Museum of Old Tréport
About This Museum
Tucked away on a steep street just a whisper from the harbor, the Museum of Old Tréport feels less like an institution and more like a local's well-kept secret. It’s a place that breathes the very essence of this old fishing town, telling its story not through grand pronouncements but through the salt-cured tools and faded photographs of its people. You won't find sprawling galleries here; instead, you'll discover an intimate collection that feels lovingly assembled over generations. This is where the soul of Le Tréport is kept safe.
Collection Highlights
Maritime history takes center stage with beautifully detailed model ships and heavy hemp fishing nets that still seem to smell of the sea. Look for the fascinating collection of 'boîtes à sardines,' the vibrant lithographed tins that made the local sardine industry famous. Upstairs, you might find yourself face-to-face with traditional Norman bonnets or a cabinet filled with antique apothecary jars, each object a small piece of the town's daily life.
Visitor Information
It's a cozy museum, so an hour is plenty to soak it all in without feeling rushed. Don't be shy about asking questions—the attendants are often wonderful repositories of local lore themselves. After your visit, do as the locals do and take the short stroll down to the port for a coffee while watching the fishing boats bob in the tide.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a charming, unassuming stone building typical of the town's historic core, it blends seamlessly into its residential surroundings.
Contact & Location
Address: Musée du Vieux Tréport, 1, Rue de l'Anguainerie, Le Tréport, Dieppe, Seine-Maritime, Normandie, France métropolitaine, 76470, France
Phone: +33 2 35 86 13 36
