The Peddlers’ Museum

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Description

The museum is actually closed and will open again during summer.
Next to the church of Saint-Nicolas, the Musée d'Art Sacré (Sacred Art Museum) displays some 50 objects dating from the 18th to the 19th centuries, retracing the history of the village.

This unique collection (sculptures, paintings, goldsmith's and silversmith's objects, liturgical vestments) is largely the result of the generosity and faith of Saint-Nicolatains, expatriates in German-speaking countries. Between the 15th and 18th centuries, the difficulties of life in the mountains prompted some inhabitants to leave for Germany or Italy, to earn a living as peddlers or craftsmen. Some of them succeeded in establishing themselves as bourgeois merchants in Europe's major cities. They then made substantial donations to their parishes of origin, contributing to the wealth of decorations in the region's churches and chapels!

For families, 7 errors games and booklets are available at the reception desk to help you discover the collections in a fun way!
During the vacation season, guided tours of the church and the Peddlers’ Museum are usually held on Fridays at 3pm, and guided tours of the museum are available all year round on request.

Outside these periods, the Musée d'art sacré is open by appointment.

Duration 1h

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Completely renovated after 2008, this museum presents the valley's religious tradition in connection with the history of its inhabitants, particularly its pedlars.

Address
Musée des Colporteurs, 3847 route de Saint-Nicolas, Saint-Nicolas de Véroce, 74170, Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
Opening
Closed temporarily.

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Address
Musée des Colporteurs, 3847 route de Saint-Nicolas, Saint-Nicolas de Véroce, 74170, Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
Opening
Closed temporarily.