Mineralogisches Museum der Universität Bonn

The Mineralogisches Museum der Universität Bonn is housed in Poppelsdorfer Schloss and displays about 6,000 objects across several exhibition rooms. The collections include minerals, meteorites, ores, and gemstones arranged according to scientific principles.

The collection was established in 1874 with acquisitions from Adam August Krantz's private collection, laying the foundation for academic studies. Over time it expanded with additional specimens and now serves research and teaching at the university.

The museum shapes how students and visitors understand minerals and rocks by showcasing rare specimens from different parts of the world. The collections reveal how minerals form in nature and what role they play in everyday life.

The museum is open to visitors on specific weekdays and Sundays with limited hours available. Accessibility is restricted, so visitors should check conditions before planning their visit.

The collection includes one of the world's largest tiger's eye crystals weighing around 150 kilograms and remarkably large in size. Alongside it are rare meteorites from the North Rhine-Westphalia region displayed in the exhibitions.

Location: Bonn

Inception: 1818

Part of: Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn Institut für Geowissenschaften

Address: Meckenheimer Allee 169, 53115 Bonn

Opening Hours: Wednesday,Friday 15:00-18:00; Sunday 10:00-17:00

Email: min.museum@uni-bonn.de

Website: https://ifgeo.uni-bonn.de/museen/mineralogisches-museum

GPS coordinates: 50.72524,7.09178

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:02