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La Magie des Automates offers a dreamlike interlude for all generations.
A magical museum not to be missed. Over an area of 1,500m², 350 automata come to life in marvellous settings. The youngest visitors are enchanted, especially when they are given a magic wand to wake up the characters, and adults fall back into childhood. A playful journey punctuated by games. Created in 1982 by Alain Bardo, a passionate artist, La Magie des Automates offers a dreamlike interlude for all generations. For over 40 years, automata and sets have been made in the workshop of this unique museum. Bring magic into your life!
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Opening time and information on THE MAGIC OF AUTOMATONS
Open all year round. Opening times available on the Internet. Free for children under 2. Adults: €11.50. Children (2-14 years): €8.50. Young people aged 15/18 €10.
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Visit a magical museum with your family!
In the heart of the charming village of Lans-en-Vercors, La Magie des Automatestransportsyouinto a wonderful world with 350 animated characters infabulous settings.
During 1 hour on 1500 m², the youngest are enchanted and the adults fall back in childhood!
Created in 1982 by a passionate artist, La Magie des Automates offers a unique universe and know-how. For 40 years, the automatons and sets have been made in the museum's workshops.Our offers and services
Summer theme with decoration and game
From 2025-06-14 at 2025-08-31
La Magie des Automates celebrates summer!
From Saturday, June 14 to Sunday, August 31, 2025, the museum team welcomes you in a decor that smells of sunshine.
Throughout your visit, discover a new game of "seek and find", accompanied by little riddles on the theme of summer! Fun for young and old alike! The games are suitable for all ages.
Finally, immerse yourself in the fantastic, gourmet atmosphere of a brand-new automaton scene!
During the summer, La Magie des Automates is the ideal place to discover! The museum's interior is air-conditioned (around 20°C), and part of the visit takes place in a large, shady garden. After your visit, cold drinks and ice creams are available. Enough to beat the summer heat! Rainy day? Don't panic, umbrellas are available so you can make the most of the outdoor tour!
Opening hours from June 14 to July 4, 2025: open Wednesday and Saturday, 2pm to 6:30pm, Sunday 10:30am to 6:30pm. Exceptional closures on June 22 and 25.
Opening hours from July 5 to August 31, 2025: open every day from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., including July 14 and August 15.
Admission closes at 5pm. Visits without reservation.
Practical info: Free parking, refreshment bar (drinks, sweets, ice creams), KIDS FRIENDLY facility (changing table, high chairs, stroller-friendly walkways), picnic areas.
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On rentre dans un monde de rêves, de notre enfance.
Les enfants reçoivent à l'accueil une baguette magique qui leurs permet de mettre en marche tous les mécanismes. C'est eux qui animent et ils adorent ça. Tout bouge. La musique de fond rend votre visite encore plus agréable, elle détend. Ensuite il y a une partie extérieure, le Village Vercors avec des nombreuses petites cabanes toutes mignonnes. On peut y lire une histoire des automates qui commence en 1383. Une belle sortie en famille qui émerveille tout le monde. A la fin de la visite, dans la boutique, on peut acheter des jouets à construire soi-même, des puzzles en 3D très originaux, les modèles des automates. Vous ne les trouverez nul part ailleurs.
Pas soucis de stationnement, un grand parking attend les visiteurs.
Il n'y a pas de restauration sur place mais on peut amener son pique nique et manger soit à l'intérieur, soit à l'extérieur, tout est prévu pour pique-niquer.
Je recommande vivement, c'est une belle découverte.
J’arrivais avec une retissance (mauvaise expérience au village des automates)
Mais la c’est magnifique avec un renouvellement qui se voit.
un super endroit autant pour les petits que les grands .
Un lieu magique , je recommande vraiment