Musée des Arts Décoratifs — Attraction in Strasbourg

The museum is composed of 2 parts: the state appartments and the decorative art museum. The state appartments are nice, but my experience was not entirely pleasant. The guidebook they provided says that the tour of the 'decorative art' museum starts from the chapel, and I saw a sign saying 'suite de la visit'. So I opened the closed door (which was unlocked), and entered the rooms. There were no one, but it was in the afternoon briefly after its opening, and the lights were all on, so I did not feel strange. Then one staff member, looking annoyed, came quickly and said that it's closed and told me to leave. I met another member of staff saying the exact same thing, 'it's closed'. I apologised but I really shouldn't have, as 1) there's a clear sign saying I should continue my visit, 2) no one told me it's closed, not on the website, not at the reception desk, not when I entered the museum, 3) some of the staff members were not attentive, either talking to each other or looking at their phones. They did not provide any reasons for the closure either.

I knew my French is not good and knew that they don't speak English well, but their behaviour is sheer rudeness. Not all of the staff, but particular ones, mad at visitors for their own mistakes.

p.s. they gestured that a closed door indicates that it is not open to public, BUT actually a lot of museums, in Strasbourg, in France, the doors are shut for other reasons instead of preventing visitors...

Housed in the stunning Palais Rohan, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Strasbourg offers an immersive journey through elegant, historic interiors. Explore beautifully preserved rooms like the Bishop’s quarters, Napoleon’s salon, and royal apartments, each filled with intricate details and period charm.

You’ll also find a peaceful chapel, a refined library, and displays of exquisite objects made from gold, silver, porcelain, and antique clocks. Every corner reflects the luxury and artistry of centuries past — a true hidden gem for lovers of design, history, and...

✨ J'ai récemment visité le Musée des Arts Décoratifs de Strasbourg, et j'ai été fasciné par la beauté et la diversité des objets exposés. ✨

🏺 Le musée abrite une collection remarquable d'objets d'art décoratif datant du Moyen Âge à nos jours, provenant de différentes cultures et régions du monde. 🏺

🧵 J'ai été particulièrement impressionné par les collections de textiles, de céramiques, de meubles et de bijoux, qui témoignent de l'évolution des arts décoratifs à travers les siècles. 🧵

💎 Les objets exposés sont d'une grande finesse et d'une qualité exceptionnelle, et ils offrent un aperçu fascinant de l'histoire de l'artisanat et du design. 💎

💡 Le musée propose également des expositions temporaires qui mettent en lumière des thèmes spécifiques liés aux arts décoratifs, tels que la mode, le design industriel ou l'art de la table. 💡

🖼️ L'architecture du musée est elle-même un exemple d'art décoratif, avec des salles spacieuses et élégantes qui mettent en valeur les objets exposés. 🖼️

⭐ Je recommande vivement le Musée des Arts Décoratifs de Strasbourg à tous ceux qui s'intéressent à l'histoire de l'art, du design et de l'artisanat. ⭐

😊 J'ai passé un moment agréable et enrichissant en découvrant les trésors...