Musée de Pontarlier
Municipal museum in a 15th-century townhouse: history of Pontarlier and absinthe, archaeology, Franche-Comté paintings and faience.
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About the museum
The Musée de Pontarlier was founded in 1977. It occupies one of the oldest townhouses in the town, dating from the 15th century. The building retains a fine set of Art Nouveau stained-glass windows and painted beams with historiated motifs from the 17th century.
The museum is a municipal institution. It presents its collections over three levels. The route covers the history of Pontarlier and that of absinthe, which brought the town its fame in the Haut-Doubs region.
It also holds archaeological collections, from prehistory to the Middle Ages, as well as Franche-Comté paintings and faience. Temporary exhibitions on a variety of subjects are held regularly.
The museum also offers workshops for adults and children, lectures and themed events throughout the year. It welcomes groups, who receive a reduced rate from more than 10 people.
Highlights
- History of Pontarlier and absinthe
- 15th-century townhouse with Art Nouveau stained-glass windows
- Painted 17th-century beams
- Archaeological collections, from prehistory to the Middle Ages
- Franche-Comté paintings and faience
- Founded
- 1977
- Operated by
- Ville de Pontarlier
- Visitors per year
- approx. 12,299
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €5 |
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| Reduced | €2.50Students and groups of more than 10 people. |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 25 · Free for under-26s. |
| Students & apprentices | €2.50Reduced rate for students. |
| Groups (11+ people) | €2.50 per personPrice per person for groups of more than 10 people. |
Free admission: Free for everyone during school holidays in Zone A
Free admission also for school groups, journalists, teachers, recipients of minimum social benefits, members of the Les Amis du Musée de Pontarlier association and holders of the ICOM card or Cézam card. Payment in cash, by cheque or by bank card.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 25 |
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- Family tours & workshops
The museum offers workshops for children.
Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
- Museum shop
Shop and toilets.
Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Good to know | The museum offers themed events, lectures, workshops for adults and children, and temporary exhibitions. |
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