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An interesting place to visit at Place des Vosges ...

An interesting place to visit at Place des Vosges is Mansion de Victor Hugo in the corner of the square. This was Victor Hugo's apartment from 1832 to 1848. Today the property has been setup as a museum and interesting place to visit if you a fan of the French poet and novelist or have interest in viewing a typical residency at this fashionable location in the 19th century. Opening hours are 10am to 6pm (closed on Mondays).

Here you find seven rooms decorated with Hugo's furniture, artwork and other objects from his life which were originally from this residence as well as his property in Guernsey. The arrangement is such that you can learn about the life of Victor Hugo in a chronological manner.

Note: A visit to Mansion de Victor Hugo at Place des Vosges is free. However there is an audio guide service ( 5) as well as temporary exhibitions held here which you can also pay to view. See the website to learn what exhibitions are being held at the time of your intended visit.