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Horse Museum at the Allwetterzoo Münster
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Experience the horse as a cultural asset
Westphalian Horse Museum

The Horse Museum at the Allwetterzoo 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. Thanks to its unusual concept and location in the middle of Münster's Allwetterzoo , it offers a wealth of information and attractions about horses. On 1,000 square metres of exhibition space, the museum is dedicated to the natural and cultural history of the horse in Westphalia in an informative and entertaining way.

Numerous hands-on and media stations as well as exciting original objects provide insights into the centuries-long relationship between horse and man. Visitors also meet the imposing "Polydor", one of the most successful breeding stallions of all time, learn exciting details about the life of a pit horse and experience the world from the point of view of the noble animals.

The riding simulators are particularly popular with children, where they can try out the three gaits of walk, trot and gallop. The interactive carriage simulator is also a real crowd-puller: high on the carriage stand of a historic "wagonette", visitors can choose between a leisurely carriage ride across meadows and bridges or a sporty ride through an obstacle course.

Exhibitions and horses up close

Exhibitions in the Horse Museum

In addition to the exciting permanent exhibition, the Westphalian Horse Museum regularly presents special exhibitions on various topics. The focus is - of course - the horse, but there are also exhibitions on other animals. Particularly popular is the renowned photo exhibition "Wildlife Photographer of the Year", which the Horse Museum has been showing every winter since 2012.

Horses up close

The "Hippomaxx" arena is located right next to the museum building. Here you can experience horses up close and in action: Shows and demonstrations on various horse breeds and riding styles take place regularly in the riding arena. For the youngest horse fans, there is the "Get up close to the horse!" campaign, where children can gain their first experience with a horse.
There are even more "real" horses in the adjacent children's and horse park. Various breeds of horses live in the spacious horse enclosure, just waiting to be stroked by guests young and old.

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Service and offers

  • Guided tours
  • Indoor
  • barrier-free
  • Child-friendly

Opening hours

Öffnungszeiten vom 01.04. to 30.09.
  • Monday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:30 Uhr
  • Tuesday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:30 Uhr
  • Wednesday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:30 Uhr
  • Thursday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:30 Uhr
  • Friday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:30 Uhr
  • Saturday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:30 Uhr
  • Sunday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:30 Uhr
Öffnungszeiten vom 01.10. to 31.03.
  • Monday
    09:00 Uhr bis 17:30 Uhr
  • Tuesday
    09:00 Uhr bis 17:30 Uhr
  • Wednesday
    09:00 Uhr bis 17:30 Uhr
  • Thursday
    09:00 Uhr bis 17:30 Uhr
  • Friday
    09:00 Uhr bis 17:30 Uhr
  • Saturday
    09:00 Uhr bis 17:30 Uhr
  • Sunday
    09:00 Uhr bis 17:30 Uhr
Öffnungszeiten vom 01.11. to 28.02.
  • Monday
    09:00 Uhr bis 16:30 Uhr
  • Tuesday
    09:00 Uhr bis 16:30 Uhr
  • Wednesday
    09:00 Uhr bis 16:30 Uhr
  • Thursday
    09:00 Uhr bis 16:30 Uhr
  • Friday
    09:00 Uhr bis 16:30 Uhr
  • Saturday
    09:00 Uhr bis 16:30 Uhr
  • Sunday
    09:00 Uhr bis 16:30 Uhr

Öffnungszeiten am 24.12. und 31.12

09:00 - 12:30 Uhr
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Öffnungszeiten am 25.12., 26.12., 01.01.

09:00 - 16:30 Uhr

Admission prices

Day tickets

  • normal:
    21,90 €
  • reduced:
    15,90 €
  • Children:
    12,90 €
  • reduced:
    18,90 €

The visit to the Horse Museum is included in the Zoo admission. Groups of 20 or more: Adults €19.90, children €10.90, schoolchildren/students/apprentices €13.90, senior citizens €16.90.

After-work tickets

  • Adults:
    16,90 €
  • reduced:
    11,90 €
  • Children:
    9,90 €
  • reduced:
    14,90 €
  • These opening hours are valid for the time being during the Corona pandemic.
  • The visit to the horse museum is included in the zoo entrance fee

Guided tours

  • normal:
    35,00 €

Duration: approx. 1 hour

Number of participants: max. 25 people

Children's birthdays

  • normal:
    45,00 €

The visit to the Horse Museum is included in the Zoo admission.

Groups of 20 or more: Adults € 13.90, children € 6.90

Events at the Westphalian Horse Museum

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The climate - past, present, future Special exhibition
15.06.2022, 09:00 15.10.2023, 18:00
LWL Museum of Natural History, Münster
Organiser: LWL-Museum für Naturkunde mit Planetarium
Exhibition

The climate has an impact on the earth and on us humans, and this is precisely what the special exhibition at the LWL Museum of Natural History is about. Guests are taken on a journey through the past, present and future on 1,000 square metres and can become active climate researchers themselves. The exhibition appeals to all the senses and offers interesting facts for young and old.

Time
15.06.2022, 09:00 15.10.2023, 18:00
Location
Opening hours
Öffnungszeiten vom 15.06.2022 to 15.10.2023
  • Monday
    closed
  • Tuesday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Wednesday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Thursday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Friday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Saturday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Sunday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
Prices
Eintritt
  • ermäßigt: 4
  • Kinder (Kinder und Jugendliche unter 18 Jahre): 0
  • Erwachsene: 7.5
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Sep
24
So
Elephant feeding at the Allwetterzoo Münster
24.09.2023, 12:00 24.09.2023, ca.12:15
Elefantengehege, Münster
guided tour

At this event, not only people but also elephants get to enjoy themselves.

With tasty apples and bananas and cucumbers, guests of the Allwetterzoos Münster are allowed to feed the large elephants from their hands, free of charge.

Depending on the weather, the feedings can take place indoors and outdoors.

Time
24.09.2023, 12:00 24.09.2023, ca.12:15
Location
Prices
Eintritt

*Der Eintritt zur Fütterung ist im Eintritt in den Allwetterzoo inbegriffen.

  • Eintritt frei (*): 0
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Sep
24
So
Red Panda Feeding
24.09.2023, 12:00 24.09.2023, ca.12:30
Red Panda Enclosure, Münster
Organiser: Allwetterzoo Münster
Exhibition
guided tour

The name panda is Nepali and means "bamboo eater" - the favourite food of the small mammals. But the odd piece of fruit is also part of the menu.


Time
24.09.2023, 12:00 24.09.2023, ca.12:30
Location
Prices
Eintritt

*Der Eintritt für die Fütterung ist bereits im Eintrittsticket zum Allwetterzoo enthalten.

  • Eintritt frei (*): 0
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Sep
24
So
Penguin feeding by visitors
24.09.2023, 12:00 24.09.2023, ca.12:30
Penguin enclosure, Münster
Organiser: Allwetterzoo Münster
Exhibition
guided tour

Grab a fish and feed your favourite tailcoats yourself.

Please make sure to feed the penguins only in the water.

The food is provided by the keepers and is free of charge.

Time
24.09.2023, 12:00 24.09.2023, ca.12:30
Location
Prices
Eintritt

*Der Eintritt für die Fütterung ist bereits im Eintrittsticket zum Allwetterzoo enthalten.

  • Eintritt frei (*): 0
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Sep
24
So
Sea lion show
24.09.2023, 12:30 24.09.2023, ca.13:00
Robbenhaven, Münster
Seminar

The Californian sea lions at the Seal Haven are happy to show off their amazing skills in a show.

It's never boring for the sea lions thanks to the shows and training sessions. Guests at the show certainly won't be bored either. In addition to breathtaking feats in an idyllic setting, the animal keepers tell exciting stories about the animals' origins.

Time
24.09.2023, 12:30 24.09.2023, ca.13:00
Location
Opening hours
Öffnungszeiten vom 01.11.2022 to 28.02.2023
  • Monday
    11:30 Uhr bis 12:00 Uhr
    14:30 Uhr bis 15:00 Uhr
  • Tuesday
    11:30 Uhr bis 12:00 Uhr
    14:30 Uhr bis 15:00 Uhr
  • Wednesday
    11:30 Uhr bis 12:00 Uhr
    14:30 Uhr bis 15:00 Uhr
  • Thursday
    11:30 Uhr bis 12:00 Uhr
    14:30 Uhr bis 15:00 Uhr
  • Friday
    11:30 Uhr bis 12:00 Uhr
    14:30 Uhr bis 15:00 Uhr
  • Saturday
    11:30 Uhr bis 12:00 Uhr
    14:30 Uhr bis 15:00 Uhr
  • Sunday
    12:30 Uhr bis 13:00 Uhr
    14:00 Uhr bis 14:30 Uhr
Prices
Eintritt

Der Eintritt zum Robbenhaven ist im Eintritt zum Allwetterzoo enthalten.

Um eine Spende wird gebeten.

  • Eintritt frei (*): 0
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