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Maison de la Nature Montorge

Located in Sion, Switzerland, at the heart of the protected Montorge site, the Maison de la Nature is a playful exhibition and meeting place focused on nature. From late March to early November it offers exhibitions and educational activities on a theme renewed each year, allowing young and old to discover the secrets of their local environment. Housed in a former icehouse renovated and inaugurated in 1989 by the City of Sion, it emphasizes experimentation, discovery and enjoyment. The surrounding Montorge site is rich in fauna and flora, including a lake known for its white water lily and dragonflies.

Families and Kids

The Maison de la Nature offers playful and educational exhibitions and activities that appeal to children and families, with a theme renewed each year. Young visitors can experiment, discover and enjoy themselves, and a game booklet is provided for pupils from 1H to 4H, with a colouring book available as a visit support.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: Yes
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Nature and environment
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Workshops, Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Open from 14:00 to 18:00, from late March to early November on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, and every afternoon (except Monday) from late June through August.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
14:00-18:00 (June (from 27th), July and August)
Wednesday
14:00-18:00 (March to November)
14:00-18:00 (June (from 27th), July and August)
Thursday
14:00-18:00 (June (from 27th), July and August)
Friday
14:00-18:00 (June (from 27th), July and August)
Saturday
14:00-18:00 (March to November)
14:00-18:00 (June (from 27th), July and August)
Sunday
14:00-18:00 (March to November)
14:00-18:00 (June (from 27th), July and August)

Admission fees

0 CHF
Adult admission

Contact

Webpage
maisondelanature.ch
Email
maisondelanature@sion.ch
Address
Promenade du Lac de Mont-d'Orge, 1950 Sion

Access

Nearby stops

  • Sion, Mont d'Orge350 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Sion
12m
Martigny
31m
Brig
47m
Thun
1h 19m
Lausanne
1h 24m

FAQ

  • Is the Maison de la Nature suitable for young children?
    Yes, the exhibitions and activities are designed for a wide audience, and young and old can discover the secrets of their local environment. A game booklet is provided for pupils from 1H to 4H, and a colouring book is available as a visit support.
  • Can school classes visit the Maison de la Nature?
    Yes, school classes can visit on request from Tuesday to Friday. Pupils from 1H to 4H receive a game booklet, while older pupils receive a complete educational dossier. The visit and the dossiers are free of charge.
  • Can groups visit the Maison de la Nature outside regular opening hours?
    Yes, the Maison de la Nature can be opened on request for groups, except on Mondays.
  • What rules apply at the Montorge site?
    To respect the protected site, fires, swimming and boating are prohibited, as is leaving the marked paths, uprooting or picking plants, and any motorised traffic or bicycles. Dogs must be kept on a leash.