VISIT THE MUSÉE MARMOTTAN MONET

A showcase dedicated to Claude Monet and the Impressionists

Located in the 16ᵉ arrondissement of Paris, the Musée Marmottan Monet boasts the world's largest collection of works by Claude Monet, including the famous painting   Impression, rising sunwho gave his name to the Impressionist movement.

Why visit?

It's a must-see for lovers of Impressionism. It features paintings, drawings and sketches by Monet, as well as works by other great artists such as Renoir, Degas, Morisot and Sisley, and a major collection of medieval illuminations.

A brief history and anecdotes

Housed in a former hunting lodge, the museum was opened in 1934 thanks to a bequest from Paul Marmottan. The collections have grown over the years, thanks in particular to a gift from Michel Monet, the artist's son, in 1966. Today, it is a benchmark museum for Impressionism.

What can you do there?

- Admire the major paintings by Claude Monet
- Discover the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections
- Exploring medieval illumination
- Temporary exhibitions

Where is it?

📍 2 Rue Louis Boilly, 75016 Paris
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Practical advice

- Visit during the week to avoid the crowds
- Allow around 1h30 for the full tour
- Accessible by metro (line 9 - La Muette station)

To discover around

- Jardin du Ranelagh
- Bois de Boulogne
- House of Balzac
- Fondation Le Corbusier

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