Museums

Maison Albert Londres

4.5(69 Google reviews)Vichy, Allier

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The birthplace of the star reporter considered the father of in-depth reporting. Manuscripts, first editions, the spirit of Albert Londres in the middle of Vichy.

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Albert Londres's birthplace in Vichy: manuscripts, first editions, and the prize that has borne his name since 1933.

Museum and study centre dedicated to the journalist Albert Londres (1884-1932), born in Vichy. Housed in the star reporter's birthplace on Rue Besse. Collections of personal objects, manuscripts, photos, first editions of his books (“Au bagne”, “Marseille porte du sud”). The Albert Londres Prize, created in 1932 and awarded for the first time the following year, still honours the best French-speaking reporters in the field every year, wherever in the world they work. The museum is open every day from 15:00 to 18:00 until 28 November 2026, for the length of the current exhibition. After that, hours and prices change, so check before you drop by. Allow 1 hour to 1 hour 30 for the visit.

Why we love it

  • The star reporter's manuscripts and first editions
  • The birthplace on Rue Besse, left as it was
  • The Albert Londres Prize, awarded every year since 1933

Top tip

Ask whether there is a guided tour on the day you visit. Can be combined with the Vichy Opera and the Parc des Sources for a day of Vichy heritage. Town centre 10 min on foot.

Before you go

  • Allow 1 hour to 1 hour 30 for the visit.
  • After 28 November 2026, the hours change: a phone call before you come will save you a closed door.
  • Ask whether there is a guided tour on the day you visit.
  • The town centre is 10 minutes away on foot: the house combines well with the Opera and the Parc des Sources.

Practical info

Address
1 Rue Besse, 03200 Vichy, France
03200 Vichy

Opening hours

  • Monday15h–18h
  • Tuesday15h–18h
  • Wednesday15h–18h
  • Thursday15h–18h
  • Friday15h–18h
  • Saturday15h–18h
  • Today15h–18h
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