Museums in Alençon
This overview contains all museums in and around Alençon. Curious about which museums there are in Alençon? These are the museums:
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Alençon is a historic town located in the Normandy region of northwestern France, serving as the prefecture of the Orne department. The city is particularly renowned for its distinctive lace-making tradition, known as "Point d'Alençon," which has been recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This delicate needlepoint lace has been produced in the town since the 17th century.
The town's rich architectural heritage includes the Gothic Basilica of Notre-Dame and the 15th-century Château des Ducs, which now houses the Fine Arts and Lace Museum. Alençon's cultural landscape is marked by its medieval streets, preserved timber-framed houses, and various cultural institutions that maintain and showcase its artistic and historical legacy.
This overview contains all museums in and around Alençon. Curious about which museums there are in Alençon? These are the museums:
Unfortunately we don’t know about any current exhibitions in and around Alençon.
Unfortunately we don’t know about any discount passes in Alençon.