Maison natale de Louis Braille

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Maison 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 80

Official website

museelouisbraille.com

Getting there

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

Galleries nearby: Jack Kirby Legacy Gallery (2.7 km), galerie tibay (6.3 km), Galerie de Crécy (9.6 km).

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