Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nantes

The Museum of Fine Arts in Nantes is one of the highlights of a city famous for its culture. It is an elegant building with some statues on the outside, and a central courtyard. The stained glass dome protects the courtyard from the worst of the weather, and fills the rooms with natural light so you can see all the works on display. The collections are varied and extensive - ancient art, works from the thirteenth to nineteenth centuries, and modern art and graphic arts. Activities are organised throughout the year, so visitors can learn more about the art on display. If you travel to Nantes, I

The Musée des Beaux-arts de Nantes is located in the city of Nantes. Located between the Château des Ducs de Bretagne and Jardin des Plantes, the Musée des Beaux-arts along side the Chapelle de l \ 'Oratory and Nantes Cathedral, constitutes an exceptional historical center. Built in 1893 by architect Clément-Marie Josso, and opened in 1900, the architecture is similar to that of official buildings of the century.