Parfummusea in Grasse

Grasse Perfume Heritage

Grasse serves as the world's perfume capital, housing an array of historical sites and museums dedicated to the art of scent. This collection features the International Perfume Museum and the Fragonard factory, where visitors can learn about traditional distillation methods. Beyond perfumery, the list includes architectural landmarks like the 18th-century Hôtel Court de Fontmichel, the Villa-Musée Jean-Honoré Fragonard showcasing Rococo art, and the historic fountains of Place aux Aires, reflecting the town's Provencal heritage.

Grasse Perfume Heritage — Kaart

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Fragonard Perfume Factory

Historic factory showcasing the manufacturing process of perfume and soap. It includes a museum collection covering 3,000 years of fragrance history.

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International Perfume Museum

Grasse is the place where the perfume industry originated. Learn about the intriguing history of fragrances here!

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Hôtel Court de Fontmichel

An 18th-century private mansion and historic monument recognized for its architectural significance in the mid-1960s.

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Oratoire du Louvre

The Église réformée de l'Oratoire du Louvre, is an historic Protestant church located at 145 rue Saint-Honoré – 160 rue de Rivoli in the…

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Villa-Musée Jean-Honoré Fragonard

A 17th-century villa housing works by the famous Rococo painter Jean-Honoré Fragonard, including replicas of his panels painted for Madame du Barry.

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Museum of Art and History of Provence

Discover what the life was like in Provence in the past! You can see the amazing collection of both everyday items and artworks.

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Monument aux Morts

A commemorative war memorial honoring the citizens of Grasse who died during the World Wars.

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Hôtel Fanton d'Andon

An 18th-century private mansion and listed historical monument characteristic of the town's noble architecture.

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Villa Santa Clara

A historic villa and heritage site located on the hills of Grasse.

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Communauté d'agglomération Pays de Grasse

Administrative headquarters housed in a historic building representing the regional heritage of the Pays de Grasse.

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Fontaine de la Place aux Aires

A multi-tiered fountain located in the historic Place aux Aires, formerly the center of the town's tanning and perfume industries.