Mineralogisches Museum Hamburg, Mineralogical museum in Rotherbaum, Germany
The Mineralogical Museum Hamburg is a collection of minerals, ores, gemstones, rocks, and meteorites displayed across two floors at Grindelallee. The exhibition shows specimens from all continents and offers visitors an overview of the diversity of these natural objects.
The collection began in 1863 as part of the Hamburg Natural History Museum and underwent several moves during World War II. Since 1958 it has been housed at Grindelallee, where it remains today.
The name refers to the study of minerals and their properties, reflecting what visitors can explore inside. You will see specimens arranged to show how different minerals look and form in nature.
The museum is housed in a university building and can only be visited on certain weekdays, so planning ahead is necessary. Giving advance notice is helpful, especially if you are coming in a larger group or want specific tours.
One of the most remarkable features is an iron meteorite from Namibia weighing around 424 kilograms, counted among the largest of its kind in German museums. This object came from space and is seen by many visitors as the highlight of the collection.
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