What is the louvre?

A visit to the Louvre and its collections lets visitors discover Western art from the Middle Ages to 1848, as well as a large number of ancient civilizations. Yet it also offers another history to explore. read more

The Louvre (US: /ˈluːv, ˈluːvrə/) or the Louvre Museum (French: Musée du Louvre, pronounced ( listen)) is the world's largest museum and a historic monument in Paris, France. A central landmark of the city, it is located on the Right Bank of the Seine in the city's 1st arrondissement (district or ward). read more

Préparer sa visite, connaître l’actualité du musée, participer aux activités, découvrir les œuvres. read more

The Louvre first opened its doors on August 10, 1793, with an exhibit of more than 500 paintings and decorative arts, many of which had been confiscated from the royal family and French nobility. read more