Top Things to do in Alsace
The 10 Best Museums in Alsace, Grand Est
Discover the best top things to do in Alsace, France including Fort De Schoenenbourg, Musee Alsacien, Musee de l'OEuvre Notre-Dame, Musee Unterlinden, Ancien camp de concentration de Natzweiler-Struthof, Cite de l'Automobile, Cite du Train - Patrimoine SNCF, Musee du Memorial des Combats de la Poche de Colmar, Musee historique de la Ville de Strasbourg, Lalique Museum.
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1. Fort De Schoenenbourg
2. Musee Alsacien
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,267 reviews
This museum explores the historic culture of Strasbourg and the rest of Alsace through exhibits of clothing and other household artifacts.
Reviewed By ALLISONMidland
This was a great museum to show example of the Alsacien area and period. The exhibits brought to life the life-style and daily activities of the people in a real life setting. A very worth while museum and worth a visit for sure!
3. Musee de l'OEuvre Notre-Dame
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 419 reviews
An art museum with a sampling of regional work completed between the 11th and 17th centuries.
Reviewed By ChrisL872 - Niles, United States
This is a very complete artistic history of the area and especially the local cathedral. Items date back 800-900 years and range from statuary to paintings to tapestries to gold and silver accessories. Plus much more. Multiple levels in the building, so plan to spend some time here. Easy to find as it is near the cathedral. Admission is low and for seniors (60 or over) it is cut in half.
4. Musee Unterlinden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,605 reviews
Vast collection of paintings and sculptures features the Retable d'Issenheim (Issenheim Altarpiece,) considered to be the most important piece of art in the museum.
Reviewed By 922sirins - Kyrenia, Cyprus
It was used as a Monastery in 13AD when constructed. Later on in 19AD turned into a Museum as a Romanesque -Gothic syle. Nowadays you can see the paintings remaining from Medieval time. Artists such as Monet, Dubuffet and picasso paintings are also exhebited. Intereting place to see.
5. Ancien camp de concentration de Natzweiler-Struthof
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 696 reviews
Site officiel de l'ancien camp de concentration de Natzweiler-Struthof, le seul camp nazi sur le territoire français, alors en Alsace annexée
Reviewed By Titch-the-Witch - Romanel, Switzerland
This is a beautiful location with a horrific history. I think this is one of the lesser known concentration camps but it is worth a visit. It is set on a fairly steep slope which was an additional problem for those interned here. There is a film in the main building as well as information about other camps. On the site itself there are only a few barracks left, including one used for "experiments" on the prisoners where there is also a gas chamber and a cremation oven. Off the main site there is another gas chamber in what used to be a hall used for parties. It is thought-provoking and shocking that over 20,000 people perished here. I don't consider this would be a suitable visit for younger children.
6. Cite de l'Automobile
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,723 reviews
With 400 vehicles on show, the Schlumpf Collection is certainly the most prestigious collection in the world. This is demonstrated by the two Bugatti Royales, including the famous Coupé Napoléon, the 150 Bugatti, Hispano-Suiza, Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, Maserati, Maybach, Mercedes models, etc. From the first car, a Panhard-Levassor from 1894, to the present day, the Cité de l'Automobile brings the saga of the automobile to life. A living history as visitors can start a vintage car with a crank.
Reviewed By U5740AYdavidj
With over 400 vehicles in sparkling condition , it is said to be the largest auto museum in the world , a real must see if you are anything of a car enthusiast , impossible to do it full justice in one visit . Only one criticism , it is heavily slanted to French makes , particularly Bugatti’s , and you have to search very hard to find he odd Bentley , Jag , or Aston Martin .
7. Cite du Train - Patrimoine SNCF
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,614 reviews
Visit the Cité du Train in Mulhouse and discover two centuries of history and the largest railway museum in Europe spread over 60,000 m². At the heart of SNCF heritage, the Cité du Train takes you back to France’s great railway adventure, from its origins in 1827 to the present day. • The Scenic Route: 27 items based on 6 themes in the spectacular atmosphere of a movie set. • The Platforms of History: 64 items of railway equipment retracing the chronology of the railways in France. • Railway Panorama: exhibition and outdoor activity area with a breathtaking view of modern trains circulating.
Reviewed By Mrsdibble - Athens, Greece
Beautifully displayed selection of all eras of locomotives. From the earliest steam to modern day 500kph electrics. Trains from French Emperors and Présidents and everything in between. Also the biggest and most detailed model train set - over 12 meters long. A sight to behold. Original film and video displays and antique carriages decorated and set up in their original style- when 1st Class was fitted with armchairs. Those were the days!
8. Musee du Memorial des Combats de la Poche de Colmar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By 476jael - Long Island, United States
During our Viking River Cruise’ “Rhine Getaway” journey, our ship docked at Breisach. We then took a ship’s shore excursion to visit “Musee du Memorial des Combats de la Poche de Colmar”. The museum had excellent exhibits, showing the history of the fierce battles between the advancing American & French armies and the defending German army from December 1944 to February 1945 when American & French armies liberated the Colmar Pocket. Upon entering the museum gate, we were met by an artillery piece in a nice courtyard. We then walked to the wall with a plaque, commemorating the 50 the anniversary of the liberation of Turckheim Village by French Army 1st Battalion and U.S. Army 112th Regiment/28th Division. After hearing our excellent tour guide’s concise and precise briefing of the history of the Battle of Colmar Pocket, we entered the museum building. There, we were greeted by surprisingly elaborate exhibits of weapons and equipments used by the armies on both sides. We were even more impressed by the exhibits of strikingly realistic replicas of American and German soliders in their battle situations, which brought the entire exhibits to life. Just by looking at the solmn faces of those soldiers on exhibits, we could feel their tension, anxiety, determination and perseverance. We were tremendously moved by the exhibits which were even more effective in history telling than many well-versed history tellers. This museum is a must visit place during a visit to Colmar area.
9. Musee historique de la Ville de Strasbourg
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 584 reviews
Reviewed By schvitzNewYorkCity - New York City, United States
And it IS an interesting story. We knew nothing of the city's history other than it came French at some point. This nicely organized museum puts meat on that bone. Strasbourg's history as a free city, effectively a republic, until Louis XIV made it French, is a remarkable story. Definitely worth a visit.
10. Lalique Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 569 reviews
A jeweller of exceptional gifts and an immense master glassmaker, René Lalique is one of the great artists of Art Nouveau and Art Deco. For 100 years, Lalique creations have been produced at Wingen-sur-Moder inAlsace. It is in this region, with its great glassmaking tradition, that the Musée Lalique has opened, a place to celebrate the memory of the artist and his heirs, worthy of their genius and influence.Unique in Europe and deeply rooted in its history.
Reviewed By joalexparis
What a wonderful time we had at the Lalique museum. The Lalique story is told with much intrigue and the museum is home to a wonderfully rich collection of Lalique designs, telling the story of the brand throughout the years and in its historical context. The audio guide was very informative and the children enjoyed the activities which were carefully designed with them in mind to ensure everyone enjoyed the visit. We loved the garden and the carefully curated flora which inspired Lalique's work. The staff were extremely accommodating. We were there on a Monday and sadly missed enjoying the Lalique café which is closed on Mondays. The museum boutique was delightful and their contemporary jewelry collection well-represented. The museum was a true 'bijou' and a not to be missed family experience if you are in the area!
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