Renoir Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away in the sun-drenched hills of Cagnes-sur-Mer, the Renoir Museum feels less like a formal institution and more like you've been welcomed into the artist's home—because you have. This was his final residence, where he lived and painted until his death in 1919, surrounded by the olive groves he loved to paint. Wandering through the intimate rooms, you can almost feel his presence, especially in the atelier where his original easel and paintbrushes sit waiting, as if he just stepped out for a moment. It’s a profoundly personal glimpse into the last chapter of a master's life.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the visit is seeing Renoir's personal atelier, preserved with his wheelchair, easel, and brushes exactly as he left them. Beyond that, several of his bronze sculptures and later paintings are displayed throughout the charmingly furnished drawing room and bedroom.
Visitor Information
It's located at 19 Chem. des Collettes in Cagnes-sur-Mer—definitely check their website for current opening times before you go. Don't forget to save some energy for a stroll through the gorgeous, terraced gardens; the views are stunning.
Architecture & Building
A lovely Provençal farmhouse, or 'mas,' with warm ochre walls and green shutters, nestled within a seven-acre estate of olive and citrus trees.
Contact & Location
Address: Musée Renoir, Chemin des Collettes, Cagnes-sur-Mer, Grasse, Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France métropolitaine, 06800, France
Phone: +33 4 93 20 61 07
Website: Visit Website
