Musée départemental breton

The Musée départemental breton occupies a former bishop's residence situated beside Saint-Corentin Cathedral, with collections spread across multiple levels. The displays include archaeological discoveries, traditional ceramics, decorative glass panels, and regional paintings spanning different time periods.

The institution was established in 1846 by the local Archaeological Society to preserve regional discoveries. The building gained protected monument status in 1921 and received official national museum recognition in 2003.

The museum displays everyday objects and clothing that show how people in Brittany lived and worked. These items reveal the crafts, skills, and traditions that shaped community life across generations.

The building is accessible to wheelchair users and provides free admission on selected afternoons during specific months. Multiple floors are connected by stairs and elevators, allowing visitors to explore at their own pace.

The collections include prehistoric gold objects such as an ancient belt and necklace more than 4,000 years old. These rare items reveal the advanced metalworking skills of early Breton communities.

Location: Quimper

Inception: 1846

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: Conseil départemental du Finistère

Address: 1, rue du Roi-Gradlon

Phone: +33298952160

Website: http://musee-breton.finistere.fr

GPS coordinates: 47.99510,-4.10253

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:04