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La Vieille Douane

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Description

Children and adults will enjoy a fascinating trip back in time, learning about the game of cat and mouse that went on between the smugglers and the customs officers (known as "gabelous") in the mountains of the Portes du Soleil before the advent of winter sports. With lots of eyewitness accounts and a fascinating exhibition packed with documents and illustrations, the Old Customs House tells the story of a picturesque world full of surprises!

New temporary exhibition: "Everything to declare!... from the customs office to the smuggling museum".
From its construction in the 1920s to the departure of the last gabelous in 2009 and the first visits to the interpretation centre, a lot has happened at the Châtel customs office! This unique temporary exhibition tells the anecdotes of the former gabelous who occupied these premises for almost a century!

There are also activities on offer during the tourist season, including an investigation game for children, secret operations for the whole family and guided outings. There's something for everyone!

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Spécifications

Dates:
From 15/06 to 27/06/2025
Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Guided tour on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 3.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Last entrance on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 5.15 pm.
Closed Monday and Saturday.

From 28/06 to 29/06/2025
Opening hours on Saturday and Sunday between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.
National Heritage Days = free admission.

From 01/07 to 31/08/2025
Opening hours on Tuesday and Thursday between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm. On Wednesday and Friday between 2 pm and 7 pm. On Sunday between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Guided tour on Tuesday and Thursday between 3.30 pm and 4.30 pm. On Wednesday between 6 pm and 7 pm.
Last entrance on Tuesday and Thursday at 11.15 am and at 5.15 pm. On Wednesday and Friday at 6.15 pm. On Sunday at 5.15 pm.
Closed Monday and Saturday.

From 02/09 to 19/09/2025
Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Guided tour on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 3.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Last entrance on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday at 5.15 pm.
Closed Monday and Saturday.

From 20/09 to 21/09/2025
Opening hours on Saturday and Sunday between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.
European Heritage Days = free admission.

Suitable for:


  • Groupe scolaire (EN)
  • High school

Spoken languages:


  • English
  • French

Prices:
Adult: 4.50 €
Child : 3.50 €
Group adults: 3.50 €
Group children : 3.50 €.

Free entry for children under 8.
Child entry valid for 8 - 15 years.
Group rate available for 10 people or more.

Supplement for guided visit: €2/adult
Family: €3.50 per person (1 adult + 1 child)

Groups of adults or children on self-guided or guided tours (by reservation, min. 10
people): €3.50.
One accompanying adult free for every 10 children enrolled.

Discounts with the Multi Pass (summer):
Adult: €3
Children (8-15yrs old): €2.50


28th and 29th of June : National Heritage Days = free entrance.

Adapted tourism:


Services:


  • Educational visits
  • Coach access
  • Shop
  • Guided tours

Description

Address:
1277, route de Vonnes
74390 CHÂTEL

Phone: 04 50 71 75 11