26 december > 22 may

Exposition Téléphérique et compagnie

  • Cultural
  • Exhibition
  • Historic
  • Photography
  • Winter sports
  • Heritage
Musée Montagnard, 2 rue de l'Eglise, 74310 Les Houches
At the beginning of the 20th century, access to the mountains opened up to as many people as possible. In Les Houches, the Bellevue cable car was built in 1936, followed by other installations throughout the commune. Take a look at their history in the exhibition.
At the beginning of the 20th century, access to the mountains was opened up to as many people as possible. Between the two world wars, the summer season was joined by a winter season with the development of snow sports. The first ski lifts were built.
In Les Houches, the Bellevue cable car was built in 1936, followed by other installations throughout the commune. Follow the story of these installations in the temporary exhibition, featuring photographs, documents and personal accounts.

In partnership with the Dans l'temps association.

During school vacations: Visit the exhibition during museum opening hours.
Outside school vacations: Visit the exhibition by reservation for groups of 10 or more: +33 (0)7 60 04 14 26

Services

No pets allowed

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Opening times

All year 2026 - Open everyday
From 1 January 2027 until 22 May 2027 - Open everyday

Location

Exposition Téléphérique et compagnie
Musée Montagnard, 2 rue de l'Eglise, 74310 Les Houches

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • English
  • French

Access

Access
  • Nearest bus stop : Les Houches Mairie bus stop
    Nearest train stop : Les Houches train station
    Nearest car parks: Mairie / Freney (Carrefour Contact)
Updated on 05 March 2026 at 09:06
by Office de Tourisme de la Vallée de Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
(Offer identifier : 7071304)
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