LVR open-air museum in Kommern

The LVR open-air museum in Mechernich is a large museum grounds that displays historical buildings from the Rhineland region, including farmhouses, mills, and village structures. The buildings date from different periods and are furnished with original items to show how people lived in the past.

The museum grounds were founded in 1961 and created after years of planning to preserve old building structures from the Rhineland. Over time, more buildings were added and restored to represent the way of life of different generations.

The different sections show how people in the Rhineland region lived and worked, from farming to crafts. You see authentic furniture, old tools, and the way families arranged their homes, which gives you a direct sense of everyday life from earlier times.

Walking through the grounds takes several hours and covers large areas, so comfortable shoes are important. There are paths between the buildings, rest areas, and food options, making it possible to spend a full day there.

The grounds contain an authentic 1950s living room where historical actors portray period life and answer visitor questions. These living interpretations make the past immediately experiential and more personal than a standard museum display.

Location: Mechernich

Inception: July 20, 1961

Official opening: July 20, 1961

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Address: Eickser Straße, 53894 Mechernich-Kommern

Email: kommern@lvr.de

Website: https://kommern.lvr.de/nl/startseite/startseite.html

GPS coordinates: 50.61135,6.62965

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:42