Museum Kunst der Westküste

Museum Kunst der Westküste is an art museum in Alkersum focused on maritime themes and coastal representations. The collection includes paintings and graphics from Romanticism through Modernism, showcasing different artistic techniques and styles across various periods.

The museum was founded in 2009 and contains works from 1830 to 1930, a period of intense artistic innovation along the German North Sea coast. This timespan covers important developments in Northern European modern art history.

The collection presents works by artists who engaged with life along the North Sea coast and captured their surroundings in their work. These pieces reflect how important nature and the sea were to the people of this region.

Visiting is most straightforward during the week, with the museum following a standard rhythm. Expect a typical museum visit lasting roughly two to three hours.

The building itself was designed by a noted contemporary architect and subtly fits into the landscape of the island region. The design of the museum structure is as significant as the artworks inside.

Location: Alkersum

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: Det Paulsen Legaat gemeinnützige GmbH

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-17:00

Website: https://mkdw.de

GPS coordinates: 54.70809,8.50996

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:03