From Perouges to Bugey

Point of view: watchtower at the museum of Pérouges

Pérouges medieval city
Pérouges medieval city
Pérouges medieval city
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With its 360°C panoramic view over the roofs of the city and a bird's eye view of the medieval garden, the watchtower is undoubtedly the highlight of the visit to the house of the princes, which houses the museum of old Pérouges (paying) .

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The Maison des Princes is an example of a noble dwelling in the heart of the medieval city. During the visit of the museum, going from room to room you will have a glimpse of a seigniorial interior of yesteryear. Your stroll will take you to the superb view from the tower, where you will find an orientation table on the surrounding landscape. This before ending with a passage through the simple garden, reconstruction of a medieval garden.
The museum consists of 3 permanent exhibition rooms plus 4 temporary exhibition rooms.
Groups should not exceed 25/30 people per guide because the museum is cramped.
The museum has different levels with spiral staircases, or narrow steps.

Adapted tourism

  • Not wheelchair accessible

Comfort

Equipments

  • Parking
  • Toll parking
  • Parking nearby
  • Orientation table

Customer base

Minimum age: 8
Maximum group size: 10

Prices

Access to the tower is included in the entrance to the museum (the ticket includes the medieval garden)
Adult: 5 €
Child: €2,50 (from 10 years old)

Payment method

  • Cheque
  • Bank / credit card
  • Cash

Opening

April to October
Wednesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.
Closed Monday and Tuesday.

Advice from the Office

In case of rain

Do not panic ! Here are all our sheltered activities.

On the way back

To bring back a souvenir or something to treat yourself, stock up on local products from Pérouges in Bugey.