Musée Bernadotte
Birthplace of Marshal Bernadotte, later King of Sweden, in Pau: an 18th-century townhouse with documents, prints and paintings about his life.
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About the museum
The museum occupies the house where Jean-Baptiste Bernadotte was born in Pau, an 18th-century townhouse on Rue Tran. A soldier who became a Marshal of the Empire, he later founded the royal dynasty of Sweden.
The documents, prints and paintings kept in the house trace the career of this figure from Pau. The museum holds the Musée de France label.
Highlights
- Birthplace of Marshal Bernadotte
- 18th-century townhouse
- Documents, prints and paintings about his life
- Link between Pau and the royal dynasty of Sweden
- Operated by
- Ville de Pau
- Visitors per year
- approx. 6,141
Admission & discounts
The museum is currently closed for refurbishment.
Accessibility
The museum is currently closed for refurbishment.
Kids & families
The museum is currently closed for refurbishment.
Getting there & parking
The museum is currently closed for refurbishment.
Amenities & dining
The museum is currently closed for refurbishment.
Events & venue rental
The museum is currently closed for refurbishment.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
|---|---|
| Good to know | Before its closure, guided tours were held by appointment in English and Spanish, for groups of 10 to 30 people. |
