Musée des Beaux-Arts de Strasbourg
Museum Major museum housing European paintings and sculptures
Located on Strasbourg’s cathedral island, the Musée des Beaux-Arts displays European paintings and sculpture spanning the medieval period to the 20th century.
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The Musée des Beaux-Arts de Strasbourg is a major fine arts museum located in central Strasbourg and is housed within the Palais Rohan complex. It presents a comprehensive collection of European painting and sculpture spanning several centuries.
Galleries display works from the late medieval period through the 19th century, with holdings that include Italian, French, German and Flemish artists alongside regional Alsatian art. The museum arranges its collection chronologically and by school to show artistic development across Europe.
The Palais Rohan building and the museum’s galleries form an important cultural ensemble in Strasbourg’s historical center and are easily reached from the cathedral and other city landmarks.
The museum is located in central Strasbourg, in the Grand Est region of France, adjacent to the city’s historic core.
- Collection strengths: Housed in the historic Palais Rohan, the collection concentrates on European paintings and sculpture from the late Middle Ages through the 19th century, with strong regional representation.
How to Get to Musée des Beaux-Arts de Strasbourg #
The museum is adjacent to Strasbourg Cathedral in the city centre. From Gare Centrale it’s a 10-15 minute walk or a short tram ride (lines A, D to Langstross/Grand’Rue). The Palais Rohan is clearly signposted from the cathedral square.
Tips for Visiting Musée des Beaux-Arts de Strasbourg #
- Start on the top floor for a chronological walk that ends in the medieval and Renaissance highlights.
- Look for the Rembrandt-like use of light in several 16th-17th century paintings-gallery walls frame them intentionally.
- Buy a combined Palais Rohan ticket if planning to visit the archaeological or decorative arts sections too.
Best Time to Visit Musée des Beaux-Arts de Strasbourg #
Weekdays and mornings are best to avoid groups; pair a visit with the cathedral and a walk along the Ill river.
Weather & Climate near Musée des Beaux-Arts de Strasbourg #
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Strasbourg's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (753 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 94 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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