Westphalian Horse Museum, Munster

Westphalian Horse Museum, Munster

The Westphalian Horse Museum is an unique place to experience and study different horse breeds and their role in human history. The museum consists of four parts: a large exhibition hall, childrens and horse park (containing various horse breeds), the Hippomaxx arena for events, and a foyer, shop and information office. Overall the museum features 1,000 square meters of exhibitions space dedicated to the natural and cultural history of these amazing animals. The museum exhibition features many interesting themes, such as 50,000,000 years of horse existence; the proportions and anatomy of the horse body; traditions of horse catching and breeding in Westphalia; horses and their devoted service during wartime and everyday works; and many other fascinating topics. The Westphalian Horse Museum is equipped with modern facilities and gives a very deep and special insight into the life of the horse.

The museum is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Admission charges: adults - 14 €, children and teenagers (3-17 years) - 7 €.

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Sight Name: Westphalian Horse Museum
Sight Location: Munster, Germany (See walking tours in Munster)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery

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