Musée de la Pipe et du Diamant de Saint-Claude

The Musée de la Pipe et du Diamant is a museum dedicated to the two main crafts of Saint-Claude. The displays show historic pipes from around the world alongside diamond-cutting tools and finished stones from local production.

The town became a center for pipe-makers in the 18th century and later attracted diamond dealers who established themselves there. The museum documents these two economic forces that made Saint-Claude a recognized crafts hub.

The collections show how pipe-making and diamond trading shaped Saint-Claude's identity over time. Visitors see craftsmanship passed down through generations that continues to bind the local community together.

A visit works well with a walk around Saint-Claude since the museum sits centrally in town. Plan to spend 1 to 2 hours to explore the collections at a comfortable pace.

A special focus is seeing diamond-cutting demonstrated by animated figures in a reconstructed workshop setting. These live-action demonstrations are rarely found in museums and give a vivid sense of how precise this craft must be.

Location: Saint-Claude

Official opening: 1966

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:30-12:00;Monday-Sunday 14:00-18:30

Phone: +33384451700

Website: http://musee-pipe-diamant.com

GPS coordinates: 46.38708,5.86617

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:27