Fondation Opale

The Fondation Opale is a contemporary art centre in Lens, Switzerland, dedicated to contemporary Aboriginal art and to fostering dialogue between cultures and peoples through art. It presents major monographic exhibitions, including retrospectives of leading Australian Aboriginal artists, alongside a permanent space devoted to the Bérengère Primat Collection. The centre also hosts changing temporary exhibitions and offers guided tours, workshops and a restaurant.

Families and Kids

The Fondation Opale offers creative workshops for children twice a month, linked to the current exhibitions. Children up to 10 years old enter free of charge, and baby carriers are available at the reception since strollers are not admitted in the exhibition rooms.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90 min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Pushchair accessible: False
  • Topic: Art
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Workshops, Tours and demonstrations
    • Entrance fee: 14 CHF
    • Free entrance: No
    • Price range: $$

Opening hours

Open from Wednesday to Sunday, from 10:00 to 18:00.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
10:00-18:00
Thursday
10:00-18:00
Friday
10:00-18:00
Saturday
10:00-18:00
Sunday
10:00-18:00

Admission fees

14 CHF
Adult admission
8 CHF
Reduced rate for young people aged 11 to 20, students and apprentices, retirees (AVS), people with disabilities, unemployed people, groups of 10 or more, Club du Bel-Age members and CarteCulture Caritas holders.
0 CHF
Free admission for children up to 10 years old.
34 CHF
Family rate for up to 6 people, all generations combined.

Contact

Webpage
fondationopale.ch
Email
info@fondationopale.ch
Address
Route de Crans 1, 1978 Lens

Access

Nearby stops

  • Lens, Centre d'art150 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Sion
37m
Martigny
56m
Brig
58m
Thun
1h 38m
Lausanne
1h 50m

FAQ

  • Are strollers allowed in the exhibition rooms?
    No, strollers are not admitted in the exhibition rooms. Baby carriers are available free of charge at the reception.
  • Are dogs allowed inside the art centre?
    Dogs are not admitted in the exhibition rooms, with the exception of guide dogs for the blind.
  • Is the art centre accessible to people with reduced mobility?
    A parking space is available next to the main entrance, on the lake side. Wheelchairs are available on request at the reception.
  • Can I book a private guided tour of the exhibitions?
    Yes, private guided tours are available on request for up to 30 people, lasting 60 minutes, in French or English. A German tour may be possible on request depending on guide availability.
  • Is there a restaurant at the Fondation Opale?
    Yes, the restaurant L'Opale is located in the art centre, facing Lake Louché, and offers simple, creative cuisine made with local produce, along with a selection of regional wines.

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