A museum unique in France Located in Morez, the capital of the French eyewear industry, the Musée de la Lunette traces the history of the metal-framed spectacle, which began in 1796 thanks to the skill of a master nail-maker. Discover how the people of the Haute-Jurassie region used their ingenuity and know-how to develop a veritable industry that is still recognised the world over for its quality and creativity.
A collection unique in the world Through one of the world's largest collections, the EssilorLuxottica - Pierre Marly collection, the museum also invites visitors to discover the global history of eyewear in a journey that begins in the 13th century and takes us through Europe, Asia and North America. Pierre Marly, a renowned optician and creator of unusual models, designed eyewear for some of the biggest stars of the second half of the 20th century, including Elton John, Michel Polnareff and Sophia Loren. Above all, the "couturier des lunettes" has assembled one of the world's largest collections of eyewear and optical instruments, from medieval bezicles to Sarah Bernhardt's face-glasses and the temple spectacles of Victoire de France (daughter of Louis XV).
Musée de la Lunette Place Jean-JaurèsMorez39400 HAUTS DE BIENNE
Payment cards, Cheques and postal orders, Holiday vouchers, Cash
Pets not allowed
Amenities
Picnic area
Parking
Toilettes
Services
Shop
Activity
Specific theme activities
Adult workshop
Junior workshop
Temporary exhibitions
Chains and Labels
Prices & SchedulesOpening :
From 01/09/2025 to 30/06/2026. Closed on : Monday, Tuesday
From 01/07/2026 to 31/08/2026 of 10:00 to 12:30 - of 13:30 to 18:30
Open from September to June from Wednesday to Sunday, 2pm to 6pm, and in July and August from Monday to Sunday, 10am to 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 6.30pm.
Prices :
Group rate : Tarif unique de 5€ (For groups of 10 or more (self-guided tour))
Gratuities (Children under 6, Residents of Hauts-de-Bienne, ICOM card, Ambassador of the Musée de la lunette (+ reduced rate for accompanying persons), Disabled companion)
Child rate : Tarif unique de 4€ (from 10 people)
Special rate : Tarif unique de 5€ (Students, disabled persons, Pass JuraMusées...)
Rate for large families : Tarif unique de 18€ (2 adults + 2 children (€2 per additional child))
Base rate - full rate adult : Tarif unique de 6€ (from 10 people)
Special opening conditions :
Scheduled reopening depending on government decisions (Closed on December 25, January 1 and May 1.)
