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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 17/12/2023 to 28/04/2024
Opening hours between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Schedules of guided tour on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 3.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Schedules of last entrance at 5.15 pm.
Closed Monday and Saturday.

From 16/06 to 21/06/2024
Opening hours between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Schedules of guided tour on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 3.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Schedules of last entrance at 5.15 pm.
Closed Monday and Saturday.

From 22/06 to 23/06/2024
Opening hours between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.

From 24/06 to 30/06/2024
Opening hours between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Schedules of guided tour on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 3.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Schedules of last entrance at 5.15 pm.
Closed Monday and Saturday.

From 02/07 to 31/08/2024
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.
Schedules of guided tour on Tuesday and Thursday between 3.30 pm and 4.30 pm. On Wednesday between 6 pm and 7 pm.
Schedules of last entrance on Tuesday and Thursday at 11.15 am and at 5.15 pm. On Wednesday and Friday at 6.15 pm. at 5.15 pm.
Closed Monday and Saturday.

From 01/09 to 20/09/2024
Opening hours between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Schedules of guided tour on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 3.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Schedules of last entrance at 5.15 pm.
Closed Monday and Saturday.

From 21/09 to 22/09/2024
Opening hours between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.

Suitable for:


  • Groupe scolaire (EN)
  • High school

Spoken languages:


  • English
  • French

Prices:
From 17/12/2023 to 28/04/2024
Adult: 4.50 €
Child : 3.50 €
Group adults: 3.50 €
Group children : 3.50 €.

From 16/06 to 22/09/2024
Adult: 4.50 €
Child : 3.50 €
Group adults: 3.50 €
Group children : 3.50 €.

Free entry for children < 8 years.
Child entry valid for 8 - 15 years.
Group rate available for > 10 people.

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.

Adapted tourism:


Services:


  • Educational visits
  • Coach access
  • Shop
  • Guided tours

Description

Address:
1277, route de Vonnes
74390 CHÂTEL

Phone: 04 50 71 75 11