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Musée du Vélo

The Musée du Vélo in Chippis, Switzerland, houses one of Europe's most important collections of vintage bicycles, with over 600 bikes, 2,000 jerseys and hundreds of cycling-related objects. The private collection traces the history of cycling from an 1861 velocipede to modern racing machines, including rare pieces such as a Michaux-type bicycle of which only two examples remain in Europe. The museum also features a workshop where the founder repairs and maintains bicycles of all brands.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Topic: Transportation

Opening hours

Opening hours could not be found on the website.

Contact

Webpage
museeduvelo.ch
Address
Rue du Bourgeois 3, 3965 Chippis

Access

Nearby stops

  • Chippis, maison bourgeoisiale100 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Sion
21m
Brig
36m
Martigny
38m
Thun
1h 10m
Lausanne
1h 29m

FAQ

  • How can I visit the museum and its collection?
    Visits are guided by the founder Marc-André Elsig, who personally presents the collection with detailed explanations. No visit dates are currently planned; you can register via the contact form on the website.
  • Does the museum offer bicycle repair services?
    Yes, the museum's workshop, created by Marc-André Elsig, offers repair and maintenance services for bicycles of all brands, from simple annual servicing to complex repairs and assemblies.
  • Can I donate bicycles, jerseys or accessories to the museum?
    Yes, the museum welcomes donations of bicycles, jerseys and old accessories to contribute to its growing collection.

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