Musée Bernadotte, Historical museum in Pau, France
The Bernadotte Museum occupies an 18th-century house constructed with pebbles, bricks, and cut stones, featuring wooden galleries around the courtyard.
Jean-Baptiste Bernadotte, born in this house, ascended from his position as a marshal of France to become King Charles XIV John of Sweden.
The museum displays paintings, caricatures, personal items, and artifacts connected to the Swedish royal crown, illustrating French-Swedish historical connections.
Guided tours are available in English and Spanish for groups between 10 and 30 people, requiring advance reservations at +33 5 59 27 48 42.
The Swedish royal family provided financial support for the acquisition of this building in 1946, maintaining their connection to their dynasty's origins.
Location: Pau
Official opening: 1951
Phone: +33559274842
GPS coordinates: 43.29726,-0.37255
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:05
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