Musée de l'Etrange
About This Museum
Tucked away on a quiet street in Serrières, the Musée de l'Etrange is a place that feels more like stepping into a private cabinet of curiosities than a formal museum. I spent an hour completely lost among the bizarre and beautiful artifacts, from alleged fairy wings preserved under glass to a collection of 'spirit' photographs that sent a genuine shiver down my spine. The air is thick with the scent of old wood and mystery, and the low lighting makes every shadow feel like it's hiding a secret. It’s an intimate, slightly unsettling, and utterly captivating experience you won't find anywhere else.
Collection Highlights
Don't miss the 'Hand of Glory' replica, a mummified human hand once used by thieves in folklore, or the delicate 'Fairy Skeleton' artfully arranged in a small display case. The walls are lined with vintage medical diagrams of mythical creatures and peculiar taxidermy that will have you questioning what's real.
Visitor Information
It's a small spot, so you don't need more than an hour or two. Be prepared for narrow corridors and dim lighting—it adds to the atmosphere but might not be for everyone. Check their social media for open hours as they can be quirky.
Architecture & Building
Housed in what feels like an old stone townhouse, with creaky wooden floors and low, beamed ceilings that make the whole experience feel wonderfully clandestine.
Contact & Location
Address: Musée de l'Étrange, Rue du Plat, Saint-Sornin, Serrières, Tournon-sur-Rhône, Ardèche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France métropolitaine, 07340, France
Phone: +33 7 62 46 86 39
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