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Montagnard museum

Musée Montagnard et Rural, showing old mountain lifestyles with temporary exhibitions

Location
Les Houches
Imprint
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Situated in a house dating back to the 1750's, this museum showcases mountain lifestyles from the reconstruction of three pieces of traditional housing and objects from everyday life.

There is a permanent collection or rural exhibits, toys, farming equipment and heritage items, as well as the occasional temporary exhibition during the year.

For opening dates, times and entry fee information please visit their website.

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