Tecklenburg Doll Museum

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Wellenberg 1, 49545 Tecklenburg
Museum/Exhibition

Doll Museum

Around 12,000 historical works, toys, doll's houses and a model railway are part of the valuable collection in the Tecklenburg Doll Museum.

One of the most valuable collections in North Rhine-Westphalia awaits visitors to the Doll Museum in Tecklenburg. Around 12,000 pieces, historical toys, detailed doll's houses and a historical model railway are waiting to be discovered. The exhibits come from different eras and countries, with originals dating back to 1875. The unique collection is complemented by historical items from the region, such as insights into rural living, a Biedermeier room and works by the painter Otto Modersohn.
Tour information

  • Visits during opening hours.
  • Guided tours and visits outside opening hours on request.

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Information for cyclists
Tecklenburg is a pearl in Münsterland: the historic old town, the fantastic views and an exciting cultural programme. Tecklenburg is therefore a must on a cycling tour in the northern Münsterland.
The picturesque Bad Iburg and the old town of Osnabrück are very beautiful destinations that can be easily reached by bike from Tecklenburg. With the foothills of the Teutoburg Forest, cyclists in Tecklenburg Land can expect one or two elevations, but every effort is rewarded with magnificent views over the Münsterland.
Various themed cycle routes offer interesting cycling tours through Münsterland. The signposted themed cycle routes each show very special contents of the region and thus tell exciting stories about the Münsterland. The Doll Museum in Tecklenburg is also connected to various themed cycle routes.
100 Castles Route, North Course
Historic town centres
NaTourism Route Tecklenburger Land
The entrance to the Münsterland cycle route network, which is around 4500 kilometres long, is directly at the museum and offers numerous opportunities for cycling tours in the region.
Information for hikers
The area around the historic half-timbered town of Tecklenburg is a paradise for hikers and those seeking recreation. Here, the foothills of the Teutoburg Forest attract hikers and walkers. The best way to discover and enjoy nature is on one of the numerous paths.
Feel nature, slow down everyday life and spend time outdoors with friends or family. Whether long-distance hiking trails, regional hiking trails or theme trails, here in Münsterland everyone will find a suitable route. The following signposted hiking trails run alongside the Doll Museum:
Teutoschleifchen - Modersohn's footsteps
Teutostadtschleife Tecklenburg Romanticism
Hermannshöhen - Hermann's Way
Hermannshöhenweg
After a visit to the museum, it is definitely recommended to take a stroll or a short hike through the beautiful landscape.

Price adult: 2.50 €

Price child: 2.50 €

Price family: 5.00 €

Museum
normal Erwachsene: 2.5 €
Children 4 bis 14 Jahre: 1 €
families bis 5 Personen: 5 €

Arrival
Arrival by car:
Approach via A30 (Bad Oeynhausen - Rheine), exit Lotte (coming from the east) or exit Laggenbeck (coming from the west). Approach via A1, exit Lengerich
A direct journey is not possible. Driving is prohibited in the old town of Tecklenburg. Guests should use one of the designated and sought-after parking spaces.
Arriving by train:
Tecklenburg does not have its own railway station. The nearest stations are Ibbenbüren and Lengerich. Continue to Tecklenburg by bus.
Bus line R45 from Ibbenbüren, bus station, or from Lengerich station to Tecklenburg.
Parking
There are numerous (paid) parking facilities throughout the city, signposted and well located.

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Last changed on 17.02.2025

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