Münster Botanical Garden

The Münster Botanical Garden sits behind the Prince Bishop's Castle and spreads across different sections featuring varied plant types and habitats. The grounds include ten greenhouses housing tropical, Mediterranean, and other specialized plant collections.

The garden was founded in 1803 and was originally intended for the university's medical faculty to study medicinal plants. During French occupation, its focus shifted, and it later concentrated on native plants and scientific research.

The garden functions as a learning space for visitors of all ages, displaying plants from different climate zones around the world. You can observe how plants thrive in their natural habitats and understand their importance to people.

The garden is open daily with longer hours in summer and shorter hours in winter, and admission is free. Visitors with mobility needs will find accessible routes throughout the grounds and plenty of paths to explore.

The garden holds one of the world's largest collections of Pelargonium species, with many rare and unusual varieties in specialized greenhouses. This collection draws plant enthusiasts and researchers who want to study these fascinating plants.

Location: Münster

Inception: 1803

Website: https://uni-muenster.de/BotanischerGarten

GPS coordinates: 51.96370,7.61056

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:44