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Musée départemental breton, Quimper

#3 among attractions in Quimper

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Musée départemental breton, Quimper

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The Breton departmental museum of Quimper, created in 1846 by the Archaeological Society of Finistère, is installed in the former palace of the bishops of Cornouaille, close to the Saint-Corentin cathedral. Defining itself as a "society museum", it presents the archaeology and arts of the Finistère department.

Coordinates: 47°59'43"N, 4°6'6"W
Address

1 rue du Roi GradlonQuimper 29000 France

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+33 2 98 95 07 40
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Opening hours
  1. Mondayclosed
  2. Tuesday9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  3. Wednesday9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  4. Thursday9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  5. Friday9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  6. Saturday2 pm - 5:30 pm
  7. Sunday2 pm - 5:30 pm
Local time: 00:00
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Musée départemental breton – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Quimper Cathedral, Musée des beaux-arts de Quimper, Faïencerie HB-Henriot, Le Quartier - Centre d'art contemporain.

  • quimper cathedral~150 ftNW
    Architecture, Church, Historical place

    Quimper Cathedral, Quimper

    1 min walk • Quimper Cathedral, officially known as the Cathedral of Saint Corentin of Quimper, is a stunning gothic masterpiece nestled in the heart of Quimper, France. This Roman Catholic cathedral is the seat of the Diocese of Quimper and is dedicated to the city's patron saint...

  • musee des beaux arts de quimper~370 ftNW
    Museum, Art museum

    Musée des beaux-arts de Quimper, Quimper

    2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Brittany, the Musée des beaux-arts de Quimper is a cultural gem waiting to be discovered. Situated in the picturesque city of Quimper, France, this museum is renowned for its impressive collection of fine arts spanning several centuries.

  • faiencerie hb henriot quimper location map
    0.6 miSW
    Shopping

    Faïencerie HB-Henriot, Quimper

    17 min walk • Quimper faience is produced in a factory near Quimper, in Brittany, France. Since 1708, Quimper faience has been painted by hand, and production continues to this day. The "Faïenceries de Quimper" were established in "Locmaria", the historical faience quarter of the city of Quimper, near the center.

  • le quartier centre dart contemporain quimper0.4 miW
    Museum, Art museum

    Le Quartier - Centre d'art contemporain, Quimper

    11 min walk • Le Quartier was a contemporary art center located in the country of Cornouaille in Quimper.

  • cornouaille quimper location map
    ~950 ftE
    Neighbourhood

    Cornouaille, Quimper

    5 min walk • Cornouaille is a historical region on the west coast of Brittany in West France. The name is cognate with Cornwall in neighbouring Great Britain.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Musée départemental breton open?

Musée départemental breton is open:
  • Monday closed
  • Tuesday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Friday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Saturday 2 pm - 5:30 pm
  • Sunday 2 pm - 5:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Musée départemental breton?

Nearby attractions include Quimper Cathedral, Quimper (1 min walk), Musée des beaux-arts de Quimper, Quimper (2 min walk), Cornouaille, Quimper (5 min walk), Le Quartier - Centre d'art contemporain, Quimper (11 min walk).

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