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Museum of Earth Sciences

The Musée des Sciences de la Terre in Martigny, Switzerland, presents a permanent collection of crystals and minerals from the Alps, showcasing their colours, shapes, and phosphorescent properties. The museum also features a reconstructed Valais mine where visitors can explore mining history and tools. Geology is explained as the science of Earth's 4.6-billion-year history, covering the formation of the crust, mountains, and water bodies. The museum also hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Families and Kids

The museum offers a 'Children's Corner' with a downloadable activity game. Kids can admire colourful crystals of all sizes and explore a reconstructed mine, making it an exciting family adventure.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Natural history
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Play area

Opening hours

Open from 13:30 to 17:00. From July 1 to August 30: Tuesday to Sunday. From September to end of June: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and weekends.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
13:30-17:00 (July 1 to August 30)
Wednesday
13:30-17:00 (July 1 to August 30)
Thursday
13:30-17:00 (July 1 to August 30)
Friday
13:30-17:00 (July 1 to August 30)
Saturday
13:30-17:00 (July 1 to August 30)
Sunday
13:30-17:00 (July 1 to August 30)

Admission fees

6 CHF
Adult admission
3 CHF
Adolescents aged 11 to 17
0 CHF
Children aged 0 to 10
5 CHF
Groups of 10 or more people, per person

Contact

Webpage
sciencesdelaterre.ch
Email
info@sciencesdelaterre.ch
Address
Avenue de la Gare 6, 1920 Martigny

Access

Nearby stops

  • Martigny, Grand Verger200 meters walking distance
  • Martigny650 meters walking distance
  • Martigny-Expo700 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Martigny
0m
Sion
14m
Lausanne
50m
Brig
50m
Thun
1h 22m

FAQ

  • Is the museum suitable for a rainy day visit?
    Yes, the museum is entirely indoors, featuring permanent exhibitions of crystals and minerals, a reconstructed mine, and a children's corner.
  • Are guided tours available at the museum?
    Yes, guided tours are available for groups of up to 15 people, lasting 1 hour, at CHF 150 (entrance tickets included). Free guided tours are offered for school classes from Martigny.
  • Is there a children's area at the museum?
    Yes, the museum has a 'Coin des enfants' (Children's Corner) with a downloadable activity game for families.
  • Does the museum have a library or archive?
    Yes, the museum has a library and archives, as well as a conference programme.
  • Is the museum accessible by public transport?
    The museum is located at Avenue de la Gare 6 in Martigny, about a 10-minute walk from the train station.