Münster is a city located in the heart of the North Rhine-Westphalia region in Germany. It is characterized by rich history, culture and picturesque landscapes. Münster is famous for its historic buildings that have retained their beautiful form over the centuries. Prinzipalmarkt This bustling market square is home to buildings that are a perfect example of the city’s medieval heritage. Take a walk around this charming place and check out how wonderful the atmosphere is here.
Museums:
Münster is a city of museums of which there are over 30 in total. Among them, in our opinion, the most important is the Pablo Picasso Art Museum.
- Art Museum Pablo Picasso
The Musée Picasso-Paris collection comprises over 5,000 works and tens of thousands of archived pieces. For its quality and scope as well as the range of art forms it encompasses, this collection is the only one in the world to present both Picasso’s complete painted, sculpted, engraved and illustrated œuvre and a precise record—through sketches, studies, drafts, notebooks, etchings in various stages, photographs, illustrated books, films and documents—of the artist’s creative process.
Westphalian State Museum of Art & Cultural History
The Westphalian State Museum of Art & Cultural History with a collection that encompasses a wide range of artistic styles and periods, from medieval to contemporary, the provides a captivating journey through time. Art enthusiasts will be captivated by the impressive array of paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts that reflect the region’s historical narrative and cultural evolution. The museum’s architecture is as striking as its exhibits, featuring beautifully designed spaces that enhance the viewing experience.
Church Of St. Lambert in Münster
Church of St. The Lambert Church is a Roman Catholic church building in Münster, dedicated to Lambert of Maastricht. Its current building is the most important example of late Gothic Westphalian architecture. It lies on the north side of the Prinzipalmarkt in the city center.
St. Paul’s Cathedral in Münster
The cathedral in its present state is essentially a creation of the 13th century. Of particular note is the astronomical clock, a marvel of the late Middle Ages the calendar, which reaches into the year 2071 (carillon and revolving of the Magi, from Mondays to Saturdays at noon, on Sundays and holidays at 12.30 pm).
A few steps away from the clock is the sepulchral chapel of Clemens August Cardinal von Galen, the “Lion of Münster”. Pope John Paul II prayed here in 1987. A memorial stone commemorates this event today.
Prinzipalmarkt
The main square is historically the most important market square in Münster. Discover beautiful historical buildings with picturesque facades along the Elkaar River. At the southern end of the cobbled avenue stands the Tenement Tower with an elegant clock and pleasant day care. Admire the arches and towers of the Gothic façade of the nearby historic town hall, and consider the building’s importance to the 17th-century Peace of Westphalia, which ended the Thirty Years’ and Eighty Years’ Wars.
The gable roofs and arcades of the neighboring houses refer to the pyramidal shape of the old town hall. Stroll north along the avenue and browse the luxury shops. You will find many jewelry stores, bookstores and fashion brands here. Visit the bakery for fresh baked goods. Relax at a café and get a taste of the local culture while watching people pass by.
Schloss Münster
Münster Castle is a main attractions, a famous venue for the Münster giant fair Send and should not be missed on a city tour. Thanks to its central location, it not only invites you to take a stroll through the historic streets of the city, but there are also numerous other sights in the immediate vicinity. You should definitely allow time for a visit to the castle gardens with botanical gardens. The castle itself is now the seat of the administration of the University of Münster.
Allwetterzoo Münster – Zoo
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