Free
Lake of Le Môle Loop Walk
La Tour
Family-friendly accessible loop around the lake of Le Môle at La Tour (74): ≈ 1.6 km, 21 m of climb, woodland and lake at the foot of Le Môle (1,863 m).
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Écomusée Paysalp
A community-run open-air museum, labelled since 2003, dedicated to the farming heritage of Faucigny: an immersive 500 m² exhibition on mountain life from 1850-1950, plus 7 other sites.
At a glance
Type
Community-run open-air museum, écomusée label since 2003, 8 sites
Access
Paid
Price
Adult €7 · Child 5-15 €5 · under 5 free · Absurd Game €10
Duration
1 h 30 to 3 h depending on route and activities
Best season
Year-round Mon-Fri, closes at 6pm in July-August
Parking
Free on site at 628 av. de Savoie
Animals
Policy not documented on the official site
Stroller / Reduced mobility
Accepted
Town
Viuz-en-Sallaz
Wheelchair access
Partially accessible Source: Écomusée Paysalp (site officiel)
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Price
Plein tarif adulte
7,00 €Visite libre du Musée Paysan
Enfant 5-15 ans
5,00 €Gratuit moins de 5 ans
Activité Absurd Game adulte
10,00 €Sur réservation obligatoire
Activité Absurd Game enfant
7,00 €Sur réservation
Activité Explor Games
10,00 €Par personne, sur réservation
What is Écomusée Paysalp
The Écomusée Paysalp is the peasant heritage ecomuseum of the Faucigny, located at 628 avenue de Savoie in Viuz-en-Sallaz. Run by the Paysalp non-profit (founded in the 1980s), it was awarded the national ecomuseum label in 2003 and now welcomes around 40,000 visitors a year.
The main Peasant Museum offers 500 m² of immersive exhibition on mountain life from 1850 to 1950: reconstructed farmhouse interiors, agricultural tools, traditional costumes and old trades. Two highlights: a fully restored 1924 classroom and 'Le Kube', an aerial film projected inside a panoramic cube.
Paysalp manages a total of eight Faucigny heritage sites, including the Prieuré de Peillonnex, the Château de Faucigny and the Verger conservatoire de Sevraz (80 heritage apple and pear varieties). Fares: adult €7, children 5–15 €5, free under 5. Note: open Monday–Friday, closed weekends and public holidays.
Activities
What you can do here
Practical
Practical information
Address
Musée Paysan: 628 avenue de Savoie, 74250 Viuz-en-Sallaz (NOT 297 as sometimes stated). Associated Maison de la Mémoire: 800 av. de Savoie, a separate building adjacent to the MJC. View on map
Coordinates
≈ 46.144° N · 6.40972° E (to be confirmed on Géoportail)
Altitude
≈ 690 m (Faucigny foothills)
Opening times
Monday-Friday 10am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-5pm. July-August: Monday-Friday 10am-6pm. CLOSED weekends and public holidays (a point of difference vs the Chamonix museums, which close on Mondays). Closed Easter Monday, Ascension, 1 and 8 May, 14 July, 15 August, 1 and 11 November, 25 December. Verified on the official site on 23 May 2026 — subject to seasonal change.
Booking
Online ticketing for Absurd Game and Explor Games at paysalp.fr/musee-paysan/ (€10 non-refundable deposit in advance, balance on site). Free-roam visit: no booking needed. Groups and school visits by phone +33 (0)4 50 36 89 18 or email accueil@paysalp.fr. Verified 23 May 2026.
Parking
Free on site at 628 av. de Savoie. Additional parking behind the Maison de la Mémoire building, on the MJC side.
Dogs
Policy not documented on the official site paysalp.fr. Call 04 50 36 89 18 if in doubt.
Accessibility
Accessibility not detailed on the official site beyond general public welcome. Group/school bookings available year-round. No free-entry policy on the first Sunday of the month (community-run museum). No specific rate published for students/jobseekers/disabled visitors. Verified 23 May 2026.
Visit duration
1 h 30 for the Musée Paysan alone, up to 3 h with Absurd Game or Explor Games
Contact
+33 (0)4 50 36 89 18 · accueil@paysalp.fr. Verified 23 May 2026.
Access
How to get there
By car
From Annemasse (≈25 min) by YO! regional bus or car via D903 then D907 to Viuz-en-Sallaz. From Bonneville (≈15 min) via D9 then D907. Free parking on site at 628 avenue de Savoie.
Open in MapsPublic transport
Haute-Savoie 'YO!' regional bus from Annemasse (~25 min) and Bonneville. No SNCF station in Viuz-en-Sallaz. Nearest SNCF stations: Bonneville (~12 km) and Annemasse / Léman Express (~22 km). Mostly accessed by car.
Open in MapsBy bike
Secondary roads from Bonneville and the Giffre valley. Rolling route with moderate elevation gain. Bike parking on site.
Open in MapsNearest stops
- Office de Tourisme · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · 274, Y02 · 523 m
- Café Duchosal · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · 274, Y02 · 693 m
- Café Duchosal · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · 761 m
- Cars Région Haute-Savoie · Official fares & timetables →
Transport data verified on 2026-06-15 · source transport.data.gouv.fr (Licence Etalab 2.0)
When to visit
When to visit
Écomusée Paysalp is open year-round Monday to Friday, CLOSED on weekends and public holidays — a key point of difference from the Chamonix museums, which close on Mondays. A strong draw for weekday visitors: families on school holidays, remote workers, retirees, school outings. Hours are Mon-Fri 10am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-5pm off-season; Mon-Fri 10am-6pm in July-August. The main Musée Paysan (500 m², 1924 classroom, Le Kube) remains the entry point, complemented depending on availability by the Absurd Game (booking required, €10) or Explor Games at the other Paysalp sites. The 2026 events programme brings the 8 sites to life: 'L'histoire d'Angeline' at the Chaîne d'Or chalet, a knight-themed evening at the Château de Faucigny in summer, a sound-and-light show at the Prieuré de Peillonnex every Tuesday-Thursday at 3pm in July-August.
Events : 2026 programme: 'L'histoire d'Angeline' around Chaîne d'Or. Summer evening at Château de Faucigny (knight show plus fire show). Sound-and-light show at Peillonnex Tue/Thu 3pm in July-August. Orchard festival at Sevraz. Full programme at paysalp.fr/programs/.
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Photos
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How do I book at Écomusée Paysalp?
Online ticketing for Écomusée Paysalp is at paysalp.fr/musee-paysan/ for Absurd Game and Explor Games (€10 non-refundable deposit). Free-roam visit of the Musée Paysan: no booking needed. Groups and school visits by phone +33 (0)4 50 36 89 18 or accueil@paysalp.fr.
What is the price at Écomusée Paysalp?
Écomusée Paysalp: full adult rate €7, child 5-15 €5, free under 5 (free-roam visit of the Musée Paysan). Absurd Game (booking) adult €10, child €7. Explor Games €10/person. No annual pass. Verified 23 May 2026.
What are the opening hours at Écomusée Paysalp?
Écomusée Paysalp: Monday-Friday 10am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-5pm. July-August: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm. CLOSED weekends and public holidays. Verified on the official site on 23 May 2026 — subject to seasonal change.
Where exactly is Écomusée Paysalp located?
Écomusée Paysalp (main Musée Paysan) is at 628 avenue de Savoie, 74250 Viuz-en-Sallaz (NOT at 297 as sometimes stated). The associated Maison de la Mémoire is at 800 av. de Savoie, a separate building adjacent to the MJC.
How many sites does Écomusée Paysalp include?
Écomusée Paysalp manages 8 heritage sites of Faucigny: Musée Paysan (628 av. Savoie), Maison de la Mémoire (800 av.), Prieuré de Peillonnex, Château de Faucigny, Chalet de Chaîne d'Or, Verger de Sevraz, Meulières de Vouan, Fruitière Croq'alp Mieussy.
Is Écomusée Paysalp open on weekends?
No. Écomusée Paysalp is open ONLY from Monday to Friday (closed weekends and public holidays) — a point of difference from the Chamonix museums, which close on Mondays. A strong draw for weekday and school-holiday visitors.
What is the Absurd Game at Écomusée Paysalp?
The Absurd Game at Écomusée Paysalp is a fun team activity requiring advance booking (adult €10, child €7). A wonderfully absurd game mechanic played in teams. Book at paysalp.fr/musee-paysan/ with a €10 non-refundable deposit.
How do I get to Écomusée Paysalp from Annemasse?
Écomusée Paysalp is 25 minutes from Annemasse by car via D903 then D907 to Viuz-en-Sallaz. By transport: the Haute-Savoie 'YO!' regional bus. No train station in Viuz. Nearest SNCF stations: Bonneville (12 km) and Annemasse (22 km). Free parking on site.
What are the Explor Games at the Écomusée Paysalp?
The Explor Games are a team-based discovery activity costing €10 per person: riddles and exploration across the Paysalp sites. Online booking is compulsory at paysalp.fr.
Sources
Sources & verification
- paysalp.fr
- paysalp.fr
- paysalp.fr
- paysalp.fr
- samoens.com
- auvergnerhonealpes-tourisme.com
- idt-hautesavoie.com
- haute-savoie-tourisme.org
Multi-source verification at publication. Information may change — confirm with the official operator before travelling.
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The Peasant Museum, a PAYSALP Culture & Heritage site
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Maison de la Mémoire Paysalp
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