Pont en Royans's Water Museum

Pont-en-Royans's Water Museum is a science institution that uses hands-on exhibits to explain how water moves through nature and sustains life on Earth. The displays cover water distribution, human biology, and the relationships between water and environments around the world.

The museum opened in 2002 as a response to the village's longstanding relationship with water as a source of life and engineering. Pont-en-Royans had organized its buildings and economy around water management for hundreds of years before the institution was created.

Water appears in the exhibits as more than science, reflecting how different communities depend on and celebrate this resource in daily life. The displays reveal connections between local practices and global water traditions that shape how people live.

The museum is easy to navigate with clearly marked sections and the option of guided tours for those who want more context. Accessible facilities are available throughout, and a restaurant on-site allows visitors to take breaks during their visit.

Inside, a water bar allows visitors to taste different waters from around the world and discover how minerals vary from one source to another. This tasting experience reveals that water itself has flavor and character based on where it comes from.

Location: Pont-en-Royans

Official opening: 2002

Fee: Yes

Website: http://musee-eau.com

GPS coordinates: 45.06068,5.34417

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:24