Eulenspiegel-Museum

The Eulenspiegel-Museum is a museum for medieval folklore figures housed in a historic half-timbered building in Schöppenstedt. The collection features prints, posters, and sculptures depicting this character and brings together different interpretations from various periods.

The museum preserves a rare 1555 Frankfurt edition, showing how long this character has been rooted in literature. Since then, the story has been retold and reinterpreted many times, explaining its lasting appeal across many generations.

The space shows how this medieval character has remained alive in German tradition and reflected itself in art and crafts across centuries. You can see that the figure represents local identity and continues to draw people interested in old stories.

The building is easy to find and visitors get a direct overview of all exhibits within its rooms. Those who visit should take time to explore the different areas, as there is much to discover and a relaxed pace enhances the experience.

The museum features a large interactive pop-up book area where visitors can physically explore the stories of this character themselves. This hands-on way of learning makes the tales tangible and shows how such narratives made sense to people across centuries.