Neues Museum Weimar

Neues Museum Weimar displays international works of Realism, Impressionism, and Art Nouveau across multiple galleries within a Neo-Renaissance building. The structure features several exhibition spaces organized around different themes and artistic periods.

The museum was built between 1863 and 1868 as a Grand Ducal institution and served as an important art collection center. Following World War II damage, it underwent comprehensive restoration and modernization in the 1990s.

The permanent collection shows works by Claude Monet, Max Beckmann, and painters from the Weimar school, representing early modernist movements. You can observe how these artists developed new techniques and approaches that shaped contemporary art.

The museum is located in central Weimar and typically opens Wednesday through Monday, allowing visitors to plan their visit flexibly. The galleries are easily accessible throughout the building, so comfortable shoes are recommended for a thorough visit.

A dedicated workshop area allows visitors to practice traditional crafts such as bookbinding and woodworking hands-on without needing advance booking. This hands-on experience offers a different perspective on the skills and methods used by artisans.

Location: Weimar

Inception: 1869

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Opening Hours: Wednesday-Monday 10:00-18:00

Phone: +493643545400

Website: https://klassik-stiftung.de/neues-museum-weimar

GPS coordinates: 50.98610,11.32640

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:54