The Top 10 Things To Do And See In Limoges

We know Limoges for both its production of enamels on metal since the Middle Ages and its 19th Century porcelain production and tradition. However, the small city of Limoges in west-central France can offer more than its tradition in the artistic production of enamel to its visitors. A variety of interesting museums, imposing Cathedrals and Chappelle’s, romantic gardens and mysterious medieval passages wait for us to discover!

1. The Limoges Fine Arts Museum

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Located in the heart of the historical district of La Cité Saint-Etienne, The Limoges Fine Arts Museum challenges all its visitors to travel back to the 18th century. Built by Joseph Brousseau between 1766 and 1773 for the Bishop of Limoges, Louis-Charles Duplessis d’Argentré, the former Episcopal Palace has been occupied by the museum since 1912. The renovated old buildings and the modern constructed extensions complete the museum’s Neo-Classic design, creating the ideal background for its exquisite collections of Egyptian antiquities, Romanesque and Gothic sculptures, and Renoir or Suzanne Valadon paintings.

Watch out for: The museum’s priceless collection of enamels since the 12th Century.

2. The Adrien Dubouché National Museum

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The Adrien Dubouché National Museum could be defined as the paradise for porcelain collectors. Having the largest public collection of Limoges porcelain in the world, this museum introduces us to the world of porcelain manufacture and the history of ceramics from Antiquity to nowadays. Offering programs of cultural events, as well as a variety of activities and national and international exhibitions, The Adrien Dubouché National Museum has already become a part of French contemporary society. Aiming at all sections of society, the museum organizes activities for individuals, students, groups and families based on an interactive educational route.

Watch out for: More than 17,000 works of ceramic and Limoges porcelain of which 5,000 are currently on display.