Top 10 French museums to visit online from home

When we think of virtual museums, we often think of the Louvre, Orsay or the Centre Pompidou. However, France abounds in more confidential but equally rich cultural treasures. They are freely accessible online at the click of a button. From imperial châteaux to artists' homes, private or regional collections, these immersive visits take you on a journey through history, art and heritage... without leaving your sofa. Here are 10 cultural nuggets to explore right now.
1. Musée national des châteaux de Malmaison et Bois-Préau (Rueil-Malmaison)
Explore the residence of Napoleon Bonaparte and Josephine, with a virtual tour of the permanent collections and the "Eugène de Beauharnais, un prince européen" exhibition.
2. Musée national des Plans-Reliefs (Paris)
Discover historic models of French fortified towns, offering a unique perspective on military architecture.
3. Musée Ingres Bourdelle (Montauban)
Immerse yourself in the world of artists Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres and Antoine Bourdelle through their works on display in this museum.
4. Bibliothèque nationale de France (Paris)
Relive the exhibition "Josef Koudelka. Ruins" presented in 2020, featuring photographs of archaeological sites.
5. Musée national du Moyen Âge - thermes et hôtel de Cluny (Paris)
Explore medieval collections, including the famous Lady and the Unicorn tapestry, in a unique historical setting.
6. Musée national Magnin (Dijon)
Browse a private collection of works of art from the 17th to the 19th century, assembled by art lovers Jeanne and Maurice Magnin.
7. Musée national de la maison Bonaparte (Ajaccio)
Visit Napoleon Bonaparte's birthplace, now a museum retracing the history of the imperial family.
8. Musée national de la Renaissance - Château d'Écouen (Écouen)
Discover the decorative arts of the French Renaissance in this 16th-century château.
9. Musée national Clemenceau-de Lattre (Mouilleron-en-Pareds)
Explore the birthplaces of Georges Clemenceau and Marshal de Lattre de Tassigny, major figures in French history.
10. Musée national Pablo Picasso - War and Peace (Vallauris)
Admire Picasso's monumental works, including the frescoes "La Guerre" and "La Paix", in the chapel of the Château de Vallauris.
To explore more French museums online, consult the catalog of online museum visits, provided by the Ministry of Culture.
Whether you're a history buff, curious about unusual discoveries or an art lover, these virtual tours offer you another way to explore France's rich heritage. Accessible at any time, they invite you to slow down, observe and marvel... even from the comfort of your own home. A great way to travel differently, feed your curiosity and, why not, plan your next cultural escapade in real life.

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