Museum Schnütgen, Cologne

Name: Museum Schnütgen
Address: Cäcilienstraße 29-33, Cologne, 50667, Germany
Telephone: +49 221 22131355

#83 among attractions in Cologne

Museum, Romanesque architecture, Art museum, Specialty museum

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Facts and practical information

The Schnütgen Museum in Cologne is devoted to Christian religious art, mainly medieval, but some parts of the collection, such as its textiles and prints, extend from antiquity to the modern period. In 1906, the collection of Alexander Schnütgen was donated to the city, and the collection has continued to expand, so that until the opening of a new building in 2010, only about 10% of its 13,000 items could be displayed. Now some 2,000 objects are on display in 1900 sq. metres of gallery space, with an additional 1300 sq. metres for special exhibitions. Schnütgen was a Catholic priest and theologian; according to the museum website "Up to now people tell stories about his zealous and sometimes crafty collection tactics". ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°56'4"N, 6°57'3"E

Address

Cäcilienstraße 29-33Innenstadt (Altstadt-Süd)Cologne 50667 Germany

Contact

+49 221 22131355

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Day trips

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museum Schnütgen open?

Museum Schnütgen is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 8 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museum Schnütgen?

Nearby attractions include St Peter's Church, Cologne (2 min walk), St. Cecilia's Church, Cologne (2 min walk), Stadtbibliothek Köln, Cologne (2 min walk), Antoniterkirche, Cologne (5 min walk).

How to get to Museum Schnütgen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museum Schnütgen:

Tram

Neumarkt • Lines: 1, 16, 18, 3, 4, 7, 9 (5 min walk)

Bus

Neumarkt • Lines: 136, 146 (5 min walk)
Rothgerberbach/Poststraße • Lines: 978 (8 min walk)

Light rail

Rathaus • Lines: 5 (12 min walk)

Train

Cologne central station (18 min walk)
Köln Süd (20 min walk)