Museum in France

Listed by UNESCO as a World Memory, this 70metre long treasure from the 11th century depicts the story of William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy and the lead up to his victory at the Battle of Hastings in 1066.. Audio guides and special commentary for children. Film. Museum equipped for the hard...

Bayeux was the first town to be liberated on 7th June 1944. The Battle of Normandy museum takes you through a chronological and themed journey using archive films and artifacts to explain the progress and issues encountered during the three months (7th Jun-29 Aug) when Europe's destiny was decided.

Unlike other museums, the crafts museum recreates the lost workshops of the wheelwright, carpenter, blacksmith, brass worker, shoemaker and many others: artisans who put their life into their work. A marvellous journey in to the past – immerse yourself in the realities and folklore of the past. ...

Immerse yourself in the fables and history of witchcraft. More than 1,200 m2 of sets and animations exploring successive periods of our history. Discover too our latest exhibition, from 2010 “Good Luck, Bad Luck”. Witches and wizards will hold no more secrets.

Established in 990, the Bourgueil Abbey had a wide-ranging influence up until the Revolution. From these important times remain: the clock movement dating from 1775, the monumental staircase from 1730. A former Benedictine abbey dating from 13th and 18th centuries. On 1st floor, the Museum of Pop...

The birthplace of Hector Berlioz reveals the outstanding personality of this great romantic composer. Audio guide, temporary exhibitions, auditorium, shop, garden. Open daily (except Tues) from 10am-12.30pm and from 1.30-6pm from Sept 1st to June 30th; from 10am-12.30pm and from 1.30-7pm from Jul...

At the heart the historic and artistic area of Revermont, Arbois welcomes you all year round. 14 communes make up this verdant countryside setting, inviting you to discover their wealth of wines, gastronomy and heritage: the Museum of the Vine and the Wines of the Jura, the House of Louis Pasteu...

A unique must-see on the tour “In the footsteps of the 1914-1918 Armies in Champagne” a place for contemplation and emotion, on the first floor of the Town Hall is the Franco-American remembrance room. Also unmissable - the 15th and 16th Century church, the headstones of lost villages, the Amer...

Opened in 1996, the Springs of Hercules museum displays a faithful reconstruction of the most important spa sanctuary dedicated to Hercules from Roman France times, using authentic statues of the sanctuary of Deneuvre. Over 400m² follow the trail of pilgrims who travelled to ask Hercules to answe...

In 1975 the association of “Friends of Vieux Guérigny”was founded following the closure of the “Chaussade Foundry” in 1971. Its goal was to preserve the memory of the industrial history of Guérigny and its surroundings. An exceptional industrial collection in a notable location. Rediscover 3 ce...

2,000 years of history and architecture. 40 km to the north of Paris, the royal town of Senlis retains exceptional architectural heritage in its ramparts: franco-roman walls, royal palace remains, Notre-Dame cathedral, gothic cellars, Saint-Vincent abbey, medieval fortifications and alleyways... ...

The Toy Museum was set up in the former public baths in 1992. Comprising the collection of Mr Guy Bonvalot, it showcases boys and girls toys, parlour and educational games from the 19th and 20th Centuries. Open Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays in June and September, daily in July and August,...

Built inside an authentic 19th Century lace-making factory, the International Centre of Lace-making and Fashion is much more than a mere museum. An outstanding complex, cultural, artistic and scientific crossroads, where centuries old crafts like the fabulous Calais lace are created before your v...

The history of paper takes you across time and continents. In the workshop where the paper is made you will feel the paddle wheel in motion and be able to make your own sheet of paper. The shop sells a variety of handmade items. You can also stroll along the river on a purpose-built path around ...

From 1889 this former grain hall has housed the jewel of Sélestat: the Humanist Library comprising the library from the town's École Latine and the private collection of Beatus Rhenanus, a local 'grand' humanist, bequeathed to the town in 1547. A history of books through the ages from 7th to 16th...

Linge is a battlefield from the Great War, where, in 1915, a particularly bloody confrontation took place from 20th July to 15th November (17,000 casualties) followed by trench warfare up to 11th November 1918. This memorial museum displays French and German artifacts found at the site: weapons,...

Discover the canal du Centre, onboard “7 locks 2000” on a return trip passing through locks now built on the former sites of seven locks. Commentary. Take advantage of our “on board meals” throughout the season. Finish your day with a visit to the Museum of the Canal (lock keeper's cottage, fo...

Welcome to the magic of melting metal! Since 1796, more than 120,000 bells have left the workshops of the Paccard foundry, no. 1 in the world for church bells and chimes. Programme: guided tours of the museum and the foundry, choral and chime concerts, potential to see ca...

Art in an exceptional setting in Barbizon, the village of painters. 50Km from Paris on the A6 motorway, Lyon direction. Theatre, music, arts and painting are on show. On display throughout the year. Sat/Sun, 10th/11th Sept 2011 – Village Fair “Art Fair act IV”.

Interesting for young and old, this museum with its military history, science and technology, its arts and traditions, mixed with human adventures, illustrates the history of colonial and marine adventurers, from Richelieu to the current day. Temporary exhibitions. Free entrance. Open every day ...