Step inside Coburg's museums and uncover fascinating secrets from the past. Follow in the footsteps of knights, dukes, and the bourgeoisie as you explore historical exhibits. Be enchanted by magical works of glass artworks that are unique in the whole of Europe.
COBURG'S MUSEUMS
World-class art collections
Coburg Fortress (Veste Coburg)
The dukes of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha began establishing internationally significant art collections at the Veste Coburg (‘Veste’ means fortress) in the 19th century. Today, these historical premises are open to the public as a museum. Explore the extensive Graphic Arts Collection (Kupferstichkabinett), admire sumptuous Venetian glasswork, and marvel at historic hunting weapons. Don’t miss the impressive display of carriages, coaches, and jousting armaments, along with masterpieces by German Renaissance artists. The Veste Coburg offers a unique blend of art, history, and culture, making it a must-visit attraction.
© Kunstsammlungen der Veste Coburg
© Kunstsammlungen der Veste Coburg
European Museum of Modern Glass
Rödental near Coburg
The light-filled European Museum of Modern Glass, set in the picturesque park of Rosenau Castle, presents modern glass art from the beginnings of the studio movement in the 1960s to today. Covering more than 1,260m², the museum displays a wide range of glass art, from creatively designed glassware to sculptures and large-scale installations in vibrant colours. A glass staircase leads from the permanent exhibition on the ground floor to the special exhibition rooms and the lamp glass studio. The ceramic study collection in the basement, with 500 international pieces, is considered the largest of its kind in southern Germany. The museum is particularly impressive at dusk, when the glass façade begins to glow.
Combi-ticket museums
Coburg museums
Discover Coburg's museums with the attractive combi-ticket which allows you to visit the Veste Coburg’s art collections (Kunstsammlungen der Veste Coburg), Ehrenburg Palace (Schloss Ehrenburg), the Natural History Museum (Naturkunde-Museum), Rosenau Palace (Schloss Rosenau), and the European Museum of Modern Glass (Europäisches Museum für Modernes Glas) in Rosenau for the bargain price of just €15 per person.
© Rainer Brabec