Les Charmettes, Jean-Jacques Rousseau's house

At a glance

Type

Writer's house, museum

Access

Free entry; €1 audioguides

Best season

April–October Tuesday to Sunday; weekends only November to March

Town

Chambéry

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What is Les Charmettes, Jean-Jacques Rousseau's house

Les Charmettes, at 890 chemin des Charmettes on the heights of Chambéry, is the house where Jean-Jacques Rousseau lived. The visit is free; audioguides are offered at €1.

The calendar follows two seasons published by the city: from 1 April to 31 October, open Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00–18:00, closed Mondays and public holidays; from 1 November to 31 March, open weekends only, 10:00–18:00, closed Monday to Friday and public holidays — groups are still received on weekdays on request.

The gardens are freely open all year round — the walk alone is worth the climb from the centre.

Activities

What you can do here

Practical

Practical information

Address

890 chemin des Charmettes, 73000 Chambéry View on map

Price

Free entry; €1 audioguides

April–October

Tuesday–Sunday 10:00–18:00; closed Mondays and holidays

November–March

Weekends 10:00–18:00; weekday groups on request

Gardens

Free access year-round

Access

How to get there

By car

From central Chambéry, chemin des Charmettes; the house is at number 890.

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When to visit

April to October for weekday visits to the house; in winter, aim for the weekend. The gardens never close.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is entry paid?

No, entry is free. Audioguides cost €1.

What are the opening hours?

From 1 April to 31 October: Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00–18:00. From 1 November to 31 March: weekends only, 10:00–18:00. Closed on public holidays in both seasons.

Can you visit on winter weekdays?

The house is closed Monday to Friday from November to March, but groups can be received on weekdays on request, per the city.

Are the gardens open?

Yes — the gardens are freely accessible all year round.

Where is the house?

890 chemin des Charmettes, 73000 Chambéry, on the heights south-east of the centre.

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