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Culture of Gelsenkirchen. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces
Among cultural attractions of the city, it's worth noting the Musical Theater, the construction of which started in 1956 and lasted three years. The beautiful theater building is one of the most beautiful architectural monuments of the postwar period. The theater's huge hall can accommodate 1005 people at a time, offering luxurious design and unique acoustics.
Gelsenkirchen is home to several special hotels that will amaze lovers of history and everything connected with the culture of past centuries. In one of the city’s strict buildings … 
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Couples planning a romantic getaway for a few days in Gelsenkirchen should definitely pay attention to the upscale Maritim Hotel Gelsenkirchen. It is considered one of the most prestigious … Open
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Very popular are tours of the old Nordstern Mine, near which you can find several more important historical sights. The mine itself is converted into a museum, which houses a large collection of old model trains. Close to the mines, there is the magnificent Amphitheater - one of the most original and daring modern buildings. While walking in the new town, vacationers will see original buildings, monuments, and picturesque squares at every step. Important sights can be found in every district of Gelsenkirchen. 
City tours, excursions and tickets in Gelsenkirchen and surroundings
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Map of all palaces
Public palaces near Gelsenkirchen
♥ Palace 'Schloss Benrath' Düsseldorf, 41.5 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Gelsenkirchen and around
♥ Art museum 'Museum Folkwang' Essen, 8.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Von der Heydt Museum' Wuppertal, 29.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'museum Kunst Palast' Düsseldorf, 36.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen' Düsseldorf, 37.3 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Gelsenkirchen
♥ Basilika St. Suitbertus, Düsseldorf, 32.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilika St. Margareta, Düsseldorf-Gerresheim, 33.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilika St. Lambertus, Düsseldorf, 37.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Münster-Basilika St. Quirin, Neuss, 43.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilika St. Viktor („St. Viktor-Dom”), Xanten, 44.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Münster-Basilika St. Vitus, Mönchengladbach, 56.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Dom St. Paulus, Münster, 63.5 km from the center. On the map
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Unique spots in Gelsenkirchen and near
Dom Cologne Cathedral
From the series “Gothic Architecture – Magnificent Monuments”
Check on the map: Distance from Gelsenkirchen center - 64.3 km.
A beautiful sculpture of the Milan Madonna is located in the cathedral. It is also considered an outstanding sculptural creation in the Gothic style. Many beautiful legends are associated with Cologne Cathedral. According to one of them, the devil helped the architect Gerhard make drawings of the unique facade. The architect's wife managed to outwit the devil and save her husband's soul from a terrible fate. Another legend says that the devil was so angry at the deception that he predicted the end of the world on the day when the cathedral will be completed. Perhaps this is why one of the most beautiful Gothic cathedrals in the world was never completed. …
Read further Distance from Gelsenkirchen center - 64.3 km.
Abteiberg Museum
From the series “Famous buildings of Postmodern architecture”
Check on the map: Distance from Gelsenkirchen center - 56.1 km.
The year 1901 is considered the official date of the museum's foundation. It occupied several rooms in the city hall building for the first three years of its existence. The museum moved to the former Protestant school building in 1904. It was located there until 1925. The museum was moved to the Karl-Brandt House in 1926. It stayed there until 1944. This historic building was destroyed during the Second World War. So the museum had to find a new location. It was located in the Oskar-Kühlen-Haus building until 1982. The museum building is an outstanding architectural landmark of Monchengladbach today. …
Read further Distance from Gelsenkirchen center - 56.1 km.
Photogallery of cultural heritage of Gelsenkirchen
Landmarks of culture on Gelsenkirchen map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc
Culture guide to Gelsenkirchen. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Gelsenkirchen: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Gelsenkirchen. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!
