Goethe-Nationalmuseum, Weimar

Name: Goethe-Nationalmuseum
Address: Frauenplan 1, Weimar, 99423, Germany
Telephone: +49 3643 545400

#10 among attractions in Weimar

Museum, History museum, Historical place, Art museum

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The Goethe-Nationalmuseum is a museum devoted to the German author Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, in the town of Weimar in Germany. It was founded on 8 August 1885 as a result of the will of Goethe's last living heir, his grandson Walther von Goethe, who left the Goethe House to the state. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°58'39"N, 11°19'43"E

Address

Frauenplan 1Weimar 99423 Germany

Contact

+49 3643 545400

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Goethe-Nationalmuseum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stadtschloss, Goethes Gartenhaus, Park an der Ilm, Bauhaus-Museum.

~1440 ftNE
Palace, History museum, Forts and castles
Stadtschloss, Weimar
7 min walk • The Stadtschloss Weimar, nestled in the heart of the culturally rich city of Weimar, Germany, is a historical castle that offers visitors a journey through time. This grand structure, which has been a pivotal part of Weimar's landscape, dates back to the early 16th...
~1940 ftE
Museum, Specialty museum, Garden
Goethes Gartenhaus, Weimar
10 min walk • Goethe's Garden House in the Park an der Ilm zu Weimar was a place of residence and work of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1998 as part of the "Classical Weimar" ensemble.
0.4 miSE
Park
Park an der Ilm, Weimar
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Weimar, Germany, the Park an der Ilm is a verdant oasis that offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. This picturesque park, sprawling along the banks of the Ilm River, is a testament to the natural beauty and historical...
~1070 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Bauhaus-Museum, Weimar
6 min walk • The Bauhaus-Museum in Weimar, Germany, stands as a testament to the revolutionary Bauhaus movement that has left a lasting impact on art, design, and architecture worldwide. Founded in 1919 by Walter Gropius, the Bauhaus school merged fine arts with crafts, leading...
~1920 ftS
Museum, Historical place, Cemetery
Classical Foundation Weimar, Weimar
10 min walk • The Klassik Stiftung Weimar is one of the largest and most significant cultural institutions in Germany. It owns more than 20 museums, palaces, historic houses and parks, as well as literary and art collections, a number of which are World Heritage Sites.
~110 ftE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Goethe House, Weimar
1 min walk • The Goethe House is the main house lived in by the writer, poet, and statesman Johann Wolfgang von Goethe whilst in Weimar, Germany, though he did live in several others in the town. The home serves as the main location of the Goethe-Nationalmuseum.
~1090 ftNW
Iconic statue of 2 German writers
Goethe–Schiller Monument, Weimar
6 min walk • The original Goethe–Schiller Monument is in Weimar, Germany. It incorporates Ernst Rietschel's 1857 bronze double statue of Johann Wolfgang Goethe and Friedrich Schiller, who are probably the two most revered figures in German literature.
~1220 ftNW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Deutsches Nationaltheater und Staatskapelle Weimar, Weimar
6 min walk • The Deutsche Nationaltheater und Staatskapelle Weimar is a German theatre and musical organisation based in Weimar. It is a twin institution, consisting of the theatrical Deutsches Nationaltheater and the symphony orchestra known as the Staatskapelle Weimar.
0.5 miSE
UNESCO-listed Bauhaus building
Haus am Horn, Weimar
14 min walk • The Haus am Horn is a domestic house in Weimar, Germany, designed by Georg Muche. It was built for the Bauhaus Werkschau exhibition which ran from July to September 1923.
~1350 ftN
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Church of Sts. Peter and Paul, Weimar
7 min walk • The church of St Peter and Paul in Weimar, Germany, is also known as Herderkirche after Johann Gottfried Herder. It is the most important church building of the town, and is called Stadtkirche, opposed to the courtly Schloßkirche.
~910 ftNE
Court library with an ornate Rococo hall
Duchess Anna Amalia Library, Weimar
5 min walk • The Duchess Anna Amalia Library in Weimar, Germany, houses a major collection of German literature and historical documents and is part of the UNO designated Classical Weimar.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Goethe-Nationalmuseum open?

Goethe-Nationalmuseum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 9 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 6 pm
Thursday 9 am - 6 pm
Friday 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday 9 am - 6 pm
Sunday 9 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Goethe-Nationalmuseum?

Nearby attractions include Goethe House, Weimar (1 min walk), Schillers Wohnhaus, Weimar (3 min walk), University of Music Franz Liszt Weimar, Weimar (4 min walk), Weimar Haus: Das Geschichtserlebnis, Weimar (4 min walk).

How to get to Goethe-Nationalmuseum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Goethe-Nationalmuseum:

Bus

Wielandplatz • Lines: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8 (3 min walk)
Bauhaus-Universität • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)

Train

Weimar Berkaer Bahnhof (18 min walk)
Weimar (25 min walk)