Museum Schloss Rosenstein

Museum Schloss Rosenstein is a natural history museum housed in a classical palace that displays habitats and animals from different parts of the world. The collections include skeletons, specimens, and other objects that illustrate the diversity of the natural world.

The palace was constructed between 1824 and 1829 as a royal residence by King Wilhelm I of Württemberg and later became a museum for public use. This conversion allowed the general public to access scientific collections that were previously private.

The museum displays wildlife and habitats from the Southwest German region, helping visitors connect with the natural world around them. These exhibits show how local ecosystems have developed and what makes them special.

The museum is open on weekdays and weekends with wheelchair-accessible facilities throughout the building. Plan to spend several hours exploring the exhibitions at a comfortable pace, especially if you are interested in specific topics.

The museum's collections developed from objects gathered by travelers and researchers from around the world. These historical acquisitions offer a window into exploration and scientific inquiry from the 19th century, showing how natural knowledge was assembled in that era.

Location: Stuttgart

Part of: State Museum of Natural History Stuttgart

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 09:00-17:00; Saturday-Sunday 10:00-18:00

Phone: +4971189360

Website: https://naturkundemuseum-bw.de

GPS coordinates: 48.80050,9.20574

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:08