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Hameau de Colombire

The Hameau de Colombire is an ecomuseum located in the Crans-Montana region of Switzerland, offering a faithful reconstruction of the ancestral way of life, including their living spaces, furniture and tools. Guided tours of the mayens (traditional mountain huts) in French, German or English explain the seasonal movement between villages, mayens and alpine pastures. The site also hosts changing temporary exhibitions and offers various themed activities.

Families and Kids

The ecomuseum offers guided tours that help children understand the traditional alpine way of life. Families can also enjoy the animal park and playground, as well as various themed activities and workshops.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Culture and ethnography
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Tours and demonstrations, Workshops, Play area

Opening hours

In summer, the Ecomuseum is open on weekends from 23 May to 27 September 2026 and daily from 18 July to 23 August 2026, with guided tours from 10:00 to 17:00 (last tour at 16:00). In winter, it is open by reservation.

Admission fees

10 CHF
Adult admission
5 CHF
Children aged 6-16, students and AVS (seniors)
8 CHF
Family from 4 people, 20% reduction
8 CHF
Groups from 10 people (child or adult), 20% reduction

Contact

Webpage
colombire.ch

Access

Nearby stops

  • Aminona, Colombire50 meters walking distance
  • Aminona2450 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Sion
49m
Brig
1h 3m
Martigny
1h 5m
Thun
1h 36m
Bern
1h 56m

FAQ

  • In which languages are the guided tours of the ecomuseum offered?
    Guided tours are offered in French, German, English and Italian, and last about one hour.
  • Is the ecomuseum open in winter?
    In winter, the ecomuseum is open by reservation for families, groups or companies, during the day or in the evening.
  • Can I visit the ecomuseum for free with the Swiss Museum Pass?
    Yes, admission is free with the Swiss Museum Pass.
  • Are there special rates for guided tours for groups?
    A special price of CHF 300 is offered for a guided visit for 1 to 20 people.

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