Sauerland Museum

The Sauerland Museum

The Sauerland Museum is the cultural history museum of the Hochsauerland district for the history of Südwestfalen. As a museum and cultural forum, it fulfills the task of enriching cultural life in the Sauerland with varied exhibitions and events in award-winning architecture.

In the historic Landsberger Hof, the Sauerland Museum's permanent exhibition tells the story of our region from its beginnings in the Stone Age through the Duchy of Westfalen to the present day. The new building offers space for contemporary special exhibitions on art and culture.

The museum café is the perfect place to relax after a visit to the museum.

Important information

Opening hours

Tuesday: 9 am - 6 pm
Wednesday to Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday: 2-6 p.m.
Sunday and public holiday: 10 am - 6 pm

Admission

Adults 8 €
Children 4 €
Groups of 10 or more € 4 p. p.
Further admission prices on the homepage

Special exhibitions and events

October 10 to April 12, 2026: "With heart, hand and mind. Democratic life in the Sauerland"
June 2026 to March 2027: "Macherland. Where industry makes history"
Current events on the homepage

Group highlights

General museum tours through the permanent and special exhibitions or tours with a thematic focus can be booked individually for groups.

Notes

The museum holds the "Travel for All" award for certified accessibility.

Contact us

Sauerland Museum of the Hochsauerland District
Old Market 24-30
59821 Arnsberg
Tel: 02931 94 4444
Mail: sauerlandmuseum@hochsauerlandkreis.de