Originally a 13-th century Dominican convent and later a public baths building, the Unterlinden…read moreMuseum has a tremendous collection of international and local artifacts and relics that date back to prehistoric times. The museum was established in 1849 and opened to the general public in 1853. Sculptures, artworks and the amazing Isenheim Altarpiece by Matthias Grünewald (sculpted and painted in 1512-1516). So many more medieval and historic items to see. Expect your tour to take at least two hours and if it's cold, keep your coat on. Much of the museum is not air conditioned or heated but there are WCs throughout. [Review 21176 overall - 95 in France - 139 of 2024.]

This museum has a beautiful collection of art. Most impressive (to me!) are the wooden panels that…read morewere behind the alter in the chapel. The Audioguides are 2 euros per person and are very much worth purchasing. Tip: You can buy a Colmar pass across the plaza at the Visitor Center for about 30 euros per person which gets you into all the museums (except the chocolate factory) as well as the train and boat tours. Worth it if you are visiting for more than one day!

According to multiple sources, this is the largest automobile collection in the world. I don't know…read moreabout that (the Ford in Dearborn, the Volo in Illinois, the Technik in Sinsheim and the National Auto Museum in Reno seem larger - see https://www.yelp.com/collection/0cY-NQxr4PY3Wntj3uA-xw). This is certainly the largest collection of pre-1900's and pre-1920's. Starting with a display of hood ornaments and then continuing with cars throughout the years, this is a massive exhibit. An 1894 Panhard-Levassor, 1898 Peugeot, 1930 Maserati Biplace Sport Type 2000, 1936 Mercedes-Benz Type 500K, 1930 Bugatti Roaster Type 43A, 1934 Citroen 7-A Berline, 1942 Arzens L'Oeuf Biplace, 1986 Trabant, 1913 Violet-Bogey Torpedo Type A. So many more. Ferrari, Aston-Martin, Alfa-Romeo, Renault. Coupes and sedans and racecars (open wheel, closed wheel, F1). It is a half day at least. Plan ahead with snacks and a full battery on your phone. The museum is a short walk from the tram station which in turn is a few stops from the Mulhouse railway station. It's easy to access if you are in the Alsace region. Don't miss out! [Review 21195 overall - 113 in France - 159 of 2024.]

While in France, my partner wanted to see the car museum in Mulhouse and didn't disappoint as car…read moreenthusiast like himself. The train tickets were booked the day before. Being it was almost a 4 hour ride to the Alsace Lorraine region (northeast of France), we went 1st class which was smooth, quiet and prompt. Being in that class, free wifi was offered but didn't work the entire trip. The museum collection was once the pride and joy of two brothers, one of whom was totally obsessed with cars. They were known as the Schlumpf Brothers, Hans and Fritz. They founded a successful wool company in Mulhouse and began buying vintage cars in 1957. There are more than 450 cars in the collection. The vast majority of them date from the first days of car production to the 1970s. More recent additions include a series of grand prix racing cars. The most expensive, a Bugatti Royale, one of only six in the world, just doesn't have a price tag. From end March to beginning of November, you can drive on the track. You can actually pick from a selection of awesome cars. It does cost extra to do this (from 40 euros) . Cité de L'Automobile Musée was extraordinary, extravagant and extremely fascinating to everyone but especially those who are into cars.

From the owner: Un magnifique aquarium Ce jardin est fait d'allées sinueuses qui serpentent autour des bassins, des…read morerosiers et des collections de plantes très prisées au début du siècle, qui permettent de retrouver l'ambiance de "l'Ecole de Nancy". Il possède un aquarium classé monument historique.

Un village d'Alsace reconstitué et qui permet de voir à quoi ressemblait le quotidien de nos…read moreancêtres. Différents corps de métiers proposent par ailleurs des reconstitutions, nous voyons ainsi comment travaillaient le barbier et le forgeron par exemple. La balade est très agréable, on flâne dans les rues du village ou des animations sont prévues tout au long de la journée. Des animaux de ferme complètent la visite. Mention spéciale pour le gros bouc barbu qui nous a beaucoup plu!

From the owner: Véritable village alsacien fidèlement reconstitué Voir, sentir, toucher, comprendre, découvrir,…read moregoûter, voilà ce que propose ce musée. Vous serez transporté dans la vie Alsacienne aux époques passées. Les maisons à colombages n'auront plus aucun secret pour vous, ce qui permet de voyager dans l'univers des métiers et des artisans depuis le XVIème siècle. Les vieilles habitudes et coutumes sont réemployées, comme par exemple, le temps de la fabrication d'un pain. Ce musée mémoire réconcilie avec le passé et on peut même y coucher ou se restaurer sur place. Ceux qui ont oublié les saisons et les vieilles saveurs sont certains de les retrouver.

This is a great first thing to do. 3 floors of Art. Many styles. They offered a discount due to…read moreour advanced age We took it ..

From the owner: Arts majeurs La rénovation du Musée (1999) a réussi puisque d'un endroit vieillot est né un havre…read mored'espace et de lumière, comme un jardin dans lequel on se promène en empruntant des chemins détournés, en revenant sur nos pas pour mieux apprécier ce que l'on vient de voir, en se laissant guider par notre propre instinct qui nous conduit ici chez les maîtres flamands, là en pleine Renaissance italienne. On peut à loisir s'asseoir directement sur le sol ou emprunter les nombreux sièges et banquettes mis à disposition. Les salles ont été conçues dans des couleurs différentes qui rompent la monotonie de la promenade et révèlent les oeuvres exposées. Et partout la lumière vient s'infiltrer et augmente l'agréable sensation d'espace. Ce musée où sont conservées des oeuvres magistrales telle la Transfiguration de Rubens -un tableau immense de 30 mètres carrés de surface-, la Bataille de Nancy vue par Delacroix ou les impressionnantes scènes peintes par Emile Friand recèle des multitudes de

Nice experience!…read more Entry is uncomplicated and lockers are provided for large bags/purses. Bathrooms are easily accessible. There's also a restaurant on the premises, which is really convenient. Great place to visit, especially if you're an art lover.

"Give me a museum and I'll fill it." -Pablo Picasso…read more It took a bit to find the galleries that I wanted but once there, wow. This is the art I love to see - impressionists galore! On a Tuesday morning, it was pretty quiet without schoolkids or large groups. There was nothing distracting me from enjoying the art. The exhibit of existentialist Bernard Buffet works was magnificent with a number of his pieces. Andy Warhol considered Buffet the "last great artist of Paris." Beyond that, Cy Twombly, Edgar Degas. Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot, Paul Cézanne, Vincent Van Gogh (I've never seen "Marguerite Gachet at the Piano" before and the "Self-Portrait with a Japanese Print" was amazing) , Claude Monet, Piet Mondrian, Marc Chagall, Paul Klee, Henri Matisse (paintings *and* sculpture!), Alexej Von Jawlensky's "Self-portrait") and more. What museum would be complete without works by Pablo Picasso and Alexander Calder and Salvador Dali? So much to see, so much to enjoy, so much to appreciate. It is one of the greatest art museums in Switzerland and I had a tremendous visit. Gift shop has lots to purchase but the prices for even the smallest prints are very high. I didn't even get a postcard today. [Review 21230 overall - 78 in Switzerland - 195 of 2024.]

From the owner: L'Art Nouveau nancéien C'est sans conteste le plus étrange musée de Nancy. Dans l'ancienne…read morepropriété du plus important mécène et collectionneur de l'École de Nancy, Jean-Baptiste Eugène Corbin, sur deux impressionnants niveaux, on découvre une grande partie des réalisations des artistes Art nouveau, fondateurs de cette école de Nancy qui allait briller entre la moitié du XIXe et le début du XXe siècle. Emile Gallé disait : "Ma racine est au fond des bois". Vous pouvez y découvrir, dans cette atmosphère 1900, du mobilier, des verreries, des céramiques, des objets d'art... d'époque. Une grande variété fait la richesse de ce lieu. N'oubliez pas de passer par le jardin, sa porte en chêne, son monument funéraire et son pavillon aquarium.Il propose, de plus, de nombreuses variétés végétales conçues par les horticulteurs nancéiens contemporains de l'Ecole de Nancy (Félix Crousse, Victor Lemoine).