Tank Museum of Saumur
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Tank Museum of Saumur

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The Tank Museum has a unique collection in the world of nearly 800 tanks and military vehicles, 250 of which are exhibited in this museum. You will appreciate this visit accessible to all.

In Saumur, discover the Musée des Blindés and its unique collection of armored vehicles, military vehicles from the First and Second World Wars to the present day. 250 models are presented to the public, French, German, English, American or Russian armored vehicles, some of which are still in working order and are even "stars" in films!

Through the 12 exhibition rooms, discover an incredible presentation accompanied by frescoes, explanatory panels, models in period costumes, numerous accessories and weapons of war. Even famous men are represented in real size with their biography (De Gaulle, De Lattre de Tassigny to name only the most famous). A history lesson accessible to all, where one feels emotion.

Duration:

From: 06 / 04 / 24 To: 03 / 11 / 24
  • Monday :
    from 10AM to 00PM
  • Tuesday :
    from 10AM to 00PM
  • Wednesday :
    from 10AM to 00PM
  • Thursday :
    from 10AM to 00PM
  • Friday :
    from 10AM to 00PM
  • On Saturday:
    from 10AM to 00PM
  • Sunday:
    from 10AM to 00PM
From: 04 / 11 / 24 To: 31 / 12 / 24
  • Monday :
    from 10AM to 00PM
  • Tuesday :
    from 10AM to 00PM
  • Wednesday :
    from 10AM to 00PM
  • Thursday :
    closed
  • Friday :
    from 10AM to 00PM
  • On Saturday:
    from 10AM to 00PM
  • Sunday:
    from 10AM to 00PM

Exceptional closure(s): January 1, December 25

Prices

From: 02 / 01 / 24 To: 31 / 12 / 24
  • Adult 11€
  • Kids 6€
  • Student fee 8€
  • Jobseeker 8€
  • Big family - Family package (2 adults + 2 children) - €1.50 extra per additional child 29€
  • Adult group 9€
  • Children group - Free school group 5€

Guided tour supplement: €4
Veterans: €8

Freebies granted on presentation of proof:
- to active military personnel, reservists and active civilian personnel of the Ministry of Defence,
- to foreign soldiers in uniform,
- to the Grand Invalides de Guerre,
- to the Pupils of the Nation,
- to AAMBC members

Ticket coupled with the Cavalry Museum:
Full price: € 18
Child rate (7 to 15 years): 9 €
Reduced price (students, job seekers, disabled people, veterans): €12
Family formula (2 adults + 2 children): €47 - €1.50 per additional child
Adult group rate (from 10 people): €13

Reservations required for groups., Free for children under: 7 years old, Minimum age for children: 7 years, Maximum age for children: 15 years

  • Payment Methods: Bank/credit card, Cheque, Chèques-Vacances Classic, Cash

Pratical information

Spoken languages
  • Français
  • English
Services Visit
  • Educational visits
  • Theme visit
  • Guided tours
Customer assistance / transport
  • Coach access
Shops
  • Shop
Customer support / practice
  • order
Equipments
  • defibrillator
Parking
  • Parking
  • Free parking
  • Coach parking
Leisure facilities
  • Picnic area.
Interior equipment
  • Toilets

A game booklet is available to families at the entrance to the museum. It allows you to discover the tanks of the museum thanks to a fun route.

During the spring holidays, from April 15 to 26, the Musée des Blindés offers you thematic guided tours to discover the museum in a different way.
- The Battle of Normandy? : Monday to Friday at 10:15 a.m. and 14 p.m.
- Atomic bomb VS assault tank: Monday to Friday at 11:30 a.m. and 15:15 p.m.
Duration: 45 mins. Price: €4 per person. in addition to the entrance ticket, no extra charge for children. Starting from 7 years old.

Adapted tourism criteria
  • Wheelchair accessible with assistance
  • Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
  • Furniture/Reception desk suitable for wheelchair users

Contact information

1043 road to Fontevraud
49400 Saumur