Because of the Paris heatwave, the Musée Gustave Moreau announces its exceptional closure until Monday, July 13, 2026, inclusive. Located in the 9th arrondissement, not far from Notre-Dame-de-Lorette, this museum-workshop dedicated to the Symbolist painter thus adjusts its opening hours in response to the severe heat gripping the capital.
By the end of June, the museum had already been forced to close its doors to the public. The heatwave had pushed the art venue to take extraordinary measures, including canceling events for everyone's safety. In July, a new heat wave again forces the Parisian museum to shut its doors.
When temperatures rise, Paris’s cultural spaces sometimes have to contend with historic buildings that aren’t well suited to sweltering heat. Take the Musée Gustave Moreau, the artist’s former house and studio, famed for its grand spiral staircase and rooms packed with paintings, drawings and mementos. A standout hub of artistic Paris, it’s also a heritage site where the heat can quickly become burdensome for visitors and staff alike.
The closure will extend over several days and could continue if the red heat alert is extended. Before planning a visit, we advise checking the official site of the Gustave Moreau Museum, as practical information may evolve depending on weather conditions and visitor access.
The Musée Moreau isn’t the only cultural venue affected by the heatwave. Several museums, monuments and sites across Île-de-France are adjusting their hours, revising visitor policies, or closing temporarily. To stay updated, check out our dedicated article on the heatwave in Paris and the museums, monuments and sites that are adapting or closing in Île-de-France.
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Dates and Opening Time
From July 11, 2026 to July 13, 2026
Location
Gustave Moreau Museum
14, rue de la Rochefoucauld
75009 Paris 9
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Accessibility info
Access
Metro 12: Trinité or Saint-Georges station
Official website
musee-moreau.fr
