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The Old Customs Recruits! (FR)

The customs officer is retiring but no one to take over... We are counting on you to help us recruit! We count on you to answer the recruitment!

Nostalgic, the last gabelou will not fail to share his anecdotes and his funny and unusual stories about the history of the border. Pig, sausage, cheese... everything has been there! But to train new customs officers to fulfil their mission, there is nothing like practice to put you to the test! But don't count on him to entrust the brigade to just anyone: he has a few challenges in store to test your skills!
Will you earn your rank as a customs officer?

Useful information

Opening dates

From 06/07 to 23/08/2026 on Thursday between 2 pm and 4 pm.

Cancelled in case of bad weather.

Prices

One price: 5 €.

Free entry for children under 6.

Access

Cancelled in case of bad weather.
As the activity takes place outdoors, please bring a hat or cap and walking shoes.

À partir de

6 ans

  • 09 /07

  • 6 July

    Châtel

    14h00

La Vieille Douane
1277, route de Vonnes
74390 Châtel

Itinerary

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Châtel to the sound of bells (FR)

Awaken your senses on a fun, interactive tour of Châtel's heritage.
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Guided tour of the Old Customs House

Let us tell you about the sometimes incredible adventures of the customs officers and smugglers of yesteryear.
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Secret operations at the Old Customs House (FR)

Games and challenges to be solved as a family! Shh! Shh! Strange things are happening behind the gate of the Old Customs House... Your family will have to slip into the shoes of the smuggler or "gabelou" who once fought on the border.