Musée de la Rose
Association-run museum in the former station of Grisy-Suisnes, devoted to the history of the rose growers of the Brie, with a rose garden and a refreshment kiosk.
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About the museum
The Musée de la Rose is housed in the former station of Grisy-Suisnes in Seine-et-Marne. The station opened in 1892 on the Paris-Bastille – Verneuil-l'Étang line, known as the Vincennes line, one of the last lines created from Paris. Tons of roses were shipped from here to be sold overnight at the Carreau des Halles; from 1900 the trains were nicknamed the “trains des rosiéristes” (rose growers' trains). The line was permanently closed in 1964.
In 1990 the building was given a new use and housed several village associations. In 2011 it was assigned to the association Grisy-Suisnes au gré des roses, founded in 2006, which runs the museum. Visitors discover the history of rose cultivation in the region, known as the “pays des roses”.
Next to the museum, a 1,700 m² rose garden was planted: 2,000 rootstocks were put in the ground in November 2011, grafted in August 2012 and first bloomed in June 2013, the date of the site's inauguration. Visitors can stroll freely, compare the colours and scents of the roses and have a picnic; a refreshment kiosk serves hot and cold drinks.
Highlights
- Museum in the former Grisy-Suisnes station (1892)
- History of rose growers and the “trains des rosiéristes”
- 1,700 m² rose garden with 2,000 rose bushes
- 50-minute audio guide or text guide
- Refreshment kiosk and picnic area
- Founded
- 2013
- Operated by
- Association Grisy-Suisnes au gré des roses
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €4 |
|---|---|
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 11 · Free for children under 12. |
| Groups (11+ people) | €4 per personGuided and commented group visit by appointment: €4 per person for groups of more than 10; flat fee of €40 for fewer than 10 people. |
Some events organised by the association give free access to the museum.
Accessibility
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
Parking in front of the former station building.
Grisy-Suisnes is in Seine-et-Marne, between Brie-Comte-Robert and Coubert. The museum is located on Rue de la Gare.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Café
Refreshment kiosk near the rose garden with coffee, tea and cold drinks; picnicking on site is possible.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Private parties
- Weddings / ceremonies
The rose garden can host the wedding reception (vin d'honneur) of a wedding, with a quote depending on the length of hire; parking in front of the building is available. The venue also offers free exhibitions of drawings, paintings, photographs or butterflies.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Audio guide | yes |
| Good to know | Two visit options: a text guide, or hire of a 50-minute audio guide for €2. Guided and commented group visits by appointment. |
