

Musée du Compagnonnage
Tours
Master craftspeople once spent years building jaw-dropping works just to prove their skill. This UNESCO-recognized museum in a historic abbey showcases over 4,000 of these "masterpieces" spanning ironwork, carpentry, sculpture and more, celebrating a centuries-old tradition of excellence and solidarity.
Traditional craftsmanship showcase
UNESCO heritage site
Historic abbey setting
Masterpiece apprenticeships
Tips
🏰"We loved this more than any Chateau or Gallery"
🛠️"the workmanship is outstanding"
🗺️entrance is on Rue Nationale, down stairs by St Julian's
Musée du Compagnonnage
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Master craftspeople once spent years building jaw-dropping works just to prove their skill. This UNESCO-recognized museum in a historic abbey showcases over 4,000 of these "masterpieces" spanning ironwork, carpentry, sculpture and more, celebrating a centuries-old tradition of excellence and solidarity.
Traditional craftsmanship showcase
UNESCO heritage site
Historic abbey setting
Masterpiece apprenticeships
Tips
🏰"We loved this more than any Chateau or Gallery"
🛠️"the workmanship is outstanding"
🗺️entrance is on Rue Nationale, down stairs by St Julian's