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La Vieille Douane

Interpretation centre located in the former customs house of Châtel, dedicated to the history of smuggling and customs officers in the Portes du Soleil mountains before the advent of winter sports. The permanent exhibition features interactive and playful displays across two floors, including a temporary exhibition on the building's history from the 1920s to its transformation into a museum.

Families and Kids

Children can weigh salt bags, organise smuggler loads, identify goods by touch, and take part in a treasure hunt or secret operations. The museum offers interactive and playful exhibits suitable for families with children aged 6 and up.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: History

    • Children experience: 👍 Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Workshops, Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00-12:00 (July 1 to August 30)
14:00-18:00 (July 1 to August 30)
Wednesday
14:00-19:00 (July 1 to August 30)
Thursday
10:00-12:00 (July 1 to August 30)
14:00-18:00 (July 1 to August 30)
Friday
14:00-19:00 (July 1 to August 30)
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
14:00-18:00 (July 1 to August 30)

Admission fees

4.5 EUR
Adult admission
3.5 EUR
Child admission
3.5 EUR
Senior admission
3.5 EUR
Student admission
3.5 EUR
Group admission
0 EUR
Free for children under 8 years.
3.5 EUR
Family admission: €3.50 per person (1 adult + 1 child).

Contact

Webpage
chatel.com
Address
1277, route de Vonnes, 74390 Châtel