Pastures Museum
The Maison des Alpages is located in the heart of the village of Besse. It is an important, local tourist centre that puts on a number of exhibitions and events throughout the year, including entertaining exhibitions that depict changes in agropastoralism in Oisans, the work of shepherds, transhumance, pastureland and the landscape of the Ferrand Valley.
Description
The museographic area features a fun, interactive approach to pastoral life and there are also several temporary exhibitions. It organizes visits to alpine pastures to meet shepherds, together with various artistic workshops.
The museum is a member of the "Route des Savoir-Faire de l'Oisans" and organize a guided visit of Besse.
Individual tours
Unguided individual tours available permanently
Guided individual tours on request
Group tours
Unguided group tours on request
Guided group tours on request
Tour langages
- French
- English
Service Provider(s)
Videos
Oppening periods
From 02/05 to 30/06: closed Monday and Tuesday.
From 10 AM to half past 12 and from 1.15 PM to 7 PM.
From 01/07 to 31/08
From 10 AM to half past 12 and from 1.15 PM to 7 PM.
From 01/09 to 30/09: closed Monday and Tuesday.
From 10 AM to half past 12 and from 1.15 PM to 7 PM.
Prices
Adult: 3 €
Group adults: 2 to 9 €.
Free entry for children < 15 years.
Group rate available for > 10 people.
Payment Methods
- Bank/credit card
- Cheque
- Cash