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Deutsches Klingenmuseum
Experience the Cutting Edge of History.
Counts toward these achievements:
Solingen: First Steps10 pts
Solingen: Explorer25 pts
Solingen: Insider50 pts
At the German Blade Museum, explore the captivating history of blades, from ancient weapons to elegant cutlery. Discover how cutting tools have shaped human history through a diverse collection. Be inspired by the craftsmanship and variety of exhibits. This visit promises a unique journey through centuries of cutting artistry.
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Did you know?
The museum is housed in the former Gräfrath Monastery, founded in 1187.
Quick Facts
- Architect
- Josef Paul Kleihues
- Opening Date
- 1954
- Former Name
- Kloster Gräfrath
- Opening Hours
- Tu-Th,Sa-Su 10:00-17:00; Fr 14:00-17:00
- Website
- klingenmuseum.de
- Phone
- +49 212 258360
Guided Story
Look around and imagine this place as a monastery in the past. Right here, in what is now the Blade Museum, Benedictine nuns once lived. Founded in 1187, the Gräfrath Monastery later became a convent for Augustinian nuns. Can you picture the sound of prayers echoing through these thick walls? Turn to your south, and you'll see St. Mary's Assumption Church, a part of the monastic life just as these blades are now part of the history you're about to explore. As you wander through the exhibits, remember that these blades are not just tools but silent witnesses of our past.
