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Old Ski Museum
In an old Savoyard farmhouse from 1783 at La Chapelle-d'Abondance, the Old Ski Museum brings back the history of skiing in the Portes du Soleil from 1900 onwards: wooden skis, sealskins, sleds and snowshoes — plus the reconstructed interior of an alpine farm.
At a glance
Type
Skiing and alpine life museum
Access
Paid · by SMS booking
Price
€4 single rate
Duration
approx. 1 h
Best season
Year-round (by appointment)
Parking
Village centre
Animals
Not allowed
Stroller / Reduced mobility
Difficult (historic farmhouse)
Town
La Chapelle-d'Abondance
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Price
Tarif unique
4,00 €Plein tarif (sur réservation par SMS)
What is Old Ski Museum
The Musée du ski ancien at La Chapelle-d'Abondance is a private museum set in a vintage Savoyard farmhouse from 1783 rich with history. The building itself is part of the visit: visitors discover the reconstructed interior of an alpine farmhouse, from the stable to the kitchen, where many everyday objects of peasant life in the Abondance Valley are on show.
The centrepiece is a collection of skis retracing the history of skiing from 1900 onwards, the era of alpine skiing pioneers in the Chablais. You can follow the evolution of gear and technique: leather bindings, solid wood skis, the first profiled boards, sealskins for climbing, traditional sleds and gut-laced snowshoes. Every piece of kit was redesigned to go faster and more safely, and the museum shows that progression in a vivid, moving way.
The museum is open year-round, on demand, which makes for a tailor-made experience. Reservation by SMS is required, specifying "Musée du Ski" to +33 (0)7 62 21 88 68, at most 2 days before the visit. Single fee €4. Ideal as a side trip during a ski or hiking stay at La Chapelle-d'Abondance, a family resort of the Portes du Soleil domain, or as a rainy-day backup.
Activities
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Practical
Practical information
Address
La Panthière, 74360 La Chapelle-d'Abondance (old Savoyard farmhouse) View on map
Coordinates
46.285935° N — 6.811352° E
Altitude
approx. 1,010 m
Opening hours
Open year-round, every day on request (SMS booking required mentioning "Musée du Ski" on +33 (0)7 62 21 88 68, at most 2 days before the visit). Verified on 10 June 2026.
Telephone
+33 (0)7 62 21 88 68 (SMS booking only)
Official website
cc-peva.fr and lachapelledabondance-tourisme.com
Access / Parking
Village centre of La Chapelle-d'Abondance. Surface parking nearby. From Thonon (approx. 40 min) via D902 then D22.
Visit duration
approx. 1 h (guided tour by the owner)
Booking
Required, by SMS only on +33 (0)7 62 21 88 68 mentioning "Musée du Ski", at most 2 days before.
Pets
Not allowed (historic farmhouse with sensitive collections)
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How do I book a visit to the Old Ski Museum at La Chapelle-d'Abondance?
The visit to the Old Ski Museum at La Chapelle-d'Abondance must be booked by SMS on +33 (0)7 62 21 88 68, mentioning "Musée du Ski", at most 2 days before the visit. Verified on 10 June 2026.
How much does the Old Ski Museum at La Chapelle-d'Abondance cost?
The single rate at the Old Ski Museum at La Chapelle-d'Abondance is €4 per person. Verified on 10 June 2026.
What are the opening hours of the Old Ski Museum at La Chapelle-d'Abondance?
The Old Ski Museum at La Chapelle-d'Abondance is open year-round, every day on request. SMS booking required on +33 (0)7 62 21 88 68. Verified on 10 June 2026.
What can you see at the Old Ski Museum at La Chapelle-d'Abondance?
The Old Ski Museum at La Chapelle-d'Abondance features a 1783 Savoyard farmhouse, a collection of skis and winter gear from 1900 (sealskins, sleds, snowshoes) and alpine peasant life.
Where is the Old Ski Museum at La Chapelle-d'Abondance?
The Old Ski Museum sits in the village centre of La Chapelle-d'Abondance (74360), a Portes du Soleil resort in the Abondance Valley. About 40 min from Thonon.
Is the Old Ski Museum at La Chapelle-d'Abondance open in summer?
Yes. The Old Ski Museum at La Chapelle-d'Abondance is open year-round, summer and winter, by SMS booking. An ideal add-on to a hike in the Abondance Valley.
How long should I plan for the Old Ski Museum at La Chapelle-d'Abondance?
Plan around 1 hour for the visit to the Old Ski Museum at La Chapelle-d'Abondance, led personally by the owner of the historic farmhouse.
Is the Old Ski Museum at La Chapelle-d'Abondance family-friendly?
Yes. The Old Ski Museum at La Chapelle-d'Abondance is a short, friendly visit popular with families: vintage skis, farm life and direct conversation with the owner.
Sources
Sources & verification
- CC-PEVA — Le Musée du ski ancien
- La Chapelle d'Abondance Tourisme — visite musée
- Portes du Soleil — Old Style Skiing Museum
- Léman Mountains Explore — Old Ski Museum
Multi-source verification at publication. Information may change — confirm with the official operator before travelling.
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