Musée de l'Œuvre-Notre-Dame
About This Museum
Tucked right next to the Strasbourg Cathedral, this museum feels like a backstage pass to the city's entire story. You start in the shadow of the cathedral's original sculptures, seeing how medieval artisans literally built a masterpiece, and then you wander through rooms that trace Strasbourg's evolution from a free imperial city all the way to the brink of revolution. It’s not just about art; it’s about the people, their politics, and their daily lives over centuries. The flow between rooms is so natural that you almost forget you're in a museum, feeling more like you're walking through different eras of a single, continuous history.
Collection Highlights
The absolute stars are the cathedral's original statues and stained glass, saved from the elements and displayed up-close where you can see every delicate detail. Don't miss the fascinating collection of medieval weapons and guild signs that give you a real sense of the city's powerful social structures.
Visitor Information
It's located at 3 Place du Château, basically in the cathedral's shadow, so you can't miss it. Honestly, buying a combined ticket with the cathedral tower climb is totally worth it for the full experience.
Architecture & Building
The museum is a beautiful patchwork of historic buildings, including part of the cathedral's old foundation house, so the architecture itself is a piece of the history it protects.
Contact & Location
Address: 3, Place du Château, La Petite France, Centre, Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin, Grand Est, France métropolitaine, 67065, France
Phone: +33 3 68 98 50 00
Website: Visit Website
