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Mulhouse Automobile Museum: things to see near your rental property
Visit the famous Mulhouse Automobile Museum in Alsace. Find the best holiday rentals, gites and B&Bs with Clévacances to enhance your cultural stay.
Guided Tour of the Mulhouse Automobile Museum: A Must for Car Lovers
The Mulhouse Automobile Museum, also known as the Cité de l'Automobile, is one of the most impressive and comprehensive museums dedicated to the automobile in the world. With a collection of over 400 vehicles, the museum offers a fascinating journey through the history of the automobile, from its origins to the present day. For car enthusiasts and the curious alike, a visit to this museum is an unforgettable experience, and Clévacances offers the best accommodation options to complete your experience.
Discovering the Cité de l'Automobile
Located in Mulhouse, in the Haut-Rhin region of France, the Musée Automobile is famous for housing the world's largest collection of Bugatti cars, including several rare and antique models that can't be seen anywhere else. As well as Bugattis, the museum exhibits vehicles from prestigious marques such as Mercedes, Ferrari, and Rolls-Royce, as well as examples from the first era of the automobile.
Lighthouse Exhibitions
The museum doesn't just showcase cars; it also offers an immersive experience with exhibitions that help you understand the technical and aesthetic evolution of vehicles through the ages. From legendary racing cars to luxury limousines, each piece tells its own story of innovation and design.
Why Visit the Mulhouse Automobile Museum?
- Unique Collection: Discover unique cars that have left their mark on history, perfectly preserved and presented.
Interactive Exhibitions:Enjoy driving simulators and other interactive installations that appeal to all ages. - Special Events:The museum regularly organises temporary exhibitions and special events, making each visit unique.
Select the right accommodation with Clévacances
Clévacances offers a variety of accommodation options in Mulhouse and the surrounding area, perfect for visitors to the Automobile Museum:
- Gîtes: Our gîtes offer comfort and tranquillity for those looking to relax after a day rich in discovery.
B&Bs: Stay in a bed and breakfast for a more personal and authentic experience, with local hosts ready to share their advice and recommendations. - Holiday rentals: Ideal for families or groups, these rentals provide the space and independence to explore Mulhouse at your own pace.
Gastronomy and Local Activities
Mulhouse also offers a rich palette of restaurants and bistros where you can savour Alsatian specialities. Be sure to try the famous baeckeoffe or tarte flambée. In addition, the town boasts several other museums and cultural attractions that are well worth a visit.
Practical tips for your visit
Planning:Buy your tickets in advance, especially during high season, to avoid long queues.
Access:The museum is easily accessible by car and has a large car park. Public transport is also available from Mulhouse town centre.
Souvenirs:The museum shop offers a range of souvenirs and scale models to take a piece of automotive history home.
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