About
The Palais Lumière was opened in 2006 after two years of renovation work. This former spa establishment from 1903 to 1984 has kept all its splendor and is now a cultural and congress center.
Inaugurated in August 1902, the hydrotherapy institute was then considered a model of its kind. Open from May 15 to October 15, it can administer 1,200 treatments per day: baths, showers, massages, electrical and mechanical treatments. The architect Ernest Brunnarius designed a building of imposing dimensions (68 m by 25 m), surmounted by a dome of more than 30 m on a square base. Along the facade partially clad in earthenware, the ramps lead to a monumental entrance framed by bell towers. Under the porch, two paintings by Jean Benderly illustrate the theme of water. Listed as a Historic Monument, the building underwent a major renovation between 2004 and 2006. Renamed "Palais Lumière", it now houses a media library, exhibition halls and a convention centre.
The Palais Lumière will host :
- From the 1st of July to November 5 2023 : "Man Ray, 1890-1976, Maître des Lumières ".
Guided tour of the exhibition at 14:30 (in French)
Discovery tour for children (- 12 years) accompanied by their parents every Wednesday at 4pm (6,50 € for the accompanying parent).
Little game of the Light Palace for 6-12 years: a booklet to visit the exhibition in a playful way is available at the reception.
Special provisions covid 19
Mandatory health pass and mask.
Path traced on the ground and hydro-alcoholic gel at the disposal of the customers.
Reception of people with disabilities
- Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
- Reserved space 330 cm wide < 100 m from the site
- Lift (80 x 130 cm) and door >= 77 cm
Auditif :
For the hearing impaired : audioguides in French and English to visit the exhibition. Price: 4 €.
Mental :
All the staff are trained to meet the needs of visitors with disabilities. The Palais Lumière offers adapted tours on Wednesday and Thursday mornings on request.
Moteur :
Access to the exhibition from the Palais Lumière shop. Door located behind the Palais Lumière (rue du port). Elevator to access the two floors of the exhibition. Toilets to PMR standards. Suitable parking space nearby.
Services & Equipment
- Parking
Opening
From 01/07 to 05/11/2023, daily between 10 am and 6 pm.
Monday, Tuesday from 2 pm to 6 pm
Open Tuesday morning during school holidays.
Guided tours every day at 2:30
Palais Lumière shop open every day from 11am to 5.30pm.
Night of the museums: Saturday 15 May (night until 10 pm).
Informations
Number of meeting rooms equipped : 10
Meeting room
Room : Auditorium
Maximum capacity : 375
Room : Cordeliers
Maximum capacity : 80
Area : 96 m²
Room : Cachat
Maximum capacity : 80
Room : Châtelet
Maximum capacity : 66
Area : 78 m²
Room : Les Ducs
Maximum capacity : 66
Area : 78 m²
Room : Templiers
Maximum capacity : 50
Area : 68 m²
Room : Graziella
Maximum capacity : 46
Area : 65 m²
Room : Preciosa
Maximum capacity : 30
Area : 32 m²
Room : Bonnevie
Maximum capacity : 30
Area : 32 m²
Room : Salon Clermont
Maximum capacity : 25
Area : 36 m²
Room : Salon Manon
Maximum capacity : 25
Area : 36 m²
Rates
Adult: 6.50 to 8.50 € (Entrance fee: 8,50 €.
Guided tour : 12,50 €.
Reduced rate: 6,50 € (groups min 10 people, job seekers, disabled people, large families, GIA card, partner hotels and residences, Pass Léman)).
Free entry for children < 16 years.
Groups
Maximum number of persons : 370
Spoken languages
- English
- French
Downloads
Booking
To discover
The Brunnarius centre
Located behind the Palais Lumière, this 700-m² conference centre is suited to hosting lunches and dinners (500 people), receptions, exhibitions, etc. It is provided with an equipped kitchen for caterers, as well as cloakrooms and toilets.
Media Library Ramuz
On three levels, Evian library offer more than 26000 books, 5900 and 2200 films. On the ground, a press room with magazines and newspapers.
The Palais Lumière congress area
Ideally located facing the lake, the Palais Lumière offers quality meeting areas suited to all types of conferences, conventions, seminars, etc.
Evian les Bains
Located in the north of Haute-Savoie, with the dramatic Alps on one side and the gentle waters of Lake Geneva on the other, the elegant town of Evian is world-renowned.
Groups visit : Funicular with Ca-Chat
Travel by funicular to Evian-les-Bains for a first discovery at the history of hydrotherapy in this city. The guide of the day: Ca-Chat, cuddly toy cat, great expert of the place.
Group visite : "Se faire passer un savon"
Visit to the heart of a village to discover an element of small heritage: the wash basin. The children try their hand at washing clothes as before.