Maison de l’Outil et de la Pensée Ouvrière (Museum of Tools)

Housed in the superb 16th-century Hôtel de Mauroy, the Maison de l'Outil et de la Pensée Ouvrière (House of Tools and Workers' Thought) displays thousands of hand tools, a testament to the craftsmanship of the Compagnons du Devoir.

Getting there

By train: Troyes station, a 10-minute walk into the historic centre.

History

Since 1974 this Renaissance building has been home to this unique collection assembled by the Compagnons, dedicated to skilled hands and work well done.

Culture & stories

More than 12,000 tools from the 17th to the 19th century, showcased by a carefully designed display; a rich library completes the visit.

Location