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The Peasant Museum, a PAYSALP Culture & Heritage site
At Viuz-en-Sallaz, the PAYSALP Peasant Museum plunges you into mountain life between 1850 and 1950: a 500 m² immersive exhibition where a carpenter, a blacksmith and peasants tell their daily story. A 1924 classroom in which to sit your certificat d'études.
At a glance
Type
Ecomuseum of peasant life
Access
Paid entry
Price
€7 adult · €5 child 5-15 · free under 5
Duration
1 h 30 to 2 h
Best season
Year-round · daily in summer
Parking
Free on site
Animals
Not allowed
Stroller / Reduced mobility
Accessible
Town
Viuz-en-Sallaz
Wheelchair access
Accessible Source: Acceslibre
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Price
Adulte
7,00 €Plein tarif
Enfant 5-15 ans
5,00 €
Moins de 5 ans
0,00 €Gratuit
Absurd Game / Explor Games
10,00 €Animation adulte / sur réservation
What is The Peasant Museum, a PAYSALP Culture & Heritage site
The Musée Paysan at Viuz-en-Sallaz is one of the flagship sites of PAYSALP Culture & Patrimoine, a recognised association running a fully fledged multi-site ecomuseum in the Haut-Faucigny. The museum offers an immersive 500 m² exhibition that retraces mountain life between 1850 and 1950, a pivotal period between ancestral traditions and early modernisation.
The route brings to life the craftsmen, peasants and villagers of the time: carpenter, blacksmith, farmers, schoolteacher. Each tells their daily story through careful reconstructions, authentic objects and audio or tactile devices. A 1924 schoolroom is built into the visit: visitors can sit on the wooden benches and try a few questions from the old Certificat d'Études Primaires — a moment always enjoyed by families and school groups alike.
The museum also offers two paid bookable activities: the "Absurd Game" (life-size board game, €10 adult / €7 child) and the "Explor Games" (immersive investigation game, €10/person). Museum prices: €7 adult, €5 child 5-15, free under 5. Hours: Monday-Friday 10 am-12.30 pm and 1.30 pm-5 pm (until 6 pm in summer from 10 July to 1 September). Group activities year-round by reservation. Address: 628 avenue de Savoie, 74250 Viuz-en-Sallaz.
Activities
What you can do here
Practical
Practical information
Address
628 avenue de Savoie, 74250 Viuz-en-Sallaz View on map
Coordinates
46.144191° N — 6.409578° E
Altitude
approx. 670 m
Opening hours
September to June: Mon-Fri 10 am-12.30 pm and 1.30 pm-5 pm. From 10 July to 1 September: Mon-Fri 10 am-12.30 pm and 1.30 pm-6 pm. Verified 10 June 2026.
Phone
+33 (0)4 50 36 89 18
Official site
paysalp.fr
Access / Parking
Free on-site parking. From Annemasse (approx. 25 min) via D907. From Cluses (approx. 25 min) via D26.
Visit duration
approx. 1 h 30 to 2 h depending on engagement with the classroom and activities
Booking
Not required for self-guided visits. Required for Absurd Game and Explor Games, and for groups.
Accessibility
Building accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Access
How to get there
Nearest stops
- Office de Tourisme · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · 274, Y02 · 520 m
- Café Duchosal · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · 274, Y02 · 708 m
- Café Duchosal · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · 776 m
- Cars Région Haute-Savoie · Official fares & timetables →
Transport data verified on 2026-06-15 · source transport.data.gouv.fr (Licence Etalab 2.0)
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FAQ
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How much does the PAYSALP Peasant Museum at Viuz-en-Sallaz cost?
Prices for the PAYSALP Peasant Museum at Viuz-en-Sallaz: €7 adult, €5 child 5-15, free under 5. Absurd Game €10 adult / €7 child. Explor Games €10/person. Verified 10 June 2026.
What are the opening hours of the PAYSALP Peasant Museum?
The PAYSALP Peasant Museum at Viuz-en-Sallaz is open Monday to Friday 10 am-12.30 pm and 1.30 pm-5 pm (until 6 pm from 10 July to 1 September). Verified 10 June 2026.
What is there to see at the PAYSALP Peasant Museum at Viuz-en-Sallaz?
The PAYSALP Peasant Museum at Viuz-en-Sallaz offers a 500 m² immersive exhibition on mountain life 1850-1950, with a 1924 classroom where you can sit a certificat d'études.
Is the PAYSALP Peasant Museum suitable for children?
Yes, perfectly. The PAYSALP Peasant Museum at Viuz-en-Sallaz features an immersive scenography that children love, an interactive 1924 classroom and Absurd Game / Explor Games activities. Free under 5.
Where is the PAYSALP Peasant Museum?
The PAYSALP Peasant Museum is at 628 avenue de Savoie, 74250 Viuz-en-Sallaz, 25 min from Annemasse (D907) and 25 min from Cluses (D26). Free on-site parking.
Is the PAYSALP Peasant Museum accessible to visitors with reduced mobility?
Yes. The building of the PAYSALP Peasant Museum at Viuz-en-Sallaz is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
What is the PAYSALP Peasant Museum's Absurd Game?
The PAYSALP Peasant Museum's Absurd Game is a life-size board game played inside the museum (€10 adult, €7 child, by reservation). A fun activity for families and groups.
How long should I plan for the PAYSALP Peasant Museum at Viuz-en-Sallaz?
Allow 1 h 30 to 2 h to visit the PAYSALP Peasant Museum at Viuz-en-Sallaz, depending on engagement with the 1924 classroom and possible participation in the Absurd Game or Explor Games.
Sources
Sources & verification
- Paysalp — Musée Paysan (officiel)
- Paysalp — Culture & Patrimoine
- Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Tourisme
- Loisirs.fr — Musée Paysan Viuz-en-Sallaz
Multi-source verification at publication. Information may change — confirm with the official operator before travelling.
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