The Ivan Turgenev Museum is situated at 16 rue Yvan Tourgueneff in Bougival, within the Yvelines department of France. Currently, the only access to the museum is through the parking lot of the forest, located at rue de la Croix au Vents.
The museum is home to 245 exceptional items, including rare manuscripts, engravings, sculptures, and paintings that once belonged to the writer. Among these is the famous square piano-forte of Turgenev, which was once played by Brahms in Baden-Baden and was classified as a historical monument in 1990.
The museum operates on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 2pm to 5pm, from April 1st to October 31st. During the winter season, the museum is open by appointment, particularly for researchers and groups.
History & Anthropology Historic house Person & Artist Language & Literature
Rue Yvan Tourgueneff 16, Bougival
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The Ivan Turgenev European Museum in Bougival, France, offers visitors a chance to explore the life and work of the renowned Russian author. Located in the house where Turgenev spent his final years, the museum provides an intimate look at the writer's personal life and literary legacy. Visitors appreciate the well-preserved 19th-century interiors and the collection of Turgenev's personal belongings, manuscripts, and artworks. The peaceful garden surrounding the house adds to the overall charm of the experience. While some visitors find the museum informative and engaging, others note that the exhibit information is primarily in French, which can be challenging for non-French speakers. The museum's small size means it can be explored relatively quickly, which some visitors see as a drawback. Overall, the Ivan Turgenev European Museum offers a quiet and reflective experience for those interested in Russian literature and 19th-century cultural history, though it may not appeal to all visitors equally.
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