The Musée Le Secq des Tournelles in Rouen is a unique museum dedicated entirely to wrought iron art. Established in a former Gothic church, it houses one of the world’s most remarkable collections of ironwork, ranging from medieval locks and keys to intricate signs, tools, and decorative objects. The museum was founded in 1921 thanks to the donation of Henri Le Secq des Tournelles, a passionate collector who sought to preserve the artistry of iron craftsmanship. Visitors are captivated by the diversity of pieces, which reveal both practical ingenuity and artistic flair across centuries. The setting itself, with soaring arches and stained glass, enhances the atmosphere, turning everyday objects into treasures of cultural heritage. As part of Rouen’s metropolitan museum network, it offers an extraordinary glimpse into the creativity of artisans who transformed iron into enduring works of beauty and utility.
Rouen FranceMusée Le Secq des Tournelles is housed in the former Gothic church of Saint-Laurent at 2 Rue Jacques Villon, in Rouen’s historic centre within the Vieux-Marché - Cathédrale district, Normandy, France, accessible via the Palais de Justice metro stop. It lies steps from the Musée des Beaux-Arts and Musée de la Céramique, near Square Verdrel park, Rouen Cathedral, the Palais de Justice, and a lively area of cafés, shops, and the Seine riverfront.
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