Description

Overlooking the Isère valley, under the foothills of the Vercors massif, the Couvent des Carmes and the remains of the 14th century Dauphin's palace form a heritage site classified as a Historic Monument.

Beautifully restored in 2009, the site houses a heritage exhibition on the history of the Dauphins and the Carmelites. You will discover the astonishing collection of César Filhol, initiator of the classification of the remains as Historic Monuments in 1922, including many objects bearing witness to life in the 19th century.

The Carmelite Convent also houses temporary exhibition spaces and the permanent exhibition dedicated to the work of the Dutch painter Bob Ten Hoope.

The unique atmosphere of the Couvent des Carmes continues outside with its light-filled courtyard, its medieval-inspired garden and its conservatory orchard with 300 rare and ancient fruit trees.

A cultural program (entertainment, concerts, shows, etc.) is offered throughout the season, particularly during major national events such as Museums in Celebration, Night of Museums, Rendez-vous aux jardins and European Heritage Days.

Opening

From 31/08 to 18/10/2026 on Fridays from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m. Weekends from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.

From 19/10 to 01/11/2026 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.

From 02/11 to 22/11/2026 on Fridays from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m. Weekends from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.
Winter closure to the public from Monday, November 23nd until April 2027.

From 10/04 to 25/04/2027 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.

From 26/04 to 04/07/2027 on Fridays from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m. Weekends from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.
Exceptional closure on May 1st.
Closing on Saturday, May 1st, 2027.
Exceptional opening on Ascension weekend: from Thursday 6 to Sunday 9 May, from 10am to 13pm and from 04am to 18pm.

From 05/07 to 29/08/2027 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.

From 30/08 to 24/10/2027 on Fridays from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m. Weekends from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.

From 25/10 to 07/11/2027 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.

Equipment

  • Free parking
  • Parking in the area
  • Parking
  • Elevator
  • Toilet
  • River or river view
  • Mountain view
  • Panoramic view
  • In the countryside
  • Village center
  • River at -5 km
  • Marked hiking route within 500 m
  • Concert
  • Manual workshops
  • Botanical route
  • Permanent exhibition
  • Temporary exhibitions
  • Show
  • Animation

To welcome you well

Services

  • Educational visits
  • Coach access
  • Shop
  • Tourist documentation
  • Tourist information
  • Free visits
  • Guided tours
  • Accessible by stroller

With a group

Groups accepted up to 30 people

Localisation

Latitude : 45.121534

Longitude : 5.339729

Altitude : 265m

Updated on 13/10/2026 - Report a change: info@vercorsdrome.com

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