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Münster is a city located in North Rhine-Westphalia, in western Germany.

In 794, Münster began as a monastery founded by the Frisian missionary Ludger to aid Charlemagne's campaign to gain control of the Saxons. In 805, Munster was made a diocese, and in 1170 it received the right to be called a city. In 1648, a peace treaty was signed at the Town Hall, which meant the end of the Thirty Years' War.

Today Münster is a rapidly growing city with a population of approximately 300,000 people, it is the administrative center and is widely known for its university.

Hotels in Münster can be booked on, and you can compare prices from different sites. You can search for rental offers for private apartments and apartments.

How to get there

By car, Munster can be reached via Route 1 from the north and south, and Route 43 from the southwest.

By train from Münster you will reach Dusseldorf Airport in 1 hour and 20 minutes; Münster-Osnabrück Airport is half an hour from the city. You can choose the best flight option to Munster.

You can reach all parts of Germany via trains and German U-Bahn stations.

By plane

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Main attractions. What to see

Peace Hall

Located in the old city hall, it is famous for the historic Treaty of Munster signed there - a document that is part of the Peace of Westphalia, which marked the end of the Thirty Years' War and the establishment of the Westphalian diplomatic system between sovereign states.

Munster is also known for the huge number of churches dotted throughout the city, including. St. Paul's Cathedral (German: St. Paulus Dom) is one of the city's most impressive features worth visiting. Additionally, the city museum on Saltsstrasse can give you an idea of ​​how the city developed over the years (entrance is free, however guide displays are only in German).

Food. What to try

Münster has a huge selection of restaurants. The cuisine of almost every country in the world is well represented, given the fact that Münster is not the most cosmopolitan city in a quiet corner of Germany.

For Italian cuisine, Mossa Dor or the more intimate Borgo Antico (on Hammerstrasse) are good choices. “La Torre” has a huge selection of different types of pizza at an adequate price for the serving size and quality of your pizza! “Le Feu” has a special place for flambée (tarte flambé) and there is such a popular option: for a fixed fee you can eat as much as you want for several days.

The best “Döner” (establishments where they prepare shawarma) are located in Orient Grill on Hauptbahnhof (believe it or not!), Tatarstan (owner of Altstadt Bült), Butt "s Bierstube and Döner King (located nearby on Hafenstrasse in front of the bridge). Located on Moltkessstrasse “Hafez”, a good Persian restaurant.

Recommended German restaurants and bars include “Stuhlmacher” (next to the Town Hall). And just around the corner, “The Kiepenkerl” has tables outside next to the Maypole. “Drübbelken” also has a very cozy and welcoming atmosphere, with Westphalian cuisine available.

It goes without saying that “vegetarian” and “German cuisine” are incompatible concepts! The best option for vegetarians is “Peperoni” on Wolbeckerstrasse 24. This is actually a vegetable market, but it is better known for its daily specials: from 12 noon, a large double-sided baking tray is used to prepare two different vegetarian dishes with plenty of fresh vegetables. One tends to be "classic" for people with less sophisticated tastes, the other is more savory or aromatic (usually Iranian, North African or Middle Eastern flavors). All for a fixed price, all of which you can eat with an extra flatbread and fruit from the salad bar (fresh fruit juices are optional). Even if you're not a vegetarian per se, you won't be disappointed! The best time to go for lunch is in the afternoon, while everything is fresh and food supplies continue. The owner has his own life story (like a cartoon "peperoni", a German type of chili pepper) illustrated on the ceiling tiles. If you speak German fluently, ask him to explain in detail!

There are also two vegetarian-only restaurants in the city center: Krawummel, which opened its doors in 2013 next to Ladgariplatz, and the slightly more expensive Prütt Café on Braemerstrasse.

Budget

If you're a budget traveler, try eating at one of the many student cafes in the city. The Aazee-Mensah Cafeteria offers a range of food options for students and non-students (vegetarian food on Thursdays), and is open (except on holidays) for lunch and dinner Monday to Friday and lunch on Saturday. However, it is often quite crowded at lunchtimes during the week (but much quieter during term breaks).

If you are in Münster on a Wednesday or Saturday, you can go to the farmer's market on Domplatz (Cathedral Square) and buy fresh local bread, cheese, meat, sweets, etc., and cook your own lunch, or buy something hot at the popular food trucks offering a full meal. Reibenkuhen (fried potato pancakes with applesauce), fish (fried or marinated) and coffee are the most popular, wait your turn!

Things to do

• Münster has a zoo that is open all year round.
• Pablo Picasso Museum of Graphic Art, the only museum dedicated exclusively to the graphic works of Pablo Picasso.
• There is a nice modern indoor swimming pool near the city center.
• You can stroll around the beautiful Aase or join a student barbecue. Rent a catamaran and enjoy the breeze! (Ask about the swan boat and the black swan - Peter).
• Rent a bike and ride around the city. Don't forget to put a security lock on it!
• Relax in the harbor area, have a drink, enjoy some food. Go dancing in nightclubs: Heaven, Cuba Nova or EULE.
• For the latest information on daily events, read Münster's free weekly newspaper Na Dann.
• Go ice skating at the famous Skating Palace skate park.
• Buy some ice cream and window shop in the city center.
• Walk or cycle along Münster's main promenade, the so-called "cyclist's autobahn": a beautiful, tree-lined, clean-air cycling and pedestrian street.
• Walk or bike around Aase. There are quite large trails there and in good weather this is a very popular activity with Munter City Tours.
• The Allwetter Zoo and Science Center/Planetarium ("Museum für Naturkunde") is also a fun way to keep young visitors entertained during the day. Both are located at the end of Aase.

Shopping and shops

Prinzipalmarkt, the main shopping area.

Bars. Where to go

• While in Münster, don’t miss the opportunity to drink at the “Altbier” brewery and the “Altbierküche” by Pincus Müller. Pincus Mueller Restaurant and Bar has its own brewery that produces some really tasty beers. In Münster, most of the population is students, so there are many bars, such as the “Cafe Extrablatt” and the “Markt Café” (on the market square, near the basilica).
• Jüdefeldestraße (located northwest of the city center) gathers many bars and pubs, such as “Gorilla”, “Die Rote Liebe”, “Davidswache”, “Destille” and others. Prices are generally reasonable (starting from around €2-3 for a beer and €4-5 for a cocktail). Additionally, you can find another large cluster of bars in the "Hafen" area (southeast of the city center, behind the main train station) that are slightly better than the others (in price, for example).
• Markt Cafe, a modern bar and cafe opposite the cathedral
• Stuhlmacher, traditional pub next to the Town Hall on the Prinzipalmarkt
• Barzillus is huge and spectacular, delicious iced teas from Long Island. Popular, cozy, unpretentious place to start the night.
• The Cavete is a very popular pub among students and also among those over 50, probably the oldest pub. Very good potato dishes!
• Das Haus Blaue is another popular student pub, and also one of the oldest, still in business, dating back to 1970.
• the James is a cozy English pub where you will find Guinness, cider, porter and stout along with German and Belgian beers.
• Plan B caters to hardrockers, punks and other crowds of all ages. Expect cheap beer, loud music and black clothing.
• Café Garbo, Warendorferstrasse 45-47 (east of the center) telephone: 0251-30300. From 10:00 am to 1:30 am. A cafe-pub that offers good, fresh food, mainly for vegetarians or vegans. Fair prices and organic products such as coffee, tea, juices, vegetables. Sandwiches for breakfast, large homemade cakes, Dutch and English menus (German menu also available for the blind!) Free internet, changing table, plenty of newspapers, warm and cozy atmosphere, and a meeting place for sexual minorities. In addition, this is a cinema: you can watch a movie before or after lunch. Most of the films are in German, but some are in their original languages ​​with German subtitles (marked "OmU" - original language with subtitles). Cost from €4 to €9.

How to get around the city

There are a huge number of bicycles in Münster, which create a truly unique atmosphere. There are approximately 40,000 students in the city, so cycling and walking are the main modes of transportation. All sidewalks have a limited red brick section for cyclists only, and the entire city is equipped with pedestrian and bicycle paths. The main walking road is where the city walls stood in the Middle Ages, and a walk past the beautiful Aase (a large artificial pond surrounded by a park) makes the journey as pleasant as possible.

As an alternative, you can book a bike with BikeSurfMeunster - this is a promising project that offers bicycles for rent for free, instead of a fixed rental fee, this company accepts voluntary donations.

If the prospect of traveling by bicycle does not appeal to you, you can rent a car, prices.

Münster also has an efficient, (almost) 24-hour bus transport system. You can purchase tickets from the bus driver.

The Natural History Museum in Münster is a great place for an educational family holiday. It features many interactive exhibits that allow you to get acquainted with archaeology, geology, ecology and paleontology in a playful way. The part of the exhibition dedicated to Eastern Siberia is very popular among tourists from Russia. The museum hosts various exhibitions where visitors can get acquainted with the culture and way of life of different countries.

Also here you will see the first dinosaur specimens found on the European mainland, and the oldest sword of Nuremberg. The museum staff conducts continuous research activities - over the past year they have completed about 15 projects, which were presented at the city symposium. Not far from the museum there is a small shop where you can buy unique handmade souvenirs. The museum doors are open to visitors from Monday to Friday - from 09:00 to 16:00. On Saturday and Sunday, fascinating lectures are held here for students and schoolchildren.

Historic Town Hall of Münster

The historic town hall of Münster is the city government building, one of the most significant architectural monuments of Münster. It was here that the Peace of Westphalia was concluded in 1648, which put an end to the Thirty Years' War and gave the Netherlands independence. Over the centuries, the town hall has been reconstructed many times due to significant damage as a result of battles and wars. Today, within the walls of the town hall there is a small museum of works of art, weapons and banners.

The historic town hall is in Gothic style and consists of four floors: basement, arcade floor, main floor and attic. The western facade is built of sandstone and reaches a height of 31 meters. The arcades of the facade are presented in the form of four pointed arches, which rest on five columns, and the crowning capitals are decorated with allegorical images of air, earth, water and fire. The windows of the main facade are decorated with stained glass, and the pediment is divided into seven parts by eight thin blades, the pinnacles of which are decorated with figures of angels, female figures and figures of guards.

Wine was stored in the cellars of the town hall starting from 1545, and only in 1924 they were rebuilt as a restaurant, and after restoration they acquired a technical purpose. The arcade floor houses the hall, peace and civil halls, and the main floor houses the Main Council Hall.

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Nordkirchen Castle

Nordkirchen Castle is located 40 kilometers from the city of Münster. It is rightly considered the Versailles of Westphalia. The castle was hardly damaged during the bombing of Germany during World War II. The building was regularly maintained and restored by the city authorities, which makes it possible to see it in all its glory. Now the building is given over to the Higher Financial School and a museum. Once a year, schoolchildren celebrate graduation in the building. Despite the large number of celebrations, the decoration of the castle was not damaged. The castle has a restaurant and a wedding hall.

Construction of the castle began in 1703, initiated by Archbishop Friedrich Christian von Plettenberg-Lenhausen. The castle often changed owners and was completed. The architecture of the building was made in the Baroque style by famous architects Gottfried Laurenz Pictorius and Johann Conrad Schlaun.

The Church of St. Clement is a Catholic church built in the Baroque style by order of the Archbishop of Cologne and Bishop of Münster Clemens August of Bavaria. The construction of the church was carried out according to the design of the architect Johann Conrad Schlaun at the hospital of the Bonifratra monastery (1745-1753).

During the Second World War, the entire monastery complex was destroyed due to Allied bombing. After the war? in 1956? the hospital was rebuilt, but in a new location. Painstaking work was carried out for several decades.

Today, the Church of St. Clement is a beautiful Catholic church and is used not only for religious services, but also for concerts of chamber and organ music.

The rich interior decoration of the temple, made in the Rococo style, is striking. Munich artist Johann Adam Schöpf painted the ceiling on the theme of the glorification of St. Clement. The walls of the church itself are decorated with decorative stucco work by Jacob Rauch. The martyrdom of Saint Clement is depicted on the altar icon.

The modern organ is installed in a niche near the southern wall of the church and was made in 1973 by master Franz Braille in an ancient organ case from the 18th century.

St. Paul's Cathedral

St. Paul's Cathedral of the 13th century. According to legend, the cathedral was built on the site where the founder of the city, missionary St. Ludger, built the first church in the 8th century. A monastery grew up around the church, and a village around the monastery. All this together was still called the Latin word “monasterium”, which the locals “Germanized”, and the modern name of the city was obtained - Münster.

St. Lambert's Church

Church of St. Lambert. Three cages hang on the church tower. This is a link to another page of Münster history, to the era of rule in the city by the reformed sect of the Anabaptists.

In short, the Anabaptists tried to change the order of church baptism and ensured that a person was baptized not in infancy, but upon reaching adulthood.

It was in the 16th century, the Anabaptists were defeated, the head of the sect, Jan of Leiden, and his two comrades were executed in front of the town hall, after which their bodies were raised to the tower of St. Lambert's Church in cages.

For warning.

Street of City Elders Prinzipalmark

Street of City Elders Prinzipalmark is a street that is very funny to look at from the side - each house in front is “superimposed” by a magnificent Renaissance façade, which, as a rule, is one and a half to two times higher than the house itself. With coats of arms, with gilding, with carvings, with sculptures - on each house in its own way and at the same time in harmony with the other houses.

House of Fembeò

The ancient city house Fembo (Fembohouse) is decorated with a high, remarkable pediment. It was built in 1591-96. a certain merchant, then the owners of the house changed, the last was Fembò, whose name this very beautiful building bears. Today there is a city museum here, where you can get acquainted with the history and sights of Nuremberg. (German: Fembohaus) is the only civilian house in the Renaissance style in Nuremberg. This is one of the most beautiful buildings in Nuremberg, a landmark of a city overflowing with architectural masterpieces.

Ahausa Castle

Ahaus Castle was built in the 11th century and now houses a museum and a technical academy.

The princely hall in the castle amazes with its splendor. The ancient building is surrounded by a beautiful park where many tourists like to take walks.

Fountain at Oldenkottplatz

The fountain at Oldenkottplatz in Ahaus is one of the most creative fountains in Germany. It is located on the central square in the city of Ahaus, which is simply filled with attractions and memorable places. The fountain at Oldenkottplatz is a fountain with moving figures made of bronze. Its highlight is that the figures can be given a variety of positions, which is facilitated by the hinge that is located inside them.

The fountain at Oldenkottplatz was created in 1994. The figures on the fountain are a farmer, a wooden boy, a shoemaker, a captain and a village woman. In its center rises an interesting tree, around which various animals come to life in movement. The entertaining fountain attracts the attention of many tourists with its creativity, which makes it famous in Ahaus.

Museum of Art and Cultural History of Westphalia

The Westphalia Museum of Art and Cultural History is one of the city's most popular places. It displays a variety of art objects from the 18th century to the present day, as well as a magnificent collection of stained glass, religious artifacts and furniture. Since 1908 it has been located on the Cathedral Square in Münster. In 2012, the museum underwent a major renovation, as a result of which the exhibition area increased to 7,500 square meters.

Lovers of medieval art can visit the magnificent exhibition, which includes panels, liturgical utensils, stained glass and sculptures, as well as reliefs made of wood, stone, precious metals and ivory, dating from the 14th to 16th centuries. At the entrance to the museum there are magnificent Gothic sculptures by John Brabender and Evert van Roden. The huge collection of coins and medals found in these places deserves special attention.

The Museum of Art and Cultural History of the Federal State of Westphalia is actively involved in the cultural development of the region - various presentations and educational programs are held here every month, in which schoolchildren and students participate.

Cemetery in Münster

The Munster Cemetery is a cemetery for prisoners of war soldiers of the First and Second World Wars who died in camps during this historical period. The plaque says that initially soldiers from Russia, England, France, Belgium, Italy and America were buried in the cemetery, but then almost all countries except Russia removed the remains of their soldiers.

Today, about 800 soldiers from World War I and 200 from World War II are buried here; some of the tombstones, unfortunately, lack names or have the inscription “unknown Russian soldier.” The city authorities are taking care of the cemetery, and it is now in good condition and accessible to the public. Nearby there is a large peasant farmstead.

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Multifaceted Munster. Cosmopolitan and university, young and proud of a history dating back more than 1,200 years, the city has always played an important role in Germany. It has forever cemented its name in the annals of world history - its unofficial motto is "City of the Peace of Westphalia", paying tribute to Münster's role in ending the Thirty Years' War in the 17th century. You can visit the "Peace Hall" (Friedensaal) in the old Town Hall, where you can see the place where the negotiations took place that led to the end of the religious and political conflict. City of science and capital of cyclists. Münster is considered the best place to live, work and study in Germany. This is a place where city culture and first-class countryside recreation harmoniously combine.

It traces its history back to 793, when the monastery was founded under Emperor Charlemagne. The Latin word "Monasterium" gives the city its name. The founder of the monastery was the missionary Ludger, appointed in 805 as the first bishop of Munster. In 1494, Münster joined the Hanseatic League.

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What to see in Münster: various attractions

1. During WWII, almost all historical buildings were destroyed by Allied bombing. But after the war, the city fathers decided to rebuild the city according to the medieval plan, restoring its parts literally piece by piece. And today's Old Town is a charming mixture of restored old buildings (where "old" also means brand new) and modern structures, set into a winding medieval landscape.

   Night view of Munster, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany (Photo ©
   

2. Alstadt is a vibrant place where you can visit historic churches, dine in historic restaurants, and browse quaint shops that stock everything you can imagine, from vintage books to Laura Ashley decor and Armani shirts. All the iconic sights are in the Old Town, which is surrounded by the Promenade (a narrow green belt with walking trails and a bike path).
3. St Paul's House or Cathedral, built in the 13th century in a mixed style - Romanesque and early Gothic. The astronomical clock, decorated with zodiac symbols, belongs to the “Hansean clock family”. It is one of the most significant in the German-speaking world, and few monumental clocks in existence that rotate counterclockwise. The chimes inside the clock are controlled by the organ in the cathedral.
4. Prinzipalmarkt(Prinzipalmarkt) - an arcaded street in the center of the lively and prosperous shopping area of ​​the Old Town. A shopping street whose buildings are characterized by luxuriously restored gables dating back to the 13th century. Its name means "main market", in contrast to the fish and rye markets, which were further away. The Prinzipalmarkt documents and illustrates the historical and structural development of the economic and political center of Münster. It is called the “gute Stube” (living room) of the city.
5. St Lambert's Church(Lambertikirche) with three "Anabaptist cages" on the church tower, in which the headless corpses of Anabaptist leaders were displayed in the 16th century. Here Cardinal Clemens von Galen delivered anti-Nazi speeches against Hilter’s policy of euthanasia of the “useless” and the tactics of the secret police.
6. Erbrodstenhof(Erbdrostenhof) and the tiny Church of St. Clement (Clemenskirche), built in the mid-18th century, are described as a "baroque island" within the medieval structure of the Old Town.
7. Castle(Schloss) is currently the seat of the university. It was built in 1787 as one of the last large Baroque buildings in Germany (by that time Rococo and even Neoclassicalism were in vogue) by Johann Conrad Schlaun, the leading Baroque architect of Münster. During university hours, the doors of the palace are open to visitors, although there is nothing particularly noteworthy inside, what is interesting is its façade - a characteristic combination of sandstone and red brick.
8. There are many sculptural compositions throughout the city. At the tourist office you can ask for a guide brochure to Münster's sculptures to find works by famous international artists.
9. Pablo Picasso Museum(Kunstmuseum Pablo Picasso) is the first museum of the artist in Germany, presenting more than 780 lithographs and hundreds of engravings.
10. City Museum cover the history of the city over thousands of years, and offers special exhibitions dedicated to significant events in the city. How the city transformed from a tiny village into a cycling metropolis. Although the exhibits are exclusively in German, many are self-explanatory.
11. Landesmuseum– a fine arts museum displaying painting and sculpture from the medieval period to the present day, including outstanding collections of religious art, stained glass and furniture.

    Beautiful view of the streets of Munster, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany (Photo ©
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What to do in Münster: pleasant walks

Where to eat and drink in Münster:

Münster has a huge selection of excellent restaurants, representing cuisine from almost every country in the world.

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This morning greeted us with cool weather and leaden clouds throughout the sky. Yesterday we decided that 2 hours one way to Bonn was not worth it and that it would be better to go somewhere closer. Choosing from familiar names, I pointed to Munster on the map. Half an hour to study Wikipedia and memorize the map. No details are needed - the phone has GPS and offline maps are loaded, so this review is for general development and understanding approximately which direction to go.

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A little information about the city: Munster is already about 1200 years old. The first mention of it dates back to 793, and in 1170 it received the status of a city. In the 14th century, Münster became a member of the Hansa. After the end of the Thirty Years' War it was part of Prussia. There is almost no industry in the city, mainly administrative and educational organizations. The University of Westphalia, located there, has a worldwide reputation and currently has more than 40 thousand students studying there. In addition to the university, there is a Higher Professional School and other educational institutions. With a population of 270 thousand, students make up about 20% of the population. Which cannot affect the appearance of the city; it surprisingly combines ancient history and the energy of youth. The lack of industry and the general atmosphere of the city have a beneficial effect on its residents. The average life expectancy in Münster is the longest in Germany.

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Electric trains operated by Eurobahn run towards Münster. They stand out with their yellow and green carriages against the red and gray DB trains. Structurally and in interior, these trains are very similar to ordinary city trams. Yes, apparently they perform these functions, since they stop literally at every pillar. The landscapes on the road towards Münster are very different from those we saw on the road to Cologne. If the Cologne direction is replete with industrial zones and other industrial elements, then the Münster direction is replete with fields, meadows, farms and small gingerbread towns and villages. A classic pastoral opens before your eyes. Yellow fields of wheat, green paddocks with horses, hills, rivers.

And an hour later we find ourselves in Munster. The first thing that catches your eye when leaving the station is the huge bicycle racks. The area around the station is literally filled with bicycles. As soon as the owners find theirs, I don’t understand. And in general, Münster is a city of bicycles. The town itself is small, the streets are narrow and old. Apparently, a bicycle really is the most optimal form of transport here. And all conditions have been made for this. There are a lot of bike paths in the city, and traffic on them is higher than on the road. Cyclists rush everywhere, and pedestrians have to either dodge or sit in the saddle in order to be in the flow.

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Münster is an old town. It was founded in 793 and celebrated its 1200th anniversary in 2005. There is an old and world famous university here. Students make up a significant proportion of the population and therefore the average population of the city is quite young. This leaves an imprint on the city. There are a lot of young people on the lawns and in the parks. It’s true that there is also a lot of garbage and bottles in the parks. A side effect, so to speak. Leaving the station, we almost immediately find ourselves in a network of narrow and crooked streets of the Old Town. The atmosphere of the Middle Ages immediately envelops us, despite the fact that there are many bicycles around, cars passing by, and mobile phone stores on the first floors of ancient buildings. It just seems like a knight on horseback is about to come around the corner, or the carriage of a local nobleman is going to pass by.

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On one of the streets we see a beautiful building. This is the Munster town hall. You can enter the foyer, get acquainted with information about the city, and see a photo exhibition dedicated to the peacekeeping mission of the Bundeswehr in Afghanistan.

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We walk further and find ourselves at Alter Markt - the old market square. In Münster, the old market is located under the walls of St. Paul's Cathedral. The bulk of retail outlets are flower stalls, counters with spices and olives, as well as souvenirs.

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After passing through the market square, we enter the cathedral. The Münster Cathedral contrasts very much with the Cologne Cathedral. The interior of the Cathedral in Münster is very light. Despite the fact that the windows are very narrow and little light enters, the walls, made of light stone, reflect a lot of light, so the inside is very light and solemn.

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Having examined the cathedral, we delve further into the labyrinth of streets of the old center...

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And we go out to a lonely fortress tower. These are the remains of a fortress wall that protected the city from attacks. Of course, the entire wall was not restored, but this tower was recently restored. She is now “guarding” the entrance to the city park.

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In a flowerbed in the park we find beautiful specimens of beets. Someone planted it here as an ornamental plant. In another flowerbed, I also found tobacco along with beets. Landscape designers here clearly have a sense of humor.

Münster (Germany) - detailed information about the city, the main attractions of Münster with photos and descriptions, location on the map.

City of Münster (Germany)

Münster is a city in Western Germany, located in the federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia. This is one of the most attractive cities for tourists in Germany, combining the historical atmosphere and attractions, rhythm and entertainment of a modern large center. Münster is also a city of cyclists and young people. Almost a fifth of the city's residents are students, and there are almost half a million bicycles here. Interestingly, Munster is not spoiled by the attention of foreign tourists. Although this multi-faceted ancient city has a glorious history, beautiful architecture and is one of the centers of Westphalia.

Geography and climate

Münster is located in the northwestern part of Germany near the border with the Netherlands.

The climate is moderate. The average annual temperature is about 9 degrees plus. Summers are warm, winters are mild. It is interesting that Munster is considered a rainy and cloudy city. Although the average annual precipitation is 700 mm.

Practical information

1. Population - almost 280 thousand inhabitants.
2. Currency - euro.
3. Visa - Schengen.
4. Time zone UTC - +1, summer +2.
5. The average height above sea level is 60 meters.
6. The tourist information center is located at Heinrich-Brüning-Strasse 9. It is open Mon-Fri from 9.30 to 18.00 and Sat from 9.30 to 13.00
7. The official language is German.

Story

Münster is an ancient city, whose history goes back more than 1200 years. The first settlement was founded in the early Middle Ages by Charlemagne, who ordered the construction of a monastery here. The name of the city, by the way, comes from the Latin word “monasterium”. Munster received city status at the beginning of the 9th century.

By the 12th century, Münster became the largest city in Westphalia. Around this time, the construction of city fortifications began. Their total length was about 4 km. In the 14th century, Münster became a member of the Hanseatic League.

In 1648, a significant historical event took place in the city - the signing of the Peace of Westphalia, which marked the end of the Thirty Years' War.

At the beginning of the 19th century, Munster briefly became part of France. Although after four years the city again becomes part of Germany and the capital of Westphalia.

During World War II, the historical center of the city was severely destroyed.

How to get there

There is a small airport 20 km from Münster, with flights from Berlin, Nuremberg, Frankfurt am Main, and Munich. A major international airport is located in Düsseldorf, 130 km away.

Münster is a major transport center in Westphalia with a large train station. There are no problems getting to this city by train or bus. The most regular connections are with Dortmund, Cologne, Hamburg.

Münster is also distinguished by good car accessibility. Several major highways pass near the city.

Shopping and purchases

The main shopping street of Münster is Prinzipalmarkt. Here, among the beautiful arcades, there are many shops. Many shops are located on Salzstraße. Among the shopping centers and neighborhoods, it is worth highlighting Münster Arkaden, Hansecarré and Stubengasse.

The Christmas market starts in November. Every third Saturday in May, July, August and September there is a large flea market on the waterfront.

Food and drink

There are several hundred food establishments in Münster, from inexpensive cafes and fast foods to good restaurants. About 80 of them offer regional cuisine.

There are many pubs in the Kuhviertel quarter, while the Hafen area has many bars and beer gardens. If your goal is to find good and inexpensive fast food, then walk around the old town in search of traditional sausages.

Attractions

Münster can offer tourists interesting sights, monuments of ancient sacred and modern architecture. Although the old town was heavily damaged during World War II, many historical sites have been carefully restored. One of the "tricks" of Munster is the large number of sculptures that are installed in the city after various cultural events.

All the main attractions of Münster are located in Alstadt. The old town is surrounded by a “green belt” - a pedestrian alley with green spaces.

The main masterpiece of sacred architecture is the Cathedral of St. Paul, built in the 13th century. On the façade there is an astronomical clock made in the late Middle Ages. Every day at noon (Sundays and holidays at 12.30) the clock shows a small show. The cathedral was heavily damaged during bombing in 1944 and restored in the 50s of the 20th century.

Historical town hall in Münster

The town hall is a historical building from the 14th century in the old town of Münster. The Peace of Westphalia was signed here in 1648.

At the end of the Prinzipalmarkt street there is a beautiful late Gothic church from the 14th century - the Cathedral of St. Lambert. On the church tower there are three ancient cages, inside of which the bodies of three executed Anabaptist leaders were displayed in the 16th century.

Prinzipalmarkt is a shopping street in Münster with beautiful arcaded buildings.

The main building of the University of Westphalia is a former bishops' palace built in the 18th century. Nowadays the university is located here.

Church of St. The Ludger is one of the oldest religious buildings in Münster. This Gothic church, whose history dates back to the 12th century.

Liebfrauenkirche is a 14th century Gothic church in the old town of Münster. The church is located on the opposite side of the Cathedral of St. Pavel. It is often called Überwasserkirche, which translates from German as “church on the other side of the water.”

The Town Hall Tower is a city tower located on the Prinzipalmarkt street. Interestingly, the tower is a relative newcomer and was built at the beginning of the 20th century. Also, the town hall tower was practically not damaged during the bombing.

An interesting feature of Münster is the approximately 60 sculptural compositions scattered throughout the old town. A guide to the sculptures can be downloaded below in the "Maps and Guides" section.