Modern art museum in the former slaughterhouses, home to Picasso's Le Deuil de Pau.
Les Abattoirs is housed in the former municipal slaughterhouses of Toulouse, a brick building from 1830 converted to a museum in 2000. It holds the Toulouse collection of modern and contemporary art, with works by Picasso, Miró, Gaston Chaissac and Jean Dubuffet. The most famous piece is a large stage curtain painted by Picasso in 1936, Le Deuil de Pau, which is shown only a few months per year because of its fragility. The building overlooks the Garonne in Saint-Cyprien, and its terrace café gives river views.
| Admission | About EUR 7-8 (~$8.05-9.20) |
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| Hours | Typically Wednesday to Sunday 12:00-18:00, Friday to 20:00 (confirm) |
| Typical visit | 1.5-2 hours |
| Best time | Weekday afternoon |
| Getting there | Metro line A to Saint-Cyprien-République, 5 minutes on foot |
| Address | 76 allées Charles-de-Fitte, 31300 Toulouse, France |
Location
76 allées Charles-de-Fitte, 31300 Toulouse, France
43.6008, 1.4293 View on map
Highlights
- Picasso stage curtain
- Modern art collection
- Garonne-side setting
Tips for visiting
- Check when the Picasso curtain is on display.
- Combine with a walk on the Prairie des Filtres next door.
When to visit
Weekday afternoons are quiet.
Accessibility
The museum is accessible with lifts and step-free routes.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the museum free on certain days?
It is free on the first Sunday of the month; confirm on the site.