Château-Musée d'histoire naturelle

  • Museum
  • Sciences and technology
  • Natural history
277 montée du Château, 06690 Tourrette-Levens
At the top of the medieval village of Tourrette-Levens, in the tower of the castle, there is the Butterfly and Natural History Museum.
In the exceptional setting of a 12th-century château, discover a superb collection of 5,000 butterflies and insects, unique on the Côte d'Azur, as well as 2 dioramas featuring over 300 naturalised animals.
There is also an exceptional panoramic view over the Mediterranean Sea.
Every summer, the Festival des Nuits Musicales et Culturelles du Château takes place in the exceptional setting of the Château de Tourrette-Levens.

A botanical discovery trail is available to the public next to the...

Openings

Openings

Monday
Closed

Tuesday
14:00 - 17:30

Wednesday
14:00 - 17:30

Thursday
14:00 - 17:30

Friday
14:00 - 17:30

Saturday
14:00 - 17:30

Sunday
14:00 - 17:30

Monday
Closed

Tuesday
14:00 - 17:30

Wednesday
14:00 - 17:30

Thursday
14:00 - 17:30

Friday
14:00 - 17:30

Saturday
14:00 - 17:30

Sunday
14:00 - 17:30

Location

Location

Château-Musée d'histoire naturelle
277 montée du Château, 06690 Tourrette-Levens

Environment

Environment
  • Village centre

Access

Access
  • Once in the village, take the pedestrian ascent from the castle to arrive directly at the museum.
    Bus line 19
Updated on 27 December 2023 at 16:42
by Office de Tourisme Métropolitain Nice Côte d'Azur
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