World Soil Museum

The World Soil Museum is a research museum in Wageningen that collects and displays soil profiles from around eighty countries worldwide. The collection shows soil types organized by climate, landform, parent rock, and age.

The museum was founded in 1966 and grew into a major research center managed by ISRIC - World Soil Information. Over the decades, soil samples were gathered from locations all over the world.

The museum building incorporates natural elements with clay loam coated walls, reflecting the connection between architecture and earth sciences.

Access is typically available on Wednesdays, but visits can also be arranged at other times by prior arrangement. It is helpful to check ahead and confirm the exact location before heading there.

The museum features six learning stations that cover topics like food production, water systems, soil degradation, landscapes, biodiversity, and climate issues. These interactive areas connect soil science directly to today's challenges.

Location: Wageningen

Inception: 1966

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: ISRIC

Website: http://wsm.isric.org

GPS coordinates: 51.98740,5.66640

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:44