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Our industrial, technical and scientific museums in Alsace

If you'd like to immerse yourself in the world of Alsace's industry, take a trip to the Cité du Train-Patrimoine SNCF. For two, one or all the family, retrace the history of France's railways through a unique collection of trains, locomotives and carriages! And for those who prefer cars, head for the Musée National de l'Automobile in Mulhouse. A must-see on any visit to Mulhouse, this museum houses the finest collection of cars in the world. More than 450 exceptional cars await you: open your eyes wide!

Want to learn something a little more technical? In Alsace, be sure to make a diversion to the Wesserling textile museum. This unique establishment lets you discover the trades of the textile industry from the end of the 18th century. Spinning, weaving, dyeing or engraving: immerse yourself in the world of textiles with a lively, authentic visit.

Who said science couldn't be fun? Certainly not Le Vaisseau in Strasbourg! From exhibitions to workshops, this science museum offers a host of activities to help you learn and have fun at the same time. It's the ideal activity for entertaining your little budding Einsteins!

Our museums dedicated to art and culture in Alsace

It's a well-known fact that art and culture go hand in hand in Alsace!

To fill your stay with cultural activities, don't miss a visit to the Écomusée d'Alsace. A veritable cultural hotspot, the museum takes you on a journey through the Alsace of yesteryear, with its typical half-timbered houses, traditional festivals and collection of artefacts. For 100% cultural immersion, opt for the museum's themed tours. Whether you're looking for a village fete or a tour of traditional tales and legends, either way you'll be in for a real treat!
There's only one step between arts and crafts. At the Écomusée d'Alsace, let yourself be seduced by themed tours throughout the year, with breathtaking demonstrations and interactive workshops. You're sure to fall in love with Alsace!

Art lovers beware! In Colmar, treat yourself to a guided tour of the Musée Unterlinden. With exhibitions of paintings, collections of sculptures and a space dedicated to the greatest artists, the museum traces the history of art from the Middle Ages to the present day. Or perhaps you'd prefer to go and meet the craftsmen at the Musée de La Seigneurie? Immerse yourself in Alsace's heritage and culture!

Our museums dedicated to gastronomy in Alsace

Want to combine culture and gourmet delights in Alsace? In Colmar, the Choco Story museum offers you a day full of sweetness (and flavour). On the programme: a visit to the museum and a chocolate workshop with a master chocolatier. From growing cocoa trees to making your own chocolate bar, find out everything there is to know about the world of chocolate. In Alsace, gourmets can also indulge in a unique tasting experience at the Musée des Secrets du Chocolat in Strasbourg. The all-you-can-eat buffet will delight the taste buds of the whole family!

It's impossible to talk about gastronomy in Alsace without mentioning cheese! Starting with Munster, the region's flagship speciality. To find out all about how it's made, the Vallée de Munster invites you to visit the Maison du Fromage museum. Take a tour and retrace the gourmet stages in the creation of this delicious product. What's on offer? A guided cheese tasting and an explosion of flavours in your mouth!

To accompany this tasting, don't miss an immersion in the typical drinks of Alsace, starting with a guided tour of the Brasserie du Pays Welche. This is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the art of traditional brewing and enjoy a delicious homemade beer*! Alsace, a wine-growing region, reveals all its secrets at the Musée du Vignoble et des Vins d'Alsace in Colmar. And don't miss the Musée des Eaux de Vie. Dedicated to the art of distillation in Alsace, this place promises a memorable visit.

Our museums dedicated to crafts and history in Alsace

Alsace's heritage is synonymous with traditional skills. From Strasbourg to Colmar, the region is bursting with places dedicated to crafts, starting with the Musée des Métiers du Bois. Take a guided tour of the museum and learn all there is to know about woodworking. With its collection of period tools and amusing anecdotes, it's the perfect family outing!

Looking for a refined visit? Dive into the world of the Musée Lalique and retrace the history of the House of Lalique, a symbol of luxury made in France, and immerse yourself in the magic of crystal and glassmaking in Alsace.

Want to retrace history with a capital H in Alsace? For an unusual immersion into the heart of the First World War, visit the Musée Mémorial du Linge. One thing leading to another, your visit immerses you in the logistics of war and lets you discover the uniforms worn by the soldiers. Or perhaps you'd prefer to learn more about the unusual history of Alsace? From the Second World War to European integration, the Alsace-Moselle Memorial is the place to be.

: Alsace is in north-east France. It is made up of Haut-Rhin and Bas-Rhin, and includes several of France's major cities, such as Strasbourg, its capital, Mulhouse and Colmar.

: From the Écomusée in Ungersheim to the Musée Alsacien in Strasbourg, Alsace has a wealth of museums to explore. With art exhibitions, history collections and places dedicated to heritage, there's no better reason to get your fill of culture in Alsace.

Discover our ideas of museums to visit in Alsace:

- Musée Alsacien (Strasbourg), museum of popular arts and traditions
- Écomusée d'Alsace (Ungersheim), France's largest open-air museum
- Musée Unterlinden (Colmar), a museum dedicated to art and history
- Cité du Train - SNCF Heritage, the largest railway museum in France and Europe
- Musée Lalique, dedicated to the master glassmaker René Lalique
- Mémorial Alsace-Moselle, a museum dedicated to the history of Alsace and Moselle

: Whether you're on a romantic break, with friends or family, make the most of a stay in Strasbourg to discover the cultural and historical treasures of the capital of Alsace. We'll guide you!

Here are a few ideas for things to do in Strasbourg:

- Stroll through the typical streets of Petite France on Strasbourg's Grande Île (a UNESCO World Heritage site )
- Visit the Musée Alsacien and discover Alsace's heritage
- Climb to the top of Notre Dame Cathedral to admire the view
- Lunch in the Parc de l'Orangerie
- Visit the European Parliament and its hemicycle
- Take a boat trip on the Rhine
- See the splendid Vauban Dam and covered bridges

: Nicknamed the "capital of Alsace wines", Colmar is a cultural stopover par excellence! With the family, as a couple or on your own, alternate between visits to the great outdoors and visits to museums in Colmar.

Here are a few ideas for things to do in Colmar:

- Refine your knowledge of art at the Musée Unterlinden
- Stroll through the picturesque district of Little Venice
- Marvel at the collegiate church of Saint-Martin, a major work of Gothic architecture in Alsace
- Wander through the colourful half-timbered houses

: Visiting Alsace? Don't miss out on the city of Mulhouse, a veritable open-air museum that's sure to capture the hearts of culture lovers - and then some!

Here are a few ideas for things to do in Mulhouse:

- Stroll around the Place de la Réunion, with the town hall in the background
- Admire the panoramic view over the city from the Bollwerk tower and the Europe tower
- Visit the Musée National de l'Automobile to discover an impressive collection of classic cars
- Explore the Cité du Train - SNCF heritage site and immerse yourself in the heritage and history of the railways

: To make sure everything goes as smoothly as possible, we advise you to book your visit to a museum in Alsace online in advance. Especially if you opt for guided tours and other activities such as art workshops or special events at popular museums in Alsace, such as the Écomusée or Musée Unterlinden in Colmar.