Nicolas Flamel. Alchimiste de papier
Visionary alchemist, immortal, magician, holder of universal secrets… Nicolas Flamel is one of those figures who fuel fantasies! But what about the historical reality of this 14th-century Parisian bourgeois?
Nicolas Flamel. Alchimiste de papier at Musée du Cluny (75005 Paris), from 13 October 2026 to 24 January 2027.
Checked on 25 September 2026.
Overview
Visionary alchemist, immortal, magician, holder of universal secrets… Nicolas Flamel is one of those figures who fuel fantasies! But what about the historical reality of this 14th-century Parisian bourgeois?
The Musée de Cluny holds one of the most tangible traces of Nicolas Flamel's existence: his tombstone.
Around this epitaph and archival documents, a story of Flamel emerges: that of a public scribe who was also a great donor to religious and charitable works and a shrewd real estate investor. No mention of a philosopher's stone in these documents, and for good reason!
The legend of Nicolas Flamel as an alchemist only emerged at the end of the 15th century, nearly 50 years after his death. Over the centuries, the rumour grew, and writings supposedly from his hand spread.
Nicolas Flamel soon became a source of inspiration for artists and creators from all walks of life, right up to the present day where popular culture has embraced the character.
A figure of Parisian heritage, Nicolas Flamel still embodies today the fascination with lost knowledge, the fringes of science, and the promises of the invisible. It is all these dimensions of the man and the legend that the exhibition explores.
Getting there
Musée du Cluny
Musée du Cluny is a concert and performance venue located at 28, rue du Sommerard, 75005 Paris.
- Address
- 28, rue du Sommerard, 75005 Paris
- Time
Métro · RER nearby
- 10Cluny - La Sorbonne2 min walk
- 4BCSaint-Michel Notre-Dame5 min walk
- 410Odéon5 min walk
Tickets & pricing
| Category | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Box office | from 14 € | fees shown at checkout |
Accessibility & rules
- Audience
- All audiences
- Format
- In person
Poster
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Frequently asked questions
Where does the Nicolas Flamel. Alchimiste de papier exhibition take place?
The Nicolas Flamel. Alchimiste de papier exhibition takes place at Musée du Cluny (75005 Paris).
Until when can you see the Nicolas Flamel. Alchimiste de papier exhibition?
The Nicolas Flamel. Alchimiste de papier exhibition runs until 24 January 2027 at Musée du Cluny. Opened on 13 October 2026.
What are the opening hours of Musée du Cluny?
Musée du Cluny is open Tuesday to Sunday 09:30–18:15. Hours may change on public holidays — check with the venue before you go.
How much are tickets for the Nicolas Flamel. Alchimiste de papier exhibition?
Tickets for the Nicolas Flamel. Alchimiste de papier exhibition start from €14 (excluding booking fees). Indicative price, to be confirmed on the official box office.
How do I get to Musée du Cluny?
Musée du Cluny is located at 28, rue du Sommerard, 75005 Paris. Public transport is recommended; full directions are on the venue page.
How do I book tickets for the Nicolas Flamel. Alchimiste de papier exhibition?
Tickets can be booked on the official box office, accessible from concerts.paris: https://concerts.paris/go/tickets?event=tour-nicolas-flamel-alchimiste-de-papier.
What type of event is the Nicolas Flamel. Alchimiste de papier exhibition?
The Nicolas Flamel. Alchimiste de papier exhibition is classified as “Concert” in the concerts.paris listings.
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