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La Grange aux Dimes, Provins

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History Museum · Historic Site
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Step back in time at La Grange aux Dimes. This museum recreates life in the Middle Ages through wax figures involved in crafts and merchant activities of the period, from potters to composers. Set in the 13th century home of a wealthy merchant, the museum makes for a fascinating journey. Grab a free audio guide at the start to be sure you understand everything you are seeing. Choose to start, finish, or center your holiday on a trip to La Grange aux Dimes by using our Provins trip planner.
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  • Well designed attraction. The 4€30 entry free includes a self guided audio guide available in English or French. Very informative for all ages and great reconstructed occupations shown in period... 
    Well designed attraction. The 4€30 entry free includes a self guided audio guide available in English or French. Very informative for all ages and great reconstructed occupations shown in period...  more »
  • Fascinating look at the history of this historic town and region. Highly recommended. Get a 'town pass'! 
    Fascinating look at the history of this historic town and region. Highly recommended. Get a 'town pass'!  more »
  • Our entrance fee was included in the cost of our day trip from Paris so we ventured in. Large area inside the building with multiple display areas providing a limited amount of history about the... 
    Our entrance fee was included in the cost of our day trip from Paris so we ventured in. Large area inside the building with multiple display areas providing a limited amount of history about the...  more »
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  • I can’t say it was not nice, it was a great setup… as if you walk into a merchant market and see how it was back in medieval time but honestly, not much to see, just feel it, look at it and leave in 10 min. Stop by if you are just passing by but don’t worry if you have no time to visit it. You won’t miss much.
  • Nice tour to listen and learn about the peak of Provins and merchants. You are provided with a headset and listen to the story of each exhibit. It's well maintained, clean and you'll learn something here. Might not be too much fun for the kids though.
  • One of the best places I visited while in France. The free audio guide is really good and the museum is not too long, so you don't get tired.
  • Authentic medieval village. Well kept and in great state. Not visiting ruins but an actual live village with inhabitants and school. Managed to keep a great balance between the history and daily life.
  • I'm sure this is interesting to see in the summer time but dont bother going in the winter. The tourist locations in the old city are only open from 2pm to 5pm. Makes me wonder why they even bother.

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