Osmothèque, Versailles

Name: Osmothèque
Address: 36 Rue du Parc de Clagny, Versailles, 78000, France
Telephone: +33 1 39 55 46 99

#27 among attractions in Versailles

Museum, Classes and workshops, Specialty museum, Art museum

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The Osmothèque is the world's largest scent archive, a leading international research institution tracing the history of perfumery, based in Versailles with conference centers in New York City and Paris. Founded in 1990 by Jean Kerléo and other senior perfumers including Jean-Claude Ellena and Guy Robert, the Osmothèque is internationally responsible for the authentication, registration, preservation, documentation and reproduction of thousands of perfumes gathered from the past two millennia, archived at the Osmothèque repository and consultable by the public. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°49'2"N, 2°8'30"E

Address

36 Rue du Parc de ClagnyClagny - Glatigny (Glatigny)Versailles 78000 France

Contact

+33 1 39 55 46 99

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Osmothèque – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Appartement du roi, Chapelle Royale, Royal Opera of Versailles, Musée Lambinet.

1.3 miSW
Baroque architecture, Museum, Art museum
Appartement du roi, Versailles
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1.2 miSW
Lavish 2-level palatine chapel
Chapelle Royale, Versailles
32 min walk • The Chapelle Royale, nestled in the heart of the city of Versailles, is a church of both historical significance and architectural grandeur. Standing within the confines of the Palace of Versailles, this chapel is an epitome of French classical art and a testament...
1.2 miSW
Music and ballet in an elegant hall
Royal Opera of Versailles, Versailles
30 min walk • Nestled within the grandeur of the Palace of Versailles, the Royal Opera of Versailles stands as a magnificent testament to the opulence of French classical architecture and the enduring allure of high-caliber musical performances.
0.8 miSW
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Musée Lambinet, Versailles
20 min walk • The Musée Lambinet is a charming and historically rich museum nestled in the heart of Versailles, France. Housed in an elegant 18th-century townhouse, the museum offers a glimpse into the city's past, beyond the grandeur of the famous Château de Versailles.
1 miSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Théâtre Montansier, Versailles
26 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Versailles, a short stroll from the opulent Château de Versailles, lies the Théâtre Montansier. This historic theater, a beacon of cultural refinement, has been captivating audiences since its inauguration on November 18, 1777.
0.9 miSW
17th-century neoclassical cathedral
Church of Notre-Dame, Versailles
22 min walk • The Church of Notre-Dame is an emblematic religious site nestled in the heart of Versailles, France. This historic church, though less renowned than the grandiose Palace of Versailles, is a significant monument in its own right, offering visitors a glimpse into the...
1.3 miSW
Baroque architecture, Palace
Petit appartement du roi, Versailles
33 min walk • The petit appartement du roi of the Palace of Versailles is a suite of rooms used by Louis XIV, Louis XV, and Louis XVI. Located on the first floor of the palace, the rooms are found in the oldest part of the palace dating from the reign of Louis XIII.
0.5 miSW
Cemetery
Cemetery of Notre-Dame, Versailles
14 min walk • The Cemetery of Notre-Dame, Versailles, is a cemetery in Versailles, Yvelines, France, near the Palace of Versailles. It was established by the church and parish of Notre-Dame in 1777, and covers three hectares.
0.6 miS
Baroque architecture, Palace
Château de Clagny, Versailles
16 min walk • The Château de Clagny was a French country house that stood northeast of the Château de Versailles; it was designed by Jules Hardouin-Mansart for Madame de Montespan between 1674 and 1680. Although among the most important of the private residences designed by this great architect, it was demolished in 1769 after years of neglect.
1.2 miSW
Baroque architecture, Museum, Art museum
Salon d'Hercule, Versailles
32 min walk • The Salon d'Hercule is on the first floor of the Château de Versailles and connects the Royal Chapel in the North Wing of the château with the grand appartement du roi.
0.5 miSW
Synagogue
Versailles Synagogue, Versailles
14 min walk • The Versailles Synagogue is situated at 10, rue Albert Joly in Versailles in the Department of Yvelines. It is one of the oldest Synagogues in the Île-de-France.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Osmothèque?

Nearby attractions include Église Sainte-Jeanne-d'Arc, Versailles (12 min walk), Versailles Synagogue, Versailles (14 min walk), Cemetery of Notre-Dame, Versailles (14 min walk), Domaine national : Pavillon des Filtres, Versailles (16 min walk).

How to get to Osmothèque by public transport?

The nearest stations to Osmothèque:

Bus

Château de la Maye • Lines: 7 (2 min walk)
Place de la Paix • Lines: 7 (5 min walk)

Train

Versailles-Rive-Droite (16 min walk)
Montreuil (22 min walk)