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Figures & ThemesMaison natale de Louis Braille
Coupvray · Seine-et-Marne · Île-de-France
The birthplace of Louis Braille, located in Coupvray in Seine-et-Marne, is a museum that has been labeled since 2003. Classified among the Houses of Famous People, it is dedicated to the life and inventions of Louis Braille, creator of the tactile writing system that bears his name. The museum presents Louis Braille's writings, recreates his workshop with original tools, and traces the history of braille's precursors as well as its evolution to the present day. The site also includes a Garden of the Five Senses and offers educational workshops for families and school groups. Open Wednesday through Sunday, the museum welcomes visitors especially during events such as the European Night of Museums and the European Days of Art and Crafts.
Practical information
Opening hours
Today · 10:00–18:00
See the rest of the week
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 10:00–18:00
- Thursday
- 10:00–18:00
- Friday
- 10:00–18:00
- Saturday
- 10:00–18:00
Hours may vary by season. See current hours →
Address
13 Rue Louis Braille, 77700 Coupvray, France
Phone number
01 60 04 82 80Official website
museelouisbraille.comGoogle Maps
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Getting there
Nearest station
About 30 min walk from station Esbly (or 10 min by car).
City
15 min by car from Lagny-sur-Marne.
Nearest station
About 30 min walk from station Esbly (or 10 min by car).
Parking
On-site parking.
Reference city
15 min by car from Lagny-sur-Marne.
Distances and times calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors data · calculated on 2 September 2026
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