La Maison du Bijou

Tourist attractions

The Maison du bijou invites you to discover the precious world of jewelry. An audioguide accompanies you through the eight exhibition spaces, revealing the secrets of jewellery-making.

Opened in July 2015, the Maison du Bijou in Le Cheylard is a privileged space for the history and expertise of jewelry in the region. This museum tells the story of jewelry in Ardèche Hautes Vallées, from its first appearance in the 19th century to its contemporary production. Explore the precious world of jewelry and discover a long tradition of craftsmanship, jewelry techniques, collector's items, original creations and testimonials to the history and origins of the region's industrial activities. Behind the scenes or on stage, jewelry can be discovered and revealed... Fascinating!
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Spoken languages

  • English
  • French

Labels and rankings

  • Municipal museum

Sort

  • Museum

Themes

  • Sciences and technology
  • Occupations
  • Industry

Opening

From 01/04 to 30/06/2025
Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 5 pm.
Closed exceptionally on May 1st.

From 01/07 to 12/07/2025
Opening hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 10 am and 12.30 pm and between 2.30 pm and 6 pm.

From 13/07 to 17/08/2025
Opening hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 10 am and 12.30 pm and between 2.30 pm and 6 pm. On Sunday between 9.30 am and 12.30 pm.

From 18/08 to 31/08/2025
Opening hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 10 am and 12.30 pm and between 2.30 pm and 6 pm.

From 01/09 to 31/10/2025
Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 5 pm.

From 01/11/2025 to 31/03/2026
Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 5 pm.
Closed exceptionally on January 1st, November 11th and December 25th.

Benefits

Services provided

  • Pets welcome
  • Shop
  • Wi-fi
  • Tourist brochures
  • Tourist information
  • Guided tours
  • Repair kit
  • Free WiFi access
  • Stroller-accessible

Equipment

  • Lift
  • Toilets
  • Public WC
  • Parking nearby
  • Charging station for 2 electric wheels

Prices

Free entry for children < 10 years.

Means of payment

  • Bank/credit card
  • Check
  • Cash

Capacity

  • Maximum group size: 22

Access

Environment

  • In the country
  • Riverside
  • In centre of town
  • Mountain view
  • Town location
  • Close to a public transportation
  • Lake 5 km away
  • River 5 km away
  • Village 2 km away
  • Waterside
  • Bus stop < 500 m
  • Overview on river