Musée Rambolitrain
Musée de France implanté à Rambouillet, le musée Rambolitrain conserve et présente des collections dans le département Yvelines.
Pour ce qui est de l'histoire de l'établissement, Don de Monsieur Jacques Visbecq, en 1984, possesseur d'une importante collection de trains-jouets et maquettes regroupant quelques 4.000 pièces.
Il permet ainsi la création, la même année, du musée du train jouet de Rambouillet Ce musée est lié au nom de Jacques Visbecq.
Il dispose de plusieurs atouts : L'originalité du musée réside dans la présence simultanée de trains-jouets 1880 - 1950, de modèles réduits, réseaux fonctionnels ou animés, trains à vapeur à grandes échelles.
Musée unique en France, qui reconstitue avec plus de 4.000 pièces de collection et 400 mètres de voies, l'histoire du chemin de fer. Les collections permanentes relèvent de : Technique et industrie. Pour s'y rendre : 4 place Jeanne d'Arc, Rambouillet.
L'établissement a été fondé en 1984. Consultez le site du musée : www.rambolitrain.com/. Par téléphone : 01 75 03 44 60.
History
Don de Monsieur Jacques Visbecq, en 1984, possesseur d'une importante collection de trains-jouets et maquettes regroupant quelques 4.000 pièces. Il permet ainsi la création, la même année, du musée du train jouet de Rambouillet
Collection highlights
L'originalité du musée réside dans la présence simultanée de trains-jouets 1880 - 1950, de modèles réduits, réseaux fonctionnels ou animés, trains à vapeur à grandes échelles.
Musée unique en France, qui reconstitue avec plus de 4.000 pièces de collection et 400 mètres de voies, l'histoire du chemin de fer.
Notable figures associated with the museum
Jacques Visbecq
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Autre(s), (train-jouet, maquettes . Histoire du train-jouet et de la maquette.),
Museums nearby
Museum presentation
Situated in Rambouillet, in the heart of the Yvelines department, musée Rambolitrain holds the « Musée de France » label granted by the Ministry of Culture.
This institution fulfills a public service mission by making its collections accessible to the widest possible audience and contributing to the artistic and cultural education of the territory.
Collections and fields
musée Rambolitrain preserves collections spanning several fields: Technique et industrie. This diversity allows visitors to explore different facets of the heritage, from ancient art to more recent creations, from everyday objects to exceptional pieces.
The collections inventory is regularly updated in accordance with the requirements of the « Musée de France » label.
Practical information
musée Rambolitrain is located at 4 place Jeanne d'Arc, 78120 Rambouillet. Opening hours and admission fees may vary depending on the season. It is recommended to contact the museum directly or check its official website before your visit.
The institution may offer guided tours, educational workshops, and events for all audiences.
The museum and its territory
musée Rambolitrain is part of the cultural landscape of Rambouillet and, more broadly, of the Yvelines department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Rambouillet allows you to combine discovering the museum with exploring the architectural and natural heritage of the area.
The 'Museum of France' label
The « Musée de France » label is governed by the law of January 4, 2002, on museums in France.
It is awarded to museums whose collections are of public interest and that commit to meeting obligations regarding conservation, restoration, inventory, and accessibility. musée Rambolitrain meets these requirements and thus ensures the preservation of its collections for future generations.
Data sources
The information presented on this page comes from the Muséofile database of the Ministry of Culture, published on data.culture.gouv.fr under the Open License v2.0 (Etalab). The artworks associated with this museum come from the Joconde database. This data is updated regularly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
musée Rambolitrain is located in Rambouillet, in the Yvelines department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée Rambolitrain's collections are listed in the Culture Ministry's Museofile database. Visit the museum's page to see the themed areas covered by its collections.
Yes, musée Rambolitrain bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée Rambolitrain's works have been digitized and are accessible on our website via the Joconde database. The number of works available online may vary.
Opening hours vary according to the season and the day of the week. Contact the museum directly or visit its official website for current hours.
Prices depend on the institution. Many museums offer discounted rates and free admission for certain visitor categories.
Accessibility varies depending on the institution and the layout of the premises. Check with the museum before your visit to know about available accommodations.
Other labelled museums are located in Rambouillet or neighboring municipalities. Check the city or department page for the full museum offerings.
Many labelled museums offer guided tours, workshops, and activities. Contact the institution directly to find out about current programs.
The data comes from the Culture Ministry's Museofile database (data.culture.gouv.fr), distributed under the Open License v2.0.