The museum building incorporates a former glassmaking furnace hall that was carefully restored and expanded.
René Lalique began his career as an independent jeweler before becoming an influential master glassmaker.
The collection features rare 'lost wax' cast pieces that demonstrate extremely complex sculptural detail.
Wingen-sur-Moder was chosen for the museum because René Lalique purchased the glassworks there in 1921.
The display includes original drawings and preparatory sketches that reveal the design process behind iconic glass models.
Lalique’s car mascots, popular in the 1920s and 1930s, were designed to be mounted on the hoods of luxury vehicles like the Rolls-Royce.
The site pays homage to the local tradition of glassmaking that dates back to the 18th century in the Northern Vosges mountains.
Musée Lalique is located in Wingen-sur-Moder, the historic home of the Lalique glassworks, situated within the Northern Vosges Regional Nature Park. The museum occupies the site of the former Hochberg glassworks, which had been abandoned since 1868. Designed by architect Wilmotte & Associés, the contemporary structure integrates glass and concrete to display over 650 pieces of René Lalique’s work. The collection highlights the transition from Art Nouveau jewelry to Art Deco glassware and decorative items. Visitors explore the evolution of techniques including glass pressing, blowing, and satin finishing. The museum also provides historical context on the social life and industrial heritage of the glassmakers in this region. The permanent exhibition features major pieces such as perfume bottles, car mascots, and clear or frosted glass sculptures.
The main staircase and the dramatic central hall where natural light interacts with the glass display cases.
Combine your visit with a walk in the surrounding Northern Vosges Regional Nature Park for a full day experience.
Use the provided audio guide to better understand the chemical and thermal glass-making processes described in the exhibits.
Check the museum's rotating temporary exhibition calendar online before arrival, as these focus on specific collaborations or periods.
Do not attempt to see the collection in less than two hours, as the technical displays require time to read and appreciate.
Closed on Mondays during the off-season; generally open daily during summer months.
