Sightseeing in Munster - what to see. Complete travel guide

The history of this city enumerates over 1,200 years. This is one of the most beautiful and attractive tourist towns of Germany. Here you will find both modern buildings and ancient medieval buildings. The atmosphere of Muenster is calm and the city has simply everything for quality rest.

Speaking of the remarkable and iconic places in the city, it is worth mentioning its historical and architectural importance. Muenster is known as one of the leading German cities relating to the number of historical monuments. Villa Ten Hompel is one of the most unusual museums, which exposition is devoted to the Police. During the excursion you will learn information about the way Jews were persecuted during the days of nationalism. Most interesting facts about the history of the town can be found in the City Museum. Here is stored a rich collection of photographs, the most valuable of which is a series of snapshots made during the Second World War.

The most notable structure of Muenster is a castle named Schloss. The castle is used for University of Munster and around 39,000 students study here. Art-lovers should definitely visit the Museum of Picasso graphics. It was opened in 2000 and at some points this place is truly unique. Here visitors can see a little less than eight hundred works of the great artist. If you wish to get more acquainted with the lifestyle of early settlers, then visit Muhlenhof Museum, which is located near the city center. This is the largest museum under the open sky. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Those, who wish to enjoy beautiful nature, should to go for a walk to the Aasee Lake. Here are organized boat rides, and the lake is surrounded by a beautiful park. On the territory of the park you can find the Planetarium, the Museum of Natural History and a huge zoo. Tourists, who wish to purchase local goods, should go to the Main market where they will find shops and boutiques to fit absolutely any taste.

One of the main symbols of the city has always been the magnificent Cathedral Church of Saint Paul built in the 13th century. The place for its construction wasn't chosen by chance: it stands on the very spot where the first church was built in the 8th century by the founder of the city - Saint Liudger. Throughout its history, the cathedral was rebuilt and supplemented with new elements, and today its appearance combines features of the Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque styles. The cathedral has a beautiful interior decoration, its walls keep elegant sculptures and elements of the woodwork, as well as original stained glass windows. The main decoration of the cathedral is it ancient astronomical clock installed in the 16th century.

Another bright historical symbol of the city is the Town Hall building known as the place of signing the Peace of Westphalia in 1648. The Town Hall building is still used for its intended purpose, it is open to the public several times a week. Everyone can appreciate the Town Hall's luxurious antiques as well as visit the very hall where the Peace of Westphalia was signed.

The most striking Gothic monument of Munster is the church of St. Lambert. If you look at its tower, you can see three small cells attached to it. In the 16th century, they were used for the execution of Anabaptists. The church is closely surrounded by other historical buildings, so it is not easy to find it for uninformed tourists.

One of the most interesting places for walking in Münster is the Prinzipalmarkt famous for its beautiful Renaissance buildings. Each of such buildings has its own unique facade with original ornaments. Some buildings are decorated with old coats of arms, while on the other facades you can see beautiful sculptural compositions. The ground floors of many historic buildings often accommodate popular shops, restaurants, and cafes.

One of the city's oldest buildings is the Church of Our Lady, the construction of which began back in 1040. This church founded by representatives of the noble women's convention housed a small boarding school where young ladies could receive an education. The historic church is still functioning.