Maison des jeux bretons
A 300 m² space in Saint-Jean-Trolimon where visitors can discover traditional Breton games by playing them: skittles, bowls and palets.
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About the museum
The Maison des Jeux Bretons opened in 2006 as a joint initiative of the municipality of Saint-Jean-Trolimon and the association “la Galoche Trolimonaise”. Its aims are to preserve, promote and pass on the practice of traditional games to new generations, and to show another side of Breton culture and heritage.
There are no long texts or conventional tours here: visitors discover the games by playing them. They test their skill at skittles, bowls and palets, such as the birinig, the boultenn or palets on a board. The indoor area covers 300 m², and other games are offered outdoors in summer, depending on the weather.
The house welcomes individuals and groups all year round; groups can also take part in a tournament led by a facilitator. For its twentieth anniversary, it was renovated and then celebrated with a festive jubilee day.
Highlights
- Skittles, bowls and palets to try
- Birinig, boultenn and palets on a board
- Covered area of 300 m²
- Facilitated tournaments for groups
- Outdoor games in summer
Permanent exhibition
- Jeux bretons traditionnels – Skittles, bowls and palets to try, such as the birinig, the boultenn and palets on a board.
- Founded
- 2006
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €3 |
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| Reduced | €2Children aged 6 to 14 |
| Children & teens | €2free up to age 5 · Free for children under 6; €2 for ages 6 to 14; adults (from 15 years) €3. |
| Groups | €4 per personVisit with activity by reservation: €4 per adult (from 15 years), €3 per child. |
| Children's birthday party (from 7 years, around ten children, by reservation) | €30Outside July, August and school holidays; at least one parent required. |
| Exclusive use of a morning (10 to 30 people), adult | €4Child: €3; accompanying adults free depending on the number of children. |
Cash or cheque only (no bank cards). Free admission for residents of Saint-Jean-Trolimon (card issued on proof of address).
Accessibility
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Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 5 |
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- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
- Kids’ birthday parties
Visitors discover the games by playing them. Children's birthday parties from age 7 with a facilitated tournament, by reservation.
Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
Cash or cheque only.
Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| School programs | yes |
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| Good to know | Groups (school classes from CP, leisure centres, works councils, associations, retirement homes) can book a facilitated tournament lasting 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours, outside public opening hours and by reservation only. |
