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Mechanical Music Museum Awakening the senses in the heart of Les Gets

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The click of a crank, the puff of a bellows, and suddenly the magic happens. In the heart of the village, a melody rises up and instantly transports you to another time. Welcome to a place where human ingenuity meets pure poetry: an unforgettable moment to share, whatever your age or the weather.

A collection unique in the world: when music comes to life

Here in Les Gets, our heritage is alive and well. The Mechanical Music Museum houses one of the most prestigious collections in Europe: over 1,000 unique items spread over 550 m², each telling a story of expertise and passion.

From delicate music boxes to impressive mechanical pianos, you’ll discover how, long before the digital age, craftsmen managed to capture the notes and reproduce them with fascinating precision.

As you walk through the doors of this cultural sanctuary, you’re not just watching; you’re listening to the historic heartbeat of the resort.

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    A sensory voyage for all generations

    Whether you’re a couple in search of curiosities, a group of friends or a family, the wonder is universal. Children will marvel at the graceful movements of the automata, while older children will admire the complexity of the workings and the nobility of the woodwork.

    An immersive journey through the ages

    The museum reveals itself to you room by room, each area with its own sound and visual identity:

    The Salle des Salons

    Elegance itself. Admire the refined music boxes, animated paintings and gramophones that once enlivened social evenings.

    The Street Music Hall

    Let yourself be carried away by the popular tunes of barrel organs and fairground organs. This is where the soul of the festivals of yesteryear comes alive.

    Automatic Instruments

    A technological feat. Discover mechanical pianos, automatic violins and orchestrions capable of replacing an entire orchestra.

    The Automata Gallery

    A moment of pure poetry where the characters come to life before your very eyes, combining precision mechanics and the art of staging.

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      The Merry-go-round: a trip back to 1871

      This is the museum’s centrepiece, a listed treasure. This merry-go-round of velocipedes and wooden horses is one of the oldest in the world still in operation. Imagine yourself on one of these proud steeds, carried along by the authentic sound of the fairground organ. This is the very essence of the spirit of Les Gets: an unbreakable link between past and present.

      The ideal activity, even when it’s cloudy

      Are you looking for something to do in case it rains, or simply a gentle interlude after a day on the slopes?

      The Mechanical Music Museum in Les Gets is your haven. Just a stone’s throw from the centre, it offers a warm, immersive cultural break. You’ll come out of curiosity, and leave with a sense of sound that will resonate long after your visit.

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      Prepare for an unforgettable visit at the Mechanical Music Museum*.

      Located in the historic Old Village, the museum welcomes you all year round for a timeless experience.

      Cultural experience

      The tours are punctuated by sound demonstrations: the guides bring the instruments to life in front of you.

      The village centre merry-go-round

      Situated outside the Place de la Maison des Gets, it delights young and old at every turn.

      The Museum Shop

      Take a bit of magic away with a music box or a handcrafted object.

      FAQ: Everything you need to know about your visit