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Espace Patrimone

Cultural museum of miners in the village of Alpe d'Huez

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Alpe dโ€™Huez
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This museum showcases the lives, tools and exploits of miners between the 12th to 14th centuries.

A small mining community existed here way before it was a ski resort. Exhibits also include those from the Second World War.

Guided tours are available.

Find the museum on the first floor of the Palais du Sport et Congrés.

For opening dates and times please visit their website for more information.

Free entry

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