Canson and Montgolfier paper mill Museum

Tourist attractions

The paper mill museum is in the house where the Montgolfier brothers (inventors of the hot-air balloon) were born. It brings 17th-21st century paper milling to life with machines, demos by guides and more.

Spoken languages

  • German
  • English
  • French

Labels and rankings

  • Private museum
  • Eco-museum

Sort

  • Museum

Themes

  • History
  • Sciences and technology
  • Arts and culture
  • Famous people
  • Occupations
  • Transport
  • Mechanical sciences
  • Local history

Opening

From 01/01 to 30/06/2024, every Wednesday and Sunday between 2.30 pm and 6 pm.
Closed exceptionally on 31/03.

From 01/07 to 01/09/2024, daily between 2.15 pm and 6 pm.

From 02/09 to 31/12/2024, every Wednesday and Sunday between 2.30 pm and 6 pm.

Benefits

Services provided

  • Pets welcome
  • Educational visits
  • Shop
  • Guided tours

Equipment

  • Car park
  • Coach parking
  • Toilets

Prices

Adult: 6 € Child: 4.70 € Group adults: 6 to 7.50 €. Free entry for children < 6 years, the drivers.

Means of payment

  • Check
  • Cash
  • Bank/credit card
  • Pass’Région

Capacity

  • Maximum group size: 100

Activities

  • Handicrafts workshops
  • Temporary exhibition

Access

Environment

  • Waterside
  • Riverside