AUVERS-SUR-OISE GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
In the Attic Where Van Gogh Spent His Last Days: A Quiet, Intense Half-Hour in Auvers-sur-Oise
A concise, guided visit that takes you into Vincent van Gogh’s untouched room at the Auberge Ravoux and concludes with an audiovisual recounting of his stay in Auvers-sur-Oise.
In the Attic Where Van Gogh Spent His Last Days: A Quiet, Intense Half-Hour in Auvers-sur-Oise.
Step into the poignant world of Vincent van Gogh at the Auberge Ravoux: the modest mansarde where he lived and died remains preserved as it was in 1890, and the visit closes with an audiovisual presentation that traces his final weeks and work in Auvers-sur-Oise.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Chambre No. 5 — Intimacy Preserved
The narrow, 7 m² attic room where Van Gogh lodged is presented intact since 1890; the sparse furnishings and single skylight offer an intimate encounter with the artist’s final living space.
A Window on an Artist’s Daily Life
Next to Van Gogh’s room, the adjacent lodgings—like room No. 6—display simple period furniture that evokes the material conditions of a late‑19th‑century artist’s life in Auvers.
‘Sur les pas de Van Gogh’ — The Audiovisual Finale
The visit culminates in an attic presentation that pieces together Van Gogh’s stay through his paintings, letters and period photographs, inviting reflection on his work and last days.
What the day feels like
What the Visit Feels Like
In a compact, guided sequence you register at the ticket desk, move into the preserved attic chamber that bears the silence of 1890, and finish in the auberge’s grenier to watch an audiovisual narrative that reconstructs Van Gogh’s last weeks in Auvers-sur-Oise.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this visit suits
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The guided visit lasts approximately 30 minutes; guided departures run every 15 minutes. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes before the time printed on your reservation to register at the ticket desk.
Bring your reservation confirmation and any entitlement card for reduced fares (student or disability card) if applicable.
Adult (18+) 10 €; Teen (12–17) 8 €; Children under 12 free; Reduced rate (student / disability card) 8 €.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the guided visit?
The visit lasts approximately 30 minutes.
How often do the guided tours depart?
Guided visits depart every 15 minutes; the time on your reservation is the departure time—please arrive at least 10 minutes early to register.
What are the ticket prices?
Adult (18+) 10 €; Teen (12–17) 8 €; Children under 12 free; Reduced rate (student / disability card) 8 €.
What does the visit include?
A guided visit to Van Gogh’s preserved room(s) and the audiovisual presentation 'Sur les pas de Van Gogh' in the auberge’s attic.
What happens if I arrive late for my scheduled visit?
If you arrive late you will be moved to the next available time slot in your language, so plan to arrive at least 10 minutes before departure.
Is the visit suitable for young children?
Yes—children under 12 enter free and the visit is described as suitable for all ages.