Maison du soleil de Saint-Véran

The House of the Sun museum contains advanced solar observation equipment across two floors, including coelostats and spectroscopes for studying solar phenomena.

Established at an elevation of 2147 meters, the museum complements the Paul Felenbok Observatory, which has operated since 1974 at higher altitudes.

The museum serves as a center for scientific education, offering guided tours and workshops that demonstrate the connection between solar activity and life on Earth.

Located in Le Bouticari - Le Châtelet, the museum opens Monday through Friday from 10:00 to 12:00 and 13:30 to 17:30, with provisions for wheelchair access.

Visitors can observe real-time solar eruptions and sunspots through specialized instruments while learning about astronomical phenomena at one of Europe's highest villages.

Location: Saint-Véran

Elevation above the sea: 2,147 m

Address: Le Bouticari – Le Châtelet 05350

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00-12:00,13:30-17:30

Email: contact@saintveran-maisondusoleil.com

Website: https://saintveran-maisondusoleil.com

GPS coordinates: 44.70238,6.87133

Latest update: May 10, 2025 11:18