Museums in the Münsterland

Münsterland has a rich museum landscape. Almost every town invites you to go on a journey of discovery with its small and large museums. Museums run lovingly and by volunteers are lined up with top-class art museums. Look far back into the past, be surprised by tradition and lifestyle and marvel at great masterpieces."Look, marvel and experience" is the motto of many museums and "Participation expressly desired" is not only aimed at children. Changing exhibitions, workshops, guided tours and events always provide new excitement and a worthwhile repeat visit.

Use our list of museums in the Münsterland and plan a visit to one during your next stay in the Münsterland. Especially convenient for cyclists: a cycle path is guaranteed to lead to most museums.

Art museums

Museum Pablo Picasso Pablo Picasso Art Museum Münster
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Münster
A unique exhibition and great special exhibition put the Pablo Picasso Art Museum in the first rank of museums in Münsterland.
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LWL Museum LWL Museum for Art and Culture
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
For art and culture in Münster
The LWL Museum of Art and Culture in Münster is a true star in the cultural sky in Münsterland. Here, unique art is conveyed in an outstanding way.
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Kolvenburg The Kolvenburg in Billerbeck
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Billerbeck
Cultural centre and event space or simply a beautiful building. In any case, the Kolvenburg inspires its visitors.
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Bentlage Monastery Entrance to Bentlage Monastery
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Rheine
Nature and culture in harmony - this is what makes Bentlage Monastery so extraordinarily attractive. High-quality exhibitions in the museum, a relaxed atmosphere in the monastery garden and wonderful cycle paths along the banks of the Ems.
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Kunsthaus-Ruchniewitz Kunsthaus-Ruchniewitz in Billerbeck
© Münsterland e.V./ Philipp Fölting
In Billerbeck
New creativity revives the old noble courtyard in the heart of the cathedral city of Billerbeck. At Kunsthaus-Ruchniewitz, new treasures are created in an extraordinary setting.
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DA, Kunsthaus DA, Gravenhorst Monastery Art Centre
© DA, Kunsthaus Kloster Gravenhorst/Philipp Fölting
In Hörstel
The interactive art installations, concerts and other cultural events transform the DA, Kunsthaus Kloster Gravenhorst into a lively art venue where art can be experienced.
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Lette Glass Museum Lette Glass Museum
© Münsterland e.V./Sebastian Lehrke
In Coesfeld
A fascinating display of contemporary European glass art awaits you at the Lette Glass Museum in Coesfeld.
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Draiflessen Collection Draiflessen Collection
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Mettingen
The Draiflessen Collection in Mettingen is one of the most impressive art museums in the region. Originally started as a private collection of the Brenninkmeyer family, it is now open to the public.
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Ahlen Art Museum Ahlen Art Museum
© Maren Kuiter
In Ahlen
Experience art from the 20th century to the present day in extraordinary architecture: The Ahlen Art Museum presents modern and contemporary positions in changing exhibitions.
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Liesborn Abbey Lieborn Abbey in Wadersloh
© Münsterland e.V. / Philipp Fölting
In Wadersloh
A real gem for culture lovers is Liesborn Abbey in Wadersloh. Here, history is excitingly told behind historic walls.
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Vischering Castle Vischering Castle
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Lüdinghausen
One of the most beautiful castles in Münsterland has developed into one of the most interesting cultural centres. We wouldn't be surprised if a knight came out of the castle right away.
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Museums of Cultural History

Droste Museum Droste Museum in Havixbeck
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Havixbeck
The museum provides visitors with lively insights into the lifestyles of the Münster nobility, especially of course into the life of Droste.
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Droste Welten Rüschhaus Droste Welten in Münster
© Center for Literature/Hanna Heander
In Münster
Once the "snail shell" of Annette von Droste-Hülshoff, today a museum that provides an insight into the life of the famous poet.
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kult in Vreden Entrance area of the kult
© Münsterland e.V. / Philipp Fölting
Cultural History Centre
The kult in Vreden combines state-of-the-art architecture, culture, history and science under one roof.
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RELiGIO RELiGIO in Telgte
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Telgte
The RELiGIO in Telgte invites you to discover the religious life of the people of the present and the past. The Telgte Hunger Cloth is considered the most valuable work of art.
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rock'n'pop museum rock'n'pop museum
© Münsterland e.V. / Sebastian Lehrke
In Gronau
Experience the history of rock and pop. The unique museum offers an unforgettable insight.
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Sandstone Museum Baumberger-Sandstein-Museum in Havixbeck
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Havixbeck
Sandstone has changed the Münsterland. The Baumberger Sandstone Museum tells how.
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School Museum School museum in Ahaus
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Ahaus
The lovingly compiled exhibition at Ahaus Castle invites visitors on a journey back in time to school history.
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Abbey Museum Asbeck Abbey Museum
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Legden
The museum in the dormitory provides a lively insight into the world of the Westphalian ladies' convent. Admire church treasures, historical everyday objects, paintings and other interesting exhibits.
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Leeden Abbey Museum Leeden Abbey Museum
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Tecklenburg
What was life like for the residents of a noble ladies' convent in the past? Come to the Leeden Abbey Museum and find out!
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Pottery Museum The Pottery Museum in Ochtrup
© Münsterland e.V. /Sebastian Lehrke
In Ochtrup
The pottery museum in Ochtrup presents an interesting overview of the work of the Ochtrup potteries of the past.
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Villa Medica Museum Villa Medica: the Museum of Medicine and Pharmacy in Rhede
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Rhede
Villa Medica invites you on a fascinating journey through the history of medicine, health and pharmacy.
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Washing museum Museum of historical washing technology
© Münsterland e.V./Maximilian Lehrke
In Ostbevern
This museum, which is probably unique in Germany, takes you through the history of washing. How did people wash, iron and dry their laundry not so long ago?
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House Nottbeck kulturgut Haus Nottbeck
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Oelde
Between meadow orchards and fragrant fields, the Haus Nottbeck cultural estate in Oelde is far removed from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. A little insider tip!
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Historical museums

Vischering Castle Vischering Castle
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Lüdinghausen
One of the most beautiful castles in Münsterland has developed into one of the most interesting cultural centres. We wouldn't be surprised if a knight came out of the castle right away.
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Bentlage Monastery Entrance to Bentlage Monastery
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Rheine
Nature and culture in harmony - this is what makes Bentlage Monastery so extraordinarily attractive. High-quality exhibitions in the museum, a relaxed atmosphere in the monastery garden and wonderful cycle paths along the banks of the Ems.
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LWL Roman Museum The LWL Roman Museum in Haltern am See
© Münsterland e.V./Maximilian Lehrke
In Haltern am See
World history was written in Haltern am See. The LWL Roman Museum shows more about this.
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Liesborn Abbey Lieborn Abbey in Wadersloh
© Münsterland e.V. / Philipp Fölting
In Wadersloh
A real gem for culture lovers is Liesborn Abbey in Wadersloh. Here, history is excitingly told behind historic walls.
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Cappenberg Castle Cappenberg Castle
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Selm
Gleaming white with a striking red roof: this is how Cappenberg Castle sits majestically and visible from afar on the ridge of the suburb of the same name in the town of Selm in southern Münsterland.
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West Prussian State Museum West Prussian State Museum
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Warendorf
Discover the culture and history of West Prussia in the heart of Warendorf. Exciting exhibits and installations as well as moving stories await you.
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City and regional museums

FARB The FARB from the outside
© Stadt Borken
In Borken
The Forum Altes Rathaus Borken - FARB for short - is the new cultural venue in the centre of Borken and the town's museum.
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Museum Island Hof Deitmar Museum Island Hof Deitmar
© Münsterland e.V. / Maximilian Lehrke
In Emsdetten
An island with four museums has grown up around the "nucleus" of the town, Hof Deitmar. Each one is unique in its own way and shows special, contemporary historical events from Emsdetten.
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kult in Vreden Entrance area of the kult
© Münsterland e.V. / Philipp Fölting
Cultural History Centre
The kult in Vreden combines state-of-the-art architecture, culture, history and science under one roof.
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City Museum Open air stage Werne
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Werne
Experience 1000 years of the town's history at the Werne Town Museum - with exciting exhibitions, events, guided tours and offers for children and school classes.
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Tüöttenmuseum Tüöttenmuseum in Mettingen
© Münsterland e.V. / Maximilian Lehrke
In Mettingen
If you want to learn more about the life of the Tüötten (linen merchants) and the history of Mettingen, there is no way around a visit to this museum.
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Ramsdorf Castle The castle in the district of Velen-Ramsdorf
© Münsterland e.V./ Philipp Fölting
In Velen
Ramsdorf Castle not only characterises the centre of Velen-Ramsdorf, but also provides an insight into the history of the region in its museum.
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Museum Falkenhof Falkenhof Museum in Rheine
© Münsterland e.V. / Philipp Fölting
In Rheine
In the heart of the city of Rheine, the historic Falkenhof offers a very special cultural treasure in its museum.
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Heuer House The Pottery Museum in Ochtrup
© Münsterland e.V./Sebastian Lehrke
In Beelen
The pottery museum in Ochtrup presents an interesting overview of the work of the Ochtrup potteries of the past.
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Natural History Museums

LWL Museum of Natural History LWL Museum of Natural History
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Münster
Fascination Universe. The LWL Museum of Natural History with Planetarium is a truly special place. Learn more about our impressive and beautiful planet.
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Horse Museum Horse Museum at the Allwetterzoo Münster
© Münsterland e.V. / Philipp Fölting
In Münster
A museum of a special kind. If you love horses or want to learn more about these animals, a visit to the Westphalian Horse Museum is an absolute must.
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Geomuseum Geomuseum in Münster
© Christoph Steinweg
University of Münster
The Geomuseum at the University of Münster illustrates the 13.8 billion year history of our Earth - from the Big Bang to the present day!
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Technical and Industrial Museums

LWL textile plant LWL textile plant
© LWL-Industriemuseum Textilwerk Bocholt
In Bocholt
The LWL-TextilWerk looks back impressively on the textile history of the city of Bocholt. Where once thousands worked, today stands the most important industrial museum in the region.
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Cement museum Cement museum in Beckum
© Münsterland e.V./Maximilian Lehrke
In Beckum
The Cement Museum in Beckum provides insights into limestone layers millions of years old and the famous history of the so-called cement district.
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Tractor museum Westerkappeln Tractor Museum
© Münsterland e.V./Maximilian Lehrke
In Westerkappeln
In this former agricultural distillery, you can find out how solid grains are turned into liquid Münsterland Doppelkorn. And other exciting stories about the spirit.
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Bell Museum Westphalian Bell Museum Gescher
© Münsterland e.V./Kai Marc Pel
In Gescher
The museum invites you to explore the phenomenon of the bell in a variety of ways. You can research and try things out at the hands-on stations.
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Tractor museum Westerkappeln Tractor Museum
© Münsterland e.V./Maximilian Lehrke
In Westerkappeln
The heart of technology enthusiasts beats faster here. Immerse yourself in the world of historic agricultural machinery and discover an impressive collection of around 30 tractors.
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Open-air museums

Mühlenhof Open-Air Museum Mühlenhof Münster
© Münsterland e.V./Sebastian Lehrke/Long-Nong Huang
In Münster
The Mühlenhof open-air museum is a wonderful place to learn and discover more about people's lives in the previous century.
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Sachsenhof Sachsenhof in Greven
© Münsterland e.V./Kai Marc Pel
In Greven
The Sachsenhof open-air museum invites you to immerse yourself in early medieval Saxon life.
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Children’s Museum

Klipp Klapp Children's Museum Klipp Klapp Children's Museum in Oelde
© Münsterland e.V./Philipp Fölting
In Oelde
A paradise for little explorers and big adventurers. The Klipp Klapp children's museum in Oelde guarantees fun and enjoyment.
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