Musée Fermat
About This Museum
Tucked away in the charming town of Beaumont-de-Lomagne, this isn't your typical science museum—it's the actual house where the mathematical genius Pierre de Fermat was born. You can almost feel his presence wandering through the rooms, which are filled with fascinating puzzles and historical context about his life and work. It’s a wonderfully intimate look at the man behind that famously unsolved 'Last Theorem' he scribbled in a book margin. For anyone with even a passing interest in numbers or history, it’s a real hidden gem.
Collection Highlights
Hands-on puzzles that bring Fermat's theorems to life, replicas of his personal letters, and exhibits explaining his huge impact on modern mathematics.
Visitor Information
It's a small museum, so you won't need more than an hour or two. Definitely check their website for opening times before you make the trip out here, as they can be seasonal.
Architecture & Building
A lovely, unassuming red-brick townhouse that feels every bit the 17th-century family home.
Contact & Location
Address: Maison Fermat, 3, Rue Pierre Fermat, La Bourdette, Les Bastides de Gillac, Beaumont-de-Lomagne, Castelsarrasin, Tarn-et-Garonne, Occitanie, France métropolitaine, 82500, France
Phone: +33 6 24 41 47 85
Website: Visit Website
