Folks and popular traditions museum

Within the prestigious walls of the former episcopal palace, you'll discover an exceptional collection of Maurienne costumes. The museum also displays tools and utensils from everyday life in bygone days.

Description

The dresses of the Arvan and Villards valleys in particular are among the most original in the Alps. In the former bishop's chapel, you can see the reconstruction of a typical Maurienne interior. One room features archaeological collections, another is devoted to religious art, and a third to the history of the Savoy dynasty.

Additional welcome

The Musée des Costumes, Arts et Traditions Populaires is located on the second floor of the Ancien Évêché. Access is via a grand staircase (no elevator).

Rates

Free access.
Group rate available for 5 people or more.

Guided tour for groups: €4 per person (min. 8 - max. 40) all year round.

Opening time

From 09/02 to 08/03 between 2 pm and 5.30 pm.
Open every day except weekends.

From 07/04 to 02/05 between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Open every day except weekends.
Closed exceptionally on Easter Monday and May 1st.

From 30/06 to 31/08
Opening hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Closed on Sunday.
Closed exceptionally on July 14th and August 15th.

From 01/09 to 21/09 between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Open every day except weekends.

From 20/10 to 02/11 between 2 pm and 5.30 pm.
Open every day except weekends.
Closed exceptionally on bank holidays.

From 22/12 to 04/01 between 2 pm and 5 pm.
Open every day except weekends.
Closed exceptionally on January 1st and December 25th.

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