Castle Museum, Nideggen, Medieval castle museum in Nideggen, Germany.
The museum occupies multiple exhibition rooms within the restored castle tower, displaying artifacts and exhibits about medieval castle life.
Count Wilhelm II of Jülich constructed the original castle between 1177 and 1191, which served as the residence for the Counts of Jülich until the 15th century.
The museum presents exhibits about medieval knights, economic systems, and daily life through artifacts, documents, and educational displays.
The museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with guided tours available for groups and educational programs for schools.
Visitors can explore the castle's dungeon section to learn about the experiences of notable prisoners, including Duke Ludwig of Bavaria and Archbishop Konrad von Hochstaden.
Location: Nideggen
Inception: September 27, 1979
Official opening: September 27, 1979
Accessibility: Inaccessible en fauteuil roulant
Operator: Kreis Düren
Email: burgenmuseum@kreis-dueren.de
Website: http://kreis-dueren.de/burgenmuseum
GPS coordinates: 50.68881,6.47734
Latest update: March 8, 2025 02:04
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