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Strasbourg Museum of Fine Arts: A Journey Through European Painting

Explore masterpieces of European painting from the 14th to 19th centuries in Strasbourg's stunning Palais Rohan.

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Located in the Palais Rohan, the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Strasbourg offers a captivating journey through European painting from the 14th to the 19th centuries. The museum's collection includes works by masters such as Botticelli, Raphael, Rubens, and Delacroix.

A brief summary to Strasbourg Museum of Fine Arts

  • Monday 10 am-1 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am-1 pm
  • Thursday 10 am-1 pm
  • Friday 10 am-1 pm
  • Saturday 10 am-6 pm
  • Sunday 10 am-6 pm

Local tips

  • Visit on the first Sunday of the month for free admission.
  • Pick up a free "First Visit" booklet at the reception for a guided tour of key works.
  • Combine your visit with a trip to the neighboring Musée de l'Œuvre Notre-Dame to see Upper Rhenish art.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From Strasbourg Cathedral, walk south along Rue du Château, with the cathedral behind you. The Palais Rohan, and the Musée des Beaux-Arts within it, will be on your right, a short 2-minute walk. No costs involved.

  • Public Transport

    From the Strasbourg train station, take tram line A or D to the 'Homme de Fer' stop. From there, transfer to tram line A or D towards 'Etoile' and get off at the 'Porte de l'Hôpital' stop. Walk south on Rue du Château for about 5 minutes. The Palais Rohan will be on your left. A single tram ticket costs €1.90 and is valid for one hour, allowing transfers.

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The Musée des Beaux-Arts de Strasbourg, nestled within the opulent Palais Rohan, invites visitors to explore the rich tapestry of European painting from its beginnings to 1870. Founded in 1890, the museum's collection originated from expropriated church and cloister art during the French Revolution. The museum showcases a fascinating panorama of art history, featuring Italian and Flemish primitives like Giotto and Memling. Renaissance and Mannerism are represented by Botticelli, Raphael, and El Greco. The Baroque, Naturalism, and Classicism movements of the 17th and 18th centuries are displayed through works by Rubens, Vouet, and Goya. Finally, the 19th century comes alive with Delacroix, Corot, and Courbet. Noteworthy pieces include the iconic "Belle Strasbourgeoise" by Nicolas de Largillière , and paintings by Italian masters. The museum's collection has grown significantly over the years through acquisitions and generous donations from collectors. A visit offers a chronological immersion in the history of painting, making it accessible and engaging for all.

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