Cloppenburg Museum Village, Open-air museum in Cloppenburg, Germany
The Cloppenburg Museum Village is an open-air museum with more than 50 authentic historical buildings spread across large grounds. The buildings come from different time periods and show the rural architecture of the Lower Saxony region.
The museum was founded in 1934 by schoolteacher Heinrich Ottenjann as a way to preserve rural buildings. World War II brought artillery damage to the grounds, but the site was rebuilt and continued to grow.
The buildings show how people lived and worked in rural areas long ago, with farmhouses, workshops, and a chapel from the 1600s. Visitors can see the craftsmanship and building materials that were used across generations.
The grounds are large and designed for walking, so wear comfortable shoes and allow time to explore different areas at your own pace. There are shaded areas under trees and covered paths that offer shelter if the weather changes.
The museum houses the Oldenburg meteorite, a 4.84 kg stone that fell to Earth in 1930 near nearby villages. This space rock is one of the less-known highlights and shows the diverse collections on display.
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