Maison Bergès - Musée de la Houille blanche
At the foot of the Belledonne mountain range, the museum recounts the birth of hydroelectricity and pays tribute to the men at the forefront of this adventure which became the source of major technological and economic advances. Located in the eclectic residence of the engineer and innovator Aristide Bergès, with its Art Nouveau decorations (including works by Mucha, a friend of the family), this exceptional museum brings together art and industry in an original way.
40 Avenue des Papeteries
38190
Villard-Bonnot
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With the G-PASS, get 10% off in the museum shop !
In the heart of the Alps, at the foot of the Belledonne massif in Villard-Bonnot, the museum recalls the birth of hydroelectricity and pays tribute to the men and women involved in this adventure, the source of major technological and economic development. Housed in the Art Nouveau home of the innovative engineer Aristide Bergès, this exceptional place of remembrance subtly blends art and industry.
The G-PASS offer:
- Bonus for G-PASS holders: 10% discount on purchases in the museum store on presentation of your G-PASS
- The Maison Bergès - Museum Houille blanche is part of the network of 11 museums of the Département de l'Isère, and is free to all.
Opening hours
- April to October: 1pm-6pm Wednesday to Friday, 10am-6pm at weekends.
- November to March: 1.30 pm to 5.30 pm Wednesday to Friday, 10 am to 5.30 pm at weekends.
- Closed on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.
Accessibility
- Assistance dog
Additional information
- Animal
Access conditions
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Public transport
Train Gare de Lancey