Geburtshaus Nikolaus von Kues, birthplace and museum of Nikolaus von Kues in Bernkastel-Kues, Germany

The Geburtshaus Nikolaus von Kues stands on the Nikolausufer in the Kues district of Bernkastel-Kues. Rebuilt entirely in 1570 above the original foundation walls, it follows the style of late Gothic town houses: a hipped roof, a crenellated crown, a stair tower and a ground floor with barrel vaults.

The house was built for the child born in 1401 who would later become a major philosopher, theologian, and cardinal. In 1570 it underwent complete renovation while preserving the original foundation walls.

The house displays objects and books from the life of Nikolaus von Kues, documenting his path as a thinker and religious scholar. Visitors see personal possessions here that show how this man brought together philosophy and theology.

The house is located in the old town and serves today as a museum with exhibitions and guided tours. Visitors should know that the building is older and has narrow stairs and limited spaces.

The building belonged to the St. Nikolaus-Hospital until 1681, then returned to private ownership. By the 1970s it was close to ruin when the Cusanus-Gesellschaft acquired it and restored it, taking the 1570 structure as the model.