Musée du car (Musée du Charronnage au Car)
About This Museum
Tucked away in the village of Vanosc, the Musée du Car is a delightful time capsule dedicated to the golden age of coachbuilding. It all started with one family's passion, the Rosiers, who began crafting these elegant vehicles back in 1920 and decided their life's work was too important to fade away. Stepping inside feels less like entering a sterile museum and more like wandering into a master craftsman's workshop where history is still palpable in the air, smelling faintly of old wood and polish. You’re surrounded by the ghosts of artisans past, their tools laid out as if they've just stepped away for a moment.
Collection Highlights
The undeniable star is 'Le Galaxie,' a stunning, fully-restored 1955 coach that gleams with chrome and intricate marquetry. Alongside it, you'll find everything from humble early bus chassis to delicate scale models that show the incredible detail of this bygone craft.
Visitor Information
It's located at 227 Rue des Marronniers in Vanosc – best to check their seasonal opening times online before you go, as it's a small, family-run affair. The passion of the guides, often descendants of the original craftsmen, makes a visit here truly special.
Architecture & Building
Housed in the Rosier family's original workshops, the building is a no-frills, functional structure of local stone and timber that perfectly matches its working-class heritage.
Contact & Location
Address: Rue des Marronniers, Souliardeyre, La Forêt, Vanosc, Tournon-sur-Rhône, Ardèche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France métropolitaine, 07690, France
Phone: +33 4 75 34 79 81
Website: Visit Website
