excellent 10 min film giving some background about Van Gogh's life in Auver sur Oise. Then a 15 minute tour of the auberge which ends in Van Goghs room. We found it interesting and very moving to be in the room where he died. There is a small gift shop with postcards and linens to buy. I really enjoyed it. a must for VG afficianados.
People go to Auvers-sur-Oise, because it's the place where Van Gogh died. So if you're already in town, it's a must to go in the Auberge, no matter there's not much to see inside. There's the small room, where Van Gogh finally died, and there's his chair as well, and finally a short "film", rather a pwer point presentation of his works. I don't think it's worth it's price, but surely no one will go home because of the entrance fee if you're already there. And altogether the house (the auberge) is interesting, as it was served almost in the same form as it was in the end of the 19th century.
While we heard the stories of Van Gogh's room at this establishment and looking forward to seeing it in person, it was closed. Yes it was late October but still plenty of tourists around so we were a bit surprised. Nevertheless we did get to see the outside of the building and experience the town's atmosphere.
Was a dream come true for me to see where van gogh lived and spent his final days. Did the tour around his room and got the feel of the restaurant where he would have eaten. Bought lots of bits in the shop and there was a short dvd also to watch. Absolutely beautiful setting and surroundings.
As with the previous post, we were surprised and disappointed that the museum was shut when we visited the town last week-end. Surprisingly, the Chateau d'Auvers WAS open - with a *slide show* as their attraction. The Auberge Ravoux is the site that should be open year round!
This is a must if you are interested in Van Gogh. This is where he died and spent his final couple of months painting 80 pictures in 70 days! The room itself is empty but the guide gave a great explanation which was followed by a short film. There is also a gift shop where you can buy books, pictures and other bits and pieces. Very enjoyable though sad.
Here, an excellent slide show introduced us to Van Gogh's life as a painter. Entering the small, stark, upstairs room where Van Gogh lived his final days contrasts with the colorful works of art which we know and love. Visiting the hotel was a perfect introduction to our stroll to the sites in Auver sur Oise.
This was one of my favorite things of the lovely places we visited outside of Paris. I had only the normal acquaintance with the works of Van Gogh...and his symptoms of insanity, but the tour of the thoughtfully restored Auberge Ravoux where he lived for the last days of his life created a emotional connection with the artist as a person. I will always now think of Van Gogh as one who loved beauty, his family, his friends and struggled to find his way in life. I thought the tour and film were very poignant and enriching. The Village of Auvers is charming and worth the walk to see all the places immortalized in paintings. I loved it And by the way the restaurant is outstanding.
Visiting Auvers is for Van Gogh, and to appreciate his conditions you have to see where he lived and died. This is one tiny empty room with a room next to it furnished as it would have been for him. A great start to visit his town.
We were here as part of the excellent small group van tour to Giverny and Auvers-sur-Oise organized by Paris City Vision. The French Dept. of Culture has a terrific trail around town, showing reproductions of Van Gogh paintings standing next to the actual subjects. Go also to the cemetery to see Vincent's and Theo's grave.