Historical Museum of the Palatinate

The Historical Museum of the Palatinate is a regional museum in Speyer with collections covering the history of the Palatinate from ancient times to the present. The exhibitions spread across multiple floors and present objects, artworks, and documents from different periods.

The museum was founded in 1910 and united collections from several local societies and institutions. Its holdings grew through donations and acquisitions, documenting the long history of the Palatinate region.

The museum displays everyday objects and handicrafts from the Palatinate region, showing how people lived and worked across different centuries. You can see clothing, furniture, and tools that shaped daily life in the area.

The museum is easily reached on foot from the Cathedral and is well equipped with stairs and elevators for moving between floors. You should plan for several hours to explore the different collections.

One of the highlights is the collection of historic wine glasses and bottles, including a wine vessel from the 4th century. These objects show that wine culture has been important to the region since ancient times.

Location: Speyer

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Opening Hours: Monday 10:00-18:00 "in der Regel nur während der Schulferien in Rheinland-Pfalz, Baden Württemberg oder Hessen";Tuesday-Sunday,Holidays 10:00-18:00

Phone: +49623213250

Website: https://museum.speyer.de

GPS coordinates: 49.31548,8.44143

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:55