All aviation museums to visit in France

Take to the skies at 8 aviation museums in France. These museums celebrate the history and achievements of aviation, from early flight to modern aerospace technology.

Are you fascinated by aviation history and technology? These are the aviation museums you should visit in France:

  1. Halle de La Machine1

    Halle de La Machine

     Toulouse
    La Halle de La Machine is a unique venue situated in the Montaudran district of Toulouse. It is home to the Nantes company, La Machine, which stores a collection of small and giant animated machines. These machines are often inspired by various themes such as nature, the world of aeronautics, and human or technological epics. This makes it a fascinating place for visitors interested in these themes.
  2. Musée de la Marine en Bois du Brivet2

    Musée de la Marine en Bois du Brivet

     Montoir-de-Bretagne
    Take a tour around the factory and discover how the planes are assembled and tested. You will see huge aircrafts, and also the famous A380!
  3. Old Wings Toulouse3

    Old Wings Toulouse

     Blagnac
    A group of volunteers put together one of the biggest collections of aircraft in the country. This is a must if you are a fan of planes.
  4. Salis Flying Museum4

    Salis Flying Museum

     Cerny
    The La Ferté-Alais Air Show is a yearly event that happens during the Pentecost at the Cerny airfield. This airfield is owned and operated by the 'Amicale Jean-Baptiste Salis' (AJBS). This event is a gathering of aviation enthusiasts, flight organizations, companies, and pilots from all over the world. It's a great opportunity for visitors to witness a variety of vintage aircraft displays and flight demonstrations.
  5. Aeronautics and Space Museum Safran5

    Aeronautics and Space Museum Safran

     Réau
    The Aeronautics and Space Museum Safran is a private museum dedicated to aeronautics, located in Réau, a town in the Melun agglomeration in France. The museum showcases a collection of aircraft engines, tracing the history of aviation from its origins to the present day. The engines on display were produced by various French engine manufacturers, such as Gnome and Rhône, and Snecma, which are now represented by the French group Safran, the creator and manager of the museum.
  6. Museum Hydraviation6

    Museum Hydraviation

     Biscarrosse
    The Museum of Hydraviation is situated in the scenic town of Biscarrosse, nestled in the French department of Landes. This location offers visitors a chance to explore the rich history of seaplanes while also enjoying the natural beauty of the region.
  7. Musée Jean Mermoz7

    Musée Jean Mermoz

     Aubenton
    The Jean-Mermoz Museum is a cultural institution located in the town of Aubenton, in the Aisne region of France. The museum is dedicated to the life and career of the legendary French aviator, Jean Mermoz, who was born in Aubenton. Known as the 'Archangel', Mermoz is a significant figure in the history of aviation, particularly for his contributions to Aéropostale, the French airmail service.
  8. Musée des Frères Caudron8

    Musée des Frères Caudron

     Rue
    The Musée des Frères Caudron is situated in the town of Rue, nestled in the northwest region of the Somme department. This location makes it an accessible destination for tourists exploring the area. The museum's location also adds to its historical significance, as it is in the same region where the Caudron brothers, pioneers of aviation, began their journey.