Mus’Énergie

Ambert

Guide Le Routard

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(…)

Spoken languages

Opening hours

From 01/04 to 30/06/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Open on public holidays.
Exceptionally open on Sundays, May 3, 10, 17 and 24.
Exceptionally closed on Saturday June 27.

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 30/11/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Open on public holidays.

Prices and payment methods

  • From 01/04 to 29/11/2025
  • Adult : 7.50 to 8.50 €
  • Child : 5 to 5.50 €
  • Group adults : 6.50 to 7.50 €
  • Group children : 4.50 to 5 € (Schoolchildren : €3.5).
  • From 01/04 to 29/11/2026
  • 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.

Payment methods :

  • Bank/credit card
  • Check
  • Travellers Cheque
  • Cash

Comfort, facilities and services

  • Car park
  • Coach access
  • Coach parking
  • Guided group tours available permanently
  • Guided group tours obligatory
  • Motorhomes allowed
  • Pets welcome
  • Public WC
  • Shop
  • Tourist brochures

Pets welcome

Dogs allowed : Pets are welcome on a leash !

Location

Environnements

Town location, Town outskirts

Updated on 17 February 2026 by Maison du Tourisme du Livradois-Forez