House of Doctor Gagnon, House museum in central Grenoble, France.
The House of Doctor Gagnon consists of two connected buildings dating from the 16th and 17th centuries located at the intersection of Place Grenette and Grande Rue in Grenoble. The rooms display original furnishings including period furniture, paintings, and documents spanning several centuries.
The buildings were originally constructed as aristocratic residences for prominent Grenoble families. Doctor Gagnon acquired the property during the French Revolution and established his family home there, where he raised his grandson beginning in 1790.
The house is named after Doctor Henri Gagnon, who purchased it during the French Revolution and made it his family home. Visitors can see furnishings and personal objects arranged as they were when residents lived in the rooms.
Plan your visit for the afternoon when natural light fills the rooms best and guided tours are readily available. It is worth exploring the terrace area, which offers open views toward the Jardin de Ville and the surrounding landscape.
The Italian-style salon stands out distinctly from the French rooms and reflects influences from another culture that shaped the family's taste. The pergola on the terrace created a private retreat space with views that family members used in their daily lives.
Location: Grenoble
Official opening: 1983
Part of: Musée Stendhal
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 14:00-18:00; Thursday off; Saturday 10:00-12:00,14:00-18:00
Phone: +33476865208
Website: http://bm-grenoble.fr
GPS coordinates: 45.19158,5.72815
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:44
Grenoble sits in the Isère River valley, surrounded by three mountain ranges in the French Alps. The city combines alpine landscape with urban infrastructure and serves as a base for exploring the surrounding mountain regions. The Fort de la Bastille, accessible via a historic cable car, provides views over the city and valleys. Parc Paul Mistral covers 52 acres (21 hectares) in the city center and includes sports facilities and green spaces. The Musée de Grenoble displays European artworks from the 13th century to the present, including French painting and modern art. The Musée Dauphinois documents regional history and alpine culture. The Musée de l'Ancien Évêché focuses on local history from the Middle Ages to the present. Place Saint-André forms the historic center with medieval architecture, while Place Grenette serves as a central market square. Château de Vizille, located 9 miles (15 kilometers) south, was the site of the 1788 assembly and now houses a museum on the French Revolution. The Grottes de Sassenage, prehistoric limestone caves on the city outskirts, offer guided tours through underground galleries.
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