Münster

Münster - that stands for history with a future, for cultural stronghold and bicycle paradise, for bishop's seat and university city. The more than 1,200-year-old city proves how young old can be with its lively atmosphere, exciting cultural programmes and a wide range of leisure and shopping facilities.

Fascinating cityscape

Perhaps you will fall in love at first sight when you stroll under the beautiful arcades of Prinzipalmarkt in the city centre. You can't miss the impressive St. Lamberti Church and the mighty St. Paul's Cathedral in the centre. The cityscape is crowned by the magnificent baroque buildings by master builder Johann Conrad Schlaun, such as Münster Castle and the Erbdrostenhof. Even on the outskirts of the city you will find a work of his, the Rüschhaus house.

Culture and entertainment in harmony

A variety of theatres, museums, cinemas and concerts add variety to the city's day and night life. The Pablo Picasso Museum of Prints and Drawings, for example, offers world-class art. Equally interesting are the many sculptures in Münster's city centre. But these are just a few examples. Families, on the other hand, get their money's worth at the Allwetterzoo or the Mühlenhof open-air museum.

Events all year round

Münster is also the venue for many cultural events, sports competitions and festivals. For example, there is the Schauraum, the Festival of Museums and Galleries, the romantic Münster Christmas Market, the popular weekly market, the Send near Münster Castle and much more!

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Münster: Cycling paradise, university city and a real insider tip when it comes to city trips and cycle tours.
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The historic town hall in the city of peace Münster
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Münster's green pages

Münster Castle Münster Castle - Seat of the University
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Clever and beautiful: from a prince-bishop's residence, the castle in Münster has been transformed into a university and should not be missed on a visit. Situated directly on the promenade, the castle is the perfect part of your bike tour.
Combined with a walk around the Aasee lake and a visit to the botanical garden, you can take a break from the city.
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Erbdrostenhof Münster Erbdrostenhof Münster
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As part of the Baroque Island in Münster's city centre, the magnificent Erbdrostenhof is a jewel of the city - by day and brightly lit by night.
The Prinzipalmark, the Friedenssaal and the mighty cathedral are only a few metres away and invite you to take a tour of the old town.
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House Rüschhaus House Rüschhaus
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At the gates of Münster is a gem of late Baroque architecture. Only a few kilometres from Münster's city centre, Haus Rüschhaus is a popular destination for cyclists and hikers.
The Poetry Trail and the 100 Castles Route lead you in the footsteps of Annette von Droste-Hülshoff to the legendary Hülshoff Castle.
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Wilkinghege Castle Schloss Wilkinghege in Münster
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Wilkinghege Castle awaits you with refined hospitality behind historic walls. At the gates of Münster, the castle, hotel, golf course and cycle paths are combined to create a perfect short break.
Enjoy the almost limitless possibilities of city and countryside, surrounded by the castle landscape of Münsterland.
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House Vögeding Vögeding House in Münster
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Anyone following in the footsteps of Droste will inevitably pass Haus Vögeding. The historic 16th-century building between Haus Rüschhaus and Hülshoff Castle is one of the highlights of the Poetry Trail and, of course, a stop on the 100 Castles Route.
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House Dyckburg House Dyckburg
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In the midst of greenery, you will find Haus Dyckburg at the gates of Münster. A special highlight is the small baroque church with chapel on the estate. The surrounding forest invites you to go for a walk or a bike ride.
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Drostenhof Wolbeck Der Drostenhof Wolbeck
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It is a splendid example of Renaissance architecture in Westphalia: the Drostenhof in Münster. The listed and privately used house characterises the image of the Wolbeck district. The richly decorated windows, the tower and the façade of the manor house are particularly beautiful to look at.
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Listen in! Podcast "So oder so" | The Port in Münster

"SO OR SO - your Münsterland". With this podcast from Germany's most beautiful region, you will experience a short acoustic excursion to the harbour in Münster. Let Münsterland reporter Dennis Burk take you there and learn more about the urban and Mediterranean life on the harbour promenade. Curious about the perfect destination? Take seven minutes and listen in:

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