Maison Départementale des Alpages de l'Isère
In the heart of the village of Besse-en-Oisans, classified as a remarkable site, the Maison des Alpages houses a museum, a projection room and exhibitions dedicated to pastoralism. It also offers outings to meet the herds and shepherds.
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The museum tour is divided into several sections:
- A permanent, interactive exhibition invites you to discover pastoralism as it is practiced today, dispelling preconceived ideas and highlighting age-old know-how.
- A museum area dedicated to the rich history of Besse-en-Oisans and the Ferrand Valley will introduce you to life in mountain villages in bygone days (collection of old objects, photos, personal accounts, etc.).
- Numerous modules on issues such as climate change, predation, the environment and the economy linked to pastoralism complete the visit.
The Maison des Alpages also offers free activities for children, including access to the library (with a wide selection of books on subjects such as the mountain environment, fauna, flora, transhumance and life in the past), and booklets of games and puzzles available from reception.
Finish your visit with a visit to the museum's boutique, dedicated mainly to local producers, whose aim is to introduce quality products to local and visiting customers, promoting members of the Route des Savoir Faire de l'Oisans, Alpe is Here and the Ecrins National Park.
The Maison des Alpages also offers guided tours of Besse, outings to the mountain pastures to meet the herds and shepherds, and hikes in the summer pasture hamlets. After these outings, liven up your evenings with the "Les alpages font leur cinéma" film festival.
LABELS :
- Member of the Richesses Culturelles de l'Oisans (RCO) network
- Member of the "Route des Savoir-Faire de l'Oisans".
-Esprit Parc National,
-Ecrins National Park Information Point
Accueil camping-cars possible dans le village à proximité du musée.
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Maison Départementale des Alpages de l'Isère
3 impasse des Alpages
38142 BESSE
Route
- Languages: En Fr
Rates
Means of payment- Cash
- Bank/credit card
- Check
Self-access store and library area.
04 76 80 19 09 07 72 40 57 53 maisondesalpages38@orange.fr http://www.maisondesalpages-besse.com/ https://www.facebook.com/maisondesalpages38/
Opening periods
From 15/05 to 30/06/2026 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 10 am and 12.30 pm and between 1.30 pm and 6 pm.
From 01/07 to 30/08/2026 daily between 10 am and 12.30 pm and between 1.30 pm and 7 pm.
From 31/08 to 30/09/2026 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, bank holidays and weekends between 10 am and 12.30 pm and between 1.30 pm and 6 pm.
Equipments and characteristics
- Pets refused
- Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
- Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
- Meeting rooms quantity: 1
Access
The Maison Départementale des Alpages is located in Besse en Oisans, home to the largest mountain pasture in the département.
The history and evolution of these mountain pastures, and the fact that they are still in operation, make them ideal for bringing together those involved in pastoralism and the general public.
- Latitude: 45.071764
- longitude: 6.171595
Environnement
- Mountain location
- Close to GR footpath
- Village centre
- Less than 10 minutes from a bus stop on foot
See also
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Besse-en-Oisans village
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