Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art 🇫🇷

Welcome to the Musée d'Art Moderne et Contemporain de Strasbourg (MAMCS), one of the largest modern art museums in France. Located on the left bank of the River Ill at the edge of the historic Petite France quarter, this striking facility designed by architect Adrien Fainsilber offers you an immersive journey through art from 1870 to the present day. Step inside to explore a cathedral-like glass walkway stretching 104 meters long and 22 meters high, housing impressive spaces full of creative expression.

As you wander the galleries, you will encounter a vast collection of over 18,000 works spanning Impressionism, Art Nouveau, Expressionism, and contemporary genres. Look for famous masterworks including Georges Braque’s "Still Life"—the first cubist painting bought by a French public collection—along with pieces by Gustave Doré, Vassily Kandinsky, Jean Arp, and rare displays of contemporary German painters. Don't miss the video and photography collections, showcasing legendary creators from Nadar to Bill Viola.

When you need a break, head up to the spacious roof terrace to relax at the museum cafe, right beside Mimmo Paladino's iconic four-meter-high horse sculpture overlooking Strasbourg.

What to see at Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art

• Adrien Fainsilber's architecture featuring a 104-meter glass central walk
• Georges Braque's 'Still Life' (1911), France's first public cubist purchase
• Extensive holdings of Gustave Doré, Max Klinger, and Jean Arp
• Mimmo Paladino's four-meter horse sculpture on the roof terrace
• A rich collection of contemporary German painters like Georg Baselitz

Visiting tips

Take line B on the Strasbourg tramway directly to the 'Musée d'Art moderne' stop for convenient access to the museum.

How long: 2-3 hours · Best time: Morning

How to get there & what’s nearby

Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art is easy to reach on Strasbourg’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Musée alsacien and Saint Thomas Church, Strasbourg. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Strasbourg travel guide.