Karlsruhe Natural History Museum
The Karlsruhe Natural History museum has been in existence for more than 200 years. Its 4,000m2 exhibition space features fascinating exhibits from the natural world and is one of the largest museums of its kind in Germany. Various scientific fields such as zoology, insects, minerals, geology and fossils are explored in detail, with native animals and creatures from different parts of the world displayed in settings representative of their natural habitats. A host of colourful live fish and reptiles can be seen in the vivarium, including a giant salamander, while the model of a giant flying dinosaur is a vivid reminder of prehistoric times. In addition, temporary exhibitions showcase the diversity and beauty of the natural world. Closed on Mondays.
www.smnk.de
Address:
National Museum of Natural History Karlsruhe
Erbprinzenstr. 13
D-76133 Karlsruhe
Contact
Telephone: 0721/175 2111 (gate)
0721/175 2161 (Administration)
Fax: 0721/175 2110
E-mail: museum @ naturkundeka-bw.de