Culture and Heritage
This area is steeped in History with the English ‘discovering’ it more than a century ago, all its wonderful mountain traditions and cultures are beautifully presented in several museums from Servoz to Vallorcine – a beautiful place for the whole family to enjoy!
Culture
Le musée du Mont Blanc - Chamonix
After five years of renovation work, the former Alpine Museum will reopen in July 2026 under a new name, with 1,800 m² of exhibition space. An immersive journey exploring the relationship between humans and the mountains, with 17,000 exhibits for the whole family to discover. Perfect for bad weather!
Espace Tairraz - Chamonix
Enjoy a unique and fun experience as you journey through the Alps of yesterday and today using the digital displays in the main exhibition at the Espace Tairraz.
La Maison du Lieutenant – Servoz
At this museum, you can discover or rediscover the history of the Chamonix Valley, Alpine culture, life on the mountain pastures, the local region, and traditional crafts...
Nature
La Maison de Village – Argentière
In la Maison de Village d’Argentière there is a hidden area dedicated to the flora and fauna of the valley as well as numerous special shows and exhibitions during the busier times of the year
Le Chalet de la Réserve des Aiguilles Rouges – Chamonix
This is a wonderful place to discover all the local flora and fauna that you will actually see when walking, hiking and cycling in the Valley and natural parks and les Aiguilles Rouges.
L'Observatoire Mont-Blanc – Chamonix
Dedicated to high-altitude scientific research, the Observatory shares its fascinating history and its discoveries about the Alpine climate and glaciers.
Books
Village Library
For the more academic this is a major source of reference covering everything to do with the valley.
Bibliothèque des Amis du Vieux Chamonix
The ultimate collection of reading over 20 000 books! – most from private collections and many antique books and images all under one roof.
Reconstitution
Le Musée Montagnard – Les Houches
Come and see what life was like back Chamonix back in 1750 – Simpler days – tough people!
La Maison de Barberine – Vallorcine
Another splendid example to see what life was like back in the day… Great for the kids to see.
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