espace-des-inventions.ch
Email
info@espace-des-inventions.ch
Address
Vallée de la Jeunesse 1, 1007 Lausanne

Access

Nearby stops

  • Lausanne, Maladière/chapelle350 meters walking distance
  • Lausanne, Maladière450 meters walking distance
  • Lausanne, Maladière-Figuiers500 meters walking distance
  • Lausanne, Maladière-Lac550 meters walking distance
  • Lausanne, Malley750 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Lausanne
7m
Genève
54m
Martigny
1h 9m
Sion
1h 25m
Neuchâtel
1h 25m

FAQ

  • Is the Espace des inventions currently open to the public?
    No, the Espace des inventions is temporarily closed to the public because the building is undergoing renovation works. Barring unforeseen circumstances, reopening is scheduled for the start of the school year in August 2026.
  • Are the summer and autumn holiday camps still taking place during the closure?
    Yes, the 2026 summer and autumn holiday camps are maintained and take place at the usual times, but not at the Espace des inventions itself. They are open to all children aged 7 to 11.
  • From what age are the exhibitions recommended?
    The exhibitions are recommended from age 7. With adapted accompaniment, a child under 7 can still enjoy them, but the pleasure and interest are greater for those aged 7 and above.
  • Can children visit the Espace des inventions alone?
    Children under 12 cannot visit the exhibitions alone; accompaniment by an adult is required.
  • Are there workshops for teenagers and adults?
    No, the Espace des inventions currently does not organise workshops for teenagers and adults; only children may participate in the workshops.
  • Is it possible to organise a child's birthday at the Espace des inventions?
    Yes, it is possible, but booking in advance is essential and birthdays are not organised on Sundays. Note that during the current renovation closure, birthday parties are not offered.