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Jouets Petitcollin, a renowned name in the world of French toys
Founded in Étain in 1860, Jouets Petitcollin is one of the most iconic names in the French toy-making tradition. Labelled a “Living Heritage Enterprise”, it uses traditional manufacturing techniques, unlike its competitors abroad. Many production stages are still carried out by hand.
Visiting the Jouets Petitcollin company and museum
On this guided tour, you’ll find out about the hundred-year-old manufacturing processes and the different production stages.
Then the visit goes to the heart of the museum, to immerse you in the world of Jouets Petitcollin. Thanks to a full museum redesign, step into the history of the brand, from the first baby doll in 1912 to models by major fashion designers.
Visiting the Jouets Petitcollin museum only
Discover the newly-redesigned museum collection displays with a guided tour. From the first creations in 1860 to models by major fashion designers, discover the whole history of this iconic French toy brand.
To finish your tour, watch a film showing the manufacturing stages of Petitcollin dolls.
Our sightseeing tours
There’s so much to discover with our selection of day tours. Combining food and exceptional presentation, they shed light on a rich and precious heritage.
Including:
- Braquier sugared almonds from Verdun
- Madeleines from Commercy
- Brewers from Lorraine
- Enamel from Longwy
- The company Bergère de France
- Glass arts from Vannes-Le-Chatel
- Nativity scene museum at Muzeray
Just ask which tours you’d like on your programme – includes lunch at restaurant.
Download the groups brochure here
Before you arrive
Length of visits
- Guided company tour and visit to museum: 2 hours
- Guided tour of museum only: 1 hour 30 mins
Visiting times and days
- Visits booked in advance:
- Company + museum: tours from Tuesday to Friday
- Museum only: tours from Tuesday to Sunday
- Closed annually from 24 December 2021 to 24 January 2022
Please note: last company tour on Friday 17 December 2021 - The museum and company are closed to visitors on public holidays.
Getting to Étain
The museum is at 2, Rue des Casernes in Étain (55400), near Étain station.
COVID information
Visits follow appropriate health advice respecting distancing measures.
Who to contact:
Stéphanie – call 03.29.87.79.42 – s.thevenin@pays-etain.fr
