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Germany is a rich heritage country that has preserved its unique history in more than 6200 museums covering every topic imaginable in every city and town across the country, including the mustard!
While some museums are specially opened for specific cultural artifacts, most of them will talk about the history of Germans, in particular, the Roman invasion and the times of Adolf Hitler. Well, if you did your history well, you’ll understand that museums in Germany give you rare access to the World Wars particulars, especially World War II, which was engineered by the then German leader Adolf Hitler.
So, it can be overwhelming to visit all the museums and can even be more challenging to handpick the best because they are located at the heart of almost every city and town, in tens of numbers.
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However, here are the top museums that you shouldn’t afford missing while in Germany:
Mercedes Benz Museum – Stuttgart
Wow! To remind you that you are in Germany, we must recommend this massive auto-mobile museum, which harbors the history of German’s meticulous automobile, and one of the world’s most potent car models, Mercedes-Benz Museum.
Top facts
- A range of classic automobiles, racing cars, and futuristic research vehicles
- Automobile tours are available, showcasing the ‘legend’ and ‘collection’ rooms in depth
- The building is built ‘barrier-free’ so that people with disabilities have no problems accessing all areas
Well, if you’ve never had a thing for Mercedes, then you should visit this place and not only witness but also be part of its fantastic technology. Remember, Germany is proud of literally anything that originated from there, and the powerful German machines lead the pack!
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Location: 100 Mercedesstraße, Bad Cannstatt Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, 70372, Germany
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Neandertal Museum – Mettmann
Do you remember the Darwinian theory of evolution?
Some skulls were discovered in different parts of the world, including Germany and some parts of sub-Saharan Africa. Well, Neandertal Museum is the home of the first discovery of Neanderthal man, who was believed to live in the caves around the hills, situated 12km on the outskirts of Düsseldorf.
Neandertal Museum is not only rich for evolution stories and chronological events but is also home to an archeological museum with tools that were used by man, back then. Furthermore, there is also a Stone Age workshop in the area with so many historical artifacts that you will hardly imagine even still existed.
Location: 300 Talstraße, Mettmann, Nordrhein-Westfalen, 40822, Germany
Green Vault Museum – Dresden
If you could stash all the jewelry and precious artifacts in Green Vault and walk away unnoticed, then you will probably be among the wealthiest people on the planet. Green Vault houses the largest collection of treasures in Europe, including the ones collected from the royal house of King Augustus II.
Other than the historical artifacts, there is also an exclusive collection of theme-based precious stones and minerals like the greed diamond and gemstones.
Location: Residenzschloss, Taschenberg 2, 01067 Dresden, Germany
Timings: 10AM-6PM (Tues-Sun) Monday closed.
Entry Fee: 12 Euros/person, which includes an audio-guide
Topography Of Terror – Berlin
Just as the name suggests, Topography Of Terror is one of the museums that you’ll not be charged a penny to see the aftermath of World War II as Germany was one of the most affected European countries.
Most artifacts are documented in the form of photographs and images and will walk you through the history and formation of Nazis up to the rise and fall of Hitler. It would be a great dishonor if you visited Germany, and you don’t come out with first-hand information about World War II. Topography Of Terror is opened daily from 10 am t0 8 pm, and entry is free of cost for everyone.
Location: Niederkirchnerstraße 8, 10963 Berlin, Germany
Timings: Daily, 10 AM-8 PM
Entry Fee: Free of cost
Museumsinsel (Museum Island) – Berlin
One island, five immersive museums: Pergamonmuseum, Bode-Museum, Neues Museum, Alte Nationalgalerie, and Altes Museum. Museumsinsel, home to the legendary bust of Nefertiti and the exquisite Pergamon Altar, was completed in 1930 and is known as the island of museums. The Museumsinsel is a unique museum ensemble of unsurpassed diversity and stature
Why you should go: Museum Island, an ensemble of five museums on an island in the River Spree, is one of the highlights of European cultural tourism.
Top facts
- UNESCO World Heritage site since 1999
- Works from Ancient Egypt, Byzantium, and Berlin
- Main artifacts: Bust of Nefertiti, Pergamon Altar, and the Ishtar Gate
- Combi-tickets are €12 to visit all 5 museums
The Sprengel Museum – Hannover
The Sprengel Museum ranks among the most important museums of modern art with its comprehensive permanent collection and diverse temporary exhibitions. The Museum houses a world-renowned collection of 20th century and contemporary art.
Top facts
- Opened in 1979
- Find dedicated sections in the museum for artists such as Pablo Picasso, Max Ernst, Emil Nolde, and Paul Klee
- The museum is organized thematically, rather than chronologically or alphabetically as many other museums are.
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