Discover military heritage and strategies at Fort l’Écluse, then imagine the spirit of the Enlightenment at Voltaire’s château. Finally, unravel the mysteries of particles with the scientists at CERN! Here, history, culture and the future come together in the present…
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Photo 1, © City of Gex -
Fountains of Gex, © Gex Town Hall -
Fountains of Gex, © Gex Town Hall
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Napoléon Fountain, © Pays de Gex Tourist Office and its Monts Jura resort -
Thoiry Convent, © Thoiry Town Hall -
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Art trail, © OTMJ -
art trail, © otm -
snail, © al -
sculpture, © otm -
the village of mijoux, © otm
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Prévessin-Moëns parish church, © Pays de Voltaire tourist office -
Prévessin-Moëns parish church, © Pays de Voltaire tourist office -
Prévessin-Moëns parish church, © Pays de Voltaire Tourist Office
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The church in winter, © MB-OTI Pays de Gex & Station Monts Jura -
Stained glass window in St. Christopher's church, © Martin Bachmann -
Stained glass, © Fanny Caspar -
interior, © mtmj -
bell tower, © mtmj
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Pays de Voltaire House
Museum
Pays de Voltaire House, © Bru-nO -
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Rouffy bridge, ©jthevenard -
Rouffy bridge, © White
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What are the must-see museums?
Would you like to punctuate your stay in the Jura with a few cultural visits? Whether you’re more interested in art, science or history, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for in the Jura’s museums!
A scientist at heart, explore CERN, the world’s largest particle physics centre. You can enjoy a guided tour through the most interesting areas of the Laboratory and even take in some scientific shows.
If you’re more interested in history, take a step back in time with a visit to the Château de Voltaire, or discover the fascinating history of the gem-cutting trade at the Musée des pierres et du lapidaire in Mijoux.
Which museums to visit with your family?
Would you like to visit a museum in the Jura with your family? Then head to the Espace des mondes polaires, where you can discover these fascinating territories, which are unfortunately under threat from climate change. After your visit, you can put on your ice skates to round off your visit in style!
In the Pays de Gex, you’ll also have the chance to discover other equally interesting family sites, such as the Musée du Jouet and the Maison de la Réserve, where you can immerse yourself in the flora and fauna of the Jura.
Ain Discovery Pass
Visit the most beautiful sites in the Ain at smart prices! Choose your next tourist experience from a selection of 25 remarkable sites, including the Château de Voltaire and the Fort l’Ecluse!
It’s THE perfect idea for those long weekends and holidays!