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Musée Bernadotte

Pau

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Musée Bernadotte

Located in an 18th-century house, this museum is dedicated to the French man Jean-Baptiste Jules Bernadotte, who rose from the low ranks of the Gallic army to become King of Sweden.

Useful Information

  • Address: 8 rue Tran, Pau
  • Phone: +33 559 274 842
  • More Info: www.pau.fr/210-musee-bernadotte.htm
  • Opening House: Tuesday-Sunday: 10am-12pm and 2pm-6pm
  • More Info: 27249c5028e8d95615ae59d0ac9d4798d2d74fc9

Do & See

Pau offers many historical attractions like the impressive Château de Pau, and various museums with interesting art and heritage on display. If you would like to go on a longer excursion, you will also find a wide range of splendid cities and villages around Pau. The combination of castles, beautiful architecture, English style gardens and fun activities makes this town well worth exploring.

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