Musée de Locronan

The Musée de Locronan is an art collection housed in the old town that displays paintings, sculptures, and objects from different periods. The exhibition rooms trace regional artistic production and show how local trades and crafts influenced what artists made.

The museum was founded in 1934 to preserve and display Breton artistic heritage. This happened after centuries when the town had grown wealthy through textile and sailcloth production.

The exhibits reflect local artistic traditions and show how the town's past as a weaving and sailcloth center shaped what people created and valued.

The museum sits in the center of town and is easy to reach on foot while walking through the old streets. The exhibition rooms are arranged in a way that visitors can move through them comfortably without spending hours.

The museum holds uncommon items from the sailcloth production era that show how craftspeople and makers were connected to the local trade. These pieces tell the story of when a small Breton town was known far beyond its borders.

Location: Locronan

Inception: 1934

Founders: Charles Daniélou

GPS coordinates: 48.09900,-4.20700

Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:07