Iron and Railway Museum

Museum dedicated to the history of ironworking and railways in Vallorbe, housed in a historic water-powered forge complex. Features live blacksmithing demonstrations, a working forge, and exhibits on the local railway line.

Families and Kids

The museum offers family-friendly activities including guided tours, souvenir medal striking (from age 6), and blacksmithing initiation (from age 12). A special family admission rate of CHF 27 is available.

Information

Visit duration: 120min
For rainy days: Yes
Free entrance: No
Price range: $$
Topic: Crafts and industry
- Children experience: 👍 Child friendly
- Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
- Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Workshops, Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10:00-17:00 (April to October)
13:00-17:00 (February 4 to April 3)
13:00-17:00 (October 25 to November 30)
Thursday: 10:00-17:00 (April to October)
Friday: 10:00-17:00 (April to October)
Saturday: 10:00-17:00 (April to October)
13:00-17:00 (February 4 to April 3)
13:00-17:00 (October 25 to November 30)
Sunday: 10:00-17:00 (April to October)
13:00-17:00 (February 4 to April 3)
13:00-17:00 (October 25 to November 30)

Admission fees

13 CHF: Adult admission
6 CHF: Children (6 to 15 years)
10 CHF: OASI, DI, students, trainees
27 CHF: Family (from 2 adults + 1 or 2 children)
10 CHF: Group adults (from 12 persons)
5 CHF: Group children (from 12 persons)

Contact

Webpage: museedufer.ch
Email: info@museedufer.ch
Address: Rue des Grandes-Forges 11, 1337 Vallorbe