The Haut Val d'Arly museum

It was in 1987 that Dr Charles Socquet - a famous doctor and historian from Megève - decided to transform this authentic 19th-century farmhouse into a museum. Accompanied by an antique dealer with a passion for the region, he transformed the building into a museum dedicated to highlighting and safeguarding the local heritage. Since its creation, the museum has been run by volunteers who are keen to pass on their knowledge to visitors.

The Haut Val d'Arly museum is suitable for visitors of all ages. Young and old alike will enjoy discovering this unique and magnificently preserved site. To add a fun touch to your visit, a special children's guide booklet (designed for 7-10 year olds) is available on request from the museum entrance.

💰 Admission is particularly attractive, costing just €3.50 per adult and €2.50 per child. Children under 6 can visit the entire site free of charge.

🚌# How do I get to the Haut Val d'Arly museum?

The Musée du Haut Val d'Arly is located in Megève town centre, just a few metres from the Tourist Office and the Square de la Baronne de Rothschild. To get there, simply take the rue du Docteur Charles Socquet: its unique façade, typical of an old-fashioned farmhouse, is simply impossible to miss.

If you have chosen to drive from your hotel, the nearest car park is the Paroramic car park. Covered parking is also available at the Tourist Office. In all cases, you will have to pay a parking fee (prices vary depending on the car park and the season).

🗓️ When should you visit the Musée du Haut Val d'Arly?

Before you visit the Haut du Val d'Arly museum, be sure to check the opening times (which may change from year to year). This tourist attraction is only open during the high tourist season, from mid-December to April, then during the summer holidays (July-August).

⏱️ How much time should I spend at this museum?

The average visit to the Haut Val d'Arly museum lasts an hour. However, it's easy to spend more time, wandering through the different areas and consulting all the panels provided.

Guided tours (for individuals or groups) are available on request, to help you make the most of your visit and discover all the secrets of the site. If you'd like to take advantage of these, remember to book your visit in advance by contacting the museum team.

Thanks to its ideal location in Megève's hyper-centre, the Musée du Haut Val d'Arly is just a few minutes away from numerous restaurants. The nearest, less than a minute's walk away, is La Table du Trappeur, housed in the Chalet Saint-Georges hotel. Here you can enjoy dishes that revisit the flavours of yesteryear. Please note that this restaurant is only open from Friday to Sunday, so be sure to book ahead.

In any case, make the most of your meal to prolong your immersion in the mountain life of yesterday and today. Many regional specialities are served in Megève's restaurants, including potato fritters, wild mountain trout, winter flan, onion compote and the unmissable mountain dishes (raclette, fondue, tartiflette...). Don't miss out on Mont Blanc beer and a range of Rothschild wines to accompany all your dishes.