Karl-May-Museum Radebeul

Museums & Galleries in Radebeul, Saxony

4.5 (2,916)

CategoryMuseums & Galleries · Sehenswürdigkeit
AddressKarl-May-Straße 5, 01445 Radebeul
StreetKarl-May-Straße
AreaRadebeul, Saxony
Phone0351 8373010
Google rating 4.5 (2,916)

Opening hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday10 am–6 pm
Wednesday10 am–6 pm
Thursday10 am–6 pm
Friday10 am–6 pm
Saturday10 am–6 pm
Sunday10 am–6 pm

About Karl-May-Museum Radebeul

Karl May gehört mit seinen unvergänglichen Romanhelden wie Winnetou, Old Shatterhand und Kara Ben Nemsi zu den beliebtesten deutschen Schriftstellern weltweit. In seinem ehemaligen Wohnhaus, der „Villa Shatterhand“, entdecken Sie u.a. sein originales Arbeitszimmer, seine Bibliothek und seine legendären Gewehre. Im alten Wildwest-Blockhaus „Villa Bärenfett“ können Sie eine in Europa einzigartige Sammlung zur kulturhistorischen Lebenswelt der Indianer Nordamerikas bestaunen.

Auf zu Karl May!

Located at Karl-May-Straße 5, 01445 Radebeul, Karl-May-Museum Radebeul operates as a museen serving Radebeul in Sachsen. This page gathers the practical details people usually look for before visiting: where it is, how to reach it, when it opens and how customers rate it. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as sehenswürdigkeit, so it may cover more than the name suggests.

Entertainment and cultural venues fill up at weekends, on public holidays and during school holidays, so check opening times and book tickets ahead where possible. Most museums close on Mondays, many state theatres and opera houses pause over the summer, and the Kulturpass gives 18-year-olds a budget to spend on culture. Ask about age limits and whether photography is allowed.

Opening hours are published for 6 days a week. On most of those days it is open 10 am–6 pm. It is closed on Monday. Hours in Germany do change around public holidays, and many businesses close for a day or two over Christmas and Easter, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. You can reach Karl-May-Museum Radebeul on 0351 8373010; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions, and many businesses also take enquiries and bookings by e-mail or WhatsApp. More information is available on its website, karl-may-museum.de.

On Google it holds a rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 2,916 reviews, which is a strong result for a museen in Radebeul and suggests consistent service.

Radebeul is in Sachsen, in the east of the country, where Dresden, Leipzig and the smaller historic towns combine restored old centres with lower rents and prices than the west; the continental climate brings hot summers and cold, dry winters. Getting around Radebeul is easiest by U-Bahn, S-Bahn, tram and bus, all covered by the Deutschlandticket that is valid on local and regional transport across Sachsen and beyond; parking in city centres is scarce and either paid or limited by Parkscheibe, so public transport or a bike is usually quicker than driving.

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Latest Google reviews

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Praveen Subramaniyan 5 months ago

We spent a wonderful May 1st at the Karl May Museum, and it was a truly enriching experience for the whole family. The museum offers a fantastic deep dive into the life of the author at 'Villa Shatterhand' and a very respectful, detailed look at Indigenous North American cultures in the famous 'Villa Bärenfett' log cabin. The lush, green grounds are beautifully maintained and feel like a peaceful park. We were especially impressed by the authentic totem pole and the life-sized figures that make the history come alive. It was also great to see contemporary pieces like the 'Indigenous Hulk' artwork, which adds a cool modern touch to the traditional exhibits. Whether you are a fan of the stories or just interested in history and art, this place is a must-visit in Radebeul. It’s a very memorable and educational way to spend a holiday.

Maya Poon 8 months ago

This is not an ethical museum as they display Native American scalps — hair and skin from humans that have been massacred. The museum refuses to return the scalps to the tribes. It is sad and truly IMMORAL.

Lujza Pobjecka a year ago

Nothing to see and it’s too expensive. Avoid at all costs.

Petr Litera 3 years ago

Being the fan of Kara ben Nemsi and knowing a lot of the author biography, I enjoyed the genius loci, some of the collections, multilingual audio-guides. The biggest challenge was to locate the entrance ;-) They accept the cards!

Rap Master Ricky 3 years ago

Really enjoyed it....They also had a euro press machine to make a stocknagel

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Karl-May-Museum Radebeul located?

Karl-May-Museum Radebeul is at Karl-May-Straße 5, 01445 Radebeul, in Radebeul, Sachsen. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Karl-May-Museum Radebeul?

Karl-May-Museum Radebeul is listed as a museen and is also tagged on Google as sehenswürdigkeit.

What are the opening hours of Karl-May-Museum Radebeul?

Published hours are Montag: Closed; Dienstag: 10 am–6 pm; Mittwoch: 10 am–6 pm; Donnerstag: 10 am–6 pm; Freitag: 10 am–6 pm; Samstag: 10 am–6 pm; Sonntag: 10 am–6 pm. It is closed on Monday. Hours can change on public holidays and the days around Christmas and Easter, so call before a special trip.

Is Karl-May-Museum Radebeul open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 10 am–6 pm.

What is the phone number of Karl-May-Museum Radebeul?

You can call Karl-May-Museum Radebeul on 0351 8373010.

How is Karl-May-Museum Radebeul rated on Google?

Karl-May-Museum Radebeul has a Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 2,916 reviews.

Does Karl-May-Museum Radebeul have a website?

Yes, the website of Karl-May-Museum Radebeul is karl-may-museum.de (linked on this page).

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