This museum features a display highlighting the different types of energy used by humankind. Local know-how is put in the spotlight in the area dedicated to the twining and rosary industries
Housed in premises typical of early 20th-century brick architecture, MUS’ENERGIE, the museum of motive power and energy for mankind, takes visitors on a journey through the diverse worlds of science and technology. Covering almost 1,200 m², the exhibited and partly animated collections form a remarkable whole. Firstly, the museum presents(…)
Housed in premises typical of early 20th-century brick architecture, MUS’ENERGIE, the museum of motive power and energy for mankind, takes visitors on a journey through the diverse worlds of science and technology. Covering almost 1,200 m², the exhibited and partly animated collections form a remarkable whole. Firstly, the museum presents a collection of steam engines which, in their time, revolutionized work in workshops and in the countryside. The second hall features a tour highlighting the different types of energy used by mankind. Finally, the weavers’ workshop and the rosary room illustrate local know-how.
Labels : Aurhalpin heritage, RéMut network, Route des Métiers en Livradois-Forez
Spoken languages
Opening hours
From 01/07 to 31/08/2026 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday between 2 pm and 6.30 pm. Open on public holidays.
Full guided tours in July and August at 2.15pm and 4.15pm.
From 01/09 to 29/11/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 2 pm and 6 pm. Open on public holidays.
Prices and payment methods
Adult : 8 to 9 €
Child : 5.50 to 6 €
Group adults : 7 to 8 €
Group children : 5 to 5.50 € (Schoolchildren : €4).
Free entry for children under 6, accompanying guides, the drivers.
Child entry valid for 6 – 14 years.
Group rate available for 15 people or more.
Family price (2 adults and 2 children) : €25 to €28.