Musée de la Fusse Monnaie

The Musée de la Fausse Monnaie in Marcellaz Albanais, near Annecy in France, is a museum dedicated to counterfeit money and forgery. Its collections present counterfeit banknotes from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries as well as fake notes from around the world, often displayed alongside genuine notes for comparison. The museum also exhibits historical printing presses and lithography equipment used in counterfeiting, and tells the stories of famous counterfeiters and their arrests. Visits are guided and by appointment only.

Information

  • Visit duration: 150 min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Free entrance: No

Opening hours

Opening hours could not be found on the website; visits are guided and by appointment only.

Contact

Webpage
fausse-monnaie.com
Email
chrporcheron@yahoo.fr
Address
1355, route de Chapeiry, Les Vorges, 74150 Marcellaz Albanais

Access

Nearby stops

  • Saillon, Collombeyres400 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Martigny
23m
Sion
25m
Brig
1h 6m
Lausanne
1h 20m
Thun
1h 46m

FAQ

  • How can I visit the museum?
    Visits are guided and by appointment only. Hours, reservations and rates are available by calling 06 82 16 20 74.
  • How long does a visit last?
    The visit lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
  • What can I see in the museum's collections?
    The museum presents counterfeit banknotes from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries as well as fake notes from around the world, often shown alongside genuine notes for comparison. It also displays historical printing presses and lithography equipment and tells the stories of famous counterfeiters.
  • Who can I contact for more information or to exchange knowledge about counterfeiting?
    You can contact Mr. Christian Porcheron by phone at 06 82 16 20 74 or by email at chrporcheron@yahoo.fr.

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