Musée des motos anciennes

A focused display of around 45 restored motorcycles from c.1903–1960, donated by collector Pierre Certain and housed near the Abbaye Royale de Celles‑sur‑Belle. The collection highlights French makes (Terrot) alongside British, German, Italian, Belgian and American brands.

The museum is managed with local enthusiasts and offers mostly self‑guided visits; group tours and a larger Solex/small‑capacity collection are available by reservation. Check the official site for seasonal opening dates and group booking details.

A compact museum showcasing early to mid‑20th century motorcycles with clear labeling of makes and dates.

Look out for:

• Rare early 1900s machines and interwar period models.

• French marques like Terrot plus British (BSA, Norton) and German (BMW, Zündapp) examples.

• The Michel Lopez Solex/small‑capacity collection (shown to groups ≥20 by reservation).

• Informal displays and local‑association information rather than a large modern exhibition design.

Best way to experience it:

Arrive after checking the museum’s seasonal calendar on the official site, allow 30–60 minutes for the main display, and phone or email ahead for group guided visits or to see the secondary collection.

• Adult admission is listed on the site (around €4); under‑18s are free.

• Opening dates and daily hours are seasonal—confirm on the museum website before visiting.

• The Michel Lopez collection is shown only to groups by reservation; contact the museum to arrange.

• The museum is managed by a local association; expect a small, specialist experience rather than large‑scale facilities.