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Nature Museum

At Gruffy, south of Lake Annecy, the Nature Museum reveals Haute-Savoie's biodiversity across four spaces: naturalised wildlife, a glass-fronted hive and the history of beekeeping, a teaching garden of medicinal plants and a conservation orchard.

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Nature Museum at Gruffy, wildlife and bees of Haute-Savoie, close to Lake Annecy
At a glance
Type
Natural history and beekeeping museum
Access
Paid entry
Price
€6 single · free under 2
Duration
1 h 30 to 2 h
Best season
April to October · school holidays
Parking
Free on site
Animals
Not allowed
Stroller / Reduced mobility
Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility
Town
Gruffy
Wheelchair access
Partially accessible Source: Office de Tourisme du Lac d'Annecy

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Price

Tarif unique
6,00 €Gratuit moins de 2 ans
Groupes (par personne)
12,00 €Avec animation
Tarif famille (3e personne et suivantes)
10,00 €Dégressif

What is Nature Museum

The Musée de la Nature at Gruffy is a privileged place to discover the biodiversity of Haute-Savoie, nestled between the southern shore of Lake Annecy, the Bauges range and the Semnoz. Located on route de Beauregard, it is organised into four complementary spaces that make it a very complete family outing, fully accessible to people with reduced mobility.

The "Wildlife" room takes visitors into the secret life of wild and domestic animals through hundreds of taxidermied species staged in their reconstructed habitats (forests, meadows, lakes). The bee room reveals the work of more than 30,000 worker and forager bees through a glass hive where you can watch honey being made in real time, alongside equipment illustrating the history of Savoyard beekeeping.

The outdoor educational garden brings together aromatic and medicinal plants and a forgotten-vegetable plot. The conservation orchard shelters apple, pear and plum trees of local heritage varieties, plus 5 active hives to understand the interaction between bees and nature. The museum is open to the general public during school holidays and by reservation for groups and schools all year. Single fee: €6 (free under 2). Contact: +33 (0)4 50 77 58 60, resa.musee.gruffy@gmail.com.

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Practical

Practical information

Address
335 Route de Beauregard, Les Choseaux, 74540 Gruffy View on map
Coordinates
45.7916° N — 6.057° E
Altitude
approx. 700 m
Opening hours
Open to the general public during school holidays (all zones). Year-round by reservation for groups and schools. Verified 10 June 2026.
Phone
+33 (0)4 50 77 58 60
Official site
musee-nature.com · resa.musee.gruffy@gmail.com
Access / Parking
Free on-site parking. From Annecy (approx. 25 min) via A41 Alby exit, then D31 to Gruffy. From Aix-les-Bains (approx. 30 min).
Visit duration
approx. 1 h 30 to 2 h for the 4 spaces
Booking
Recommended for individual visits, required for groups and school visits (resa.musee.gruffy@gmail.com).
Accessibility
Museum accessible to people with reduced mobility. Garden and orchard outdoors.
Access

How to get there

Nearest stops

  • LES CHOSEAUX · SIBRA · 41 · 198 m
  • CHEF LIEU GRUFFY · SIBRA · 41 · 488 m
  • LE BUISSON · SIBRA · 41 · 827 m

Transport data verified on 2026-06-15 · source transport.data.gouv.fr (Licence Etalab 2.0)

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Nature Museum at Gruffy cost?

The single price for the Nature Museum at Gruffy is €6 per person, free for under-2s. Groups €12/person with activity. Family: 3rd person onwards €10. Verified 10 June 2026.

What are the opening hours of the Nature Museum at Gruffy?

The Nature Museum at Gruffy is open to the general public during school holidays, and year-round by reservation for groups and schools. Verified 10 June 2026.

What is there to see at the Nature Museum at Gruffy?

The Nature Museum at Gruffy is made up of 4 spaces: naturalised mountain wildlife, a glass-fronted hive with 30,000 bees, a teaching garden of medicinal plants, and a conservation orchard.

Is the Nature Museum at Gruffy accessible to visitors with reduced mobility?

Yes. The Nature Museum at Gruffy is accessible to people with reduced mobility, as is, in part, the outdoor teaching garden and conservation orchard.

Is the Nature Museum at Gruffy suitable for children?

Yes, perfectly. The Nature Museum at Gruffy offers nature workshops during school holidays, a fascinating glass-fronted hive and naturalised animals at child height. Free under 2.

Where is the Nature Museum at Gruffy?

The Nature Museum is at 335 Route de Beauregard, locality Les Choseaux, 74540 Gruffy, south of Lake Annecy. 25 min from Annecy via A41 Alby exit.

Do I need to book for the Nature Museum at Gruffy?

Booking is recommended for individual visits to the Nature Museum at Gruffy, and required for groups and schools: resa.musee.gruffy@gmail.com or 04 50 77 58 60.

How long should I plan for the Nature Museum at Gruffy?

Allow 1 h 30 to 2 h to explore the 4 spaces of the Nature Museum at Gruffy (wildlife, bees, teaching garden, conservation orchard).

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Published 10 juin 2026·Updated 21/06/26

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