Musée du temps
Besançon · Doubs · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
This place took part in the 2026 European Heritage Days (18–20 September).
The Museum of Time in Besançon is dedicated to the history and watchmaking. Located in the Doubs in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, it houses remarkable collections including an astronomical clock with automata created by Amédée Bernardi between 1929 and 1949, known as the Pau Clock. The museum offers varied educational activities for all audiences: creative workshops, guided tours, family visits and lectures. It is part of a group of museums in Besançon and maintains regular cultural programming including thematic evening events and participation in events such as the European Night of Museums.
Practical information
Opening hours
Today · 09:00–16:00
See the rest of the week
- Monday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 09:00–16:00
- Thursday
- 09:00–16:00
- Friday
- 09:00–16:00
- Saturday
- 09:00–16:00
- Sunday
- 09:00–16:00
Hours may vary by season. See current hours →
Address
96 Grande Rue, 25000 Besançon, France
Phone number
03 81 87 81 61Official website
mdt.besancon.frGoogle Maps
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Nearest station
About 10 min walk from tram Chamars.
Parking
On-site parking.
Distances and times calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors data · calculated on 2 September 2026
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Galleries nearby: Galerie Bertrand Hassoun (110 m), Galerie Médicis (240 m), Galerie Keller (280 m).
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