Münster, Germany

Münster

A gabled old town and a bike-loving university city.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Münster

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the arcaded Prinzipalmarkt and see the cathedral's medieval astronomical clock.
  2. AfternoonRent a bike, like the locals, and cycle the leafy Promenade ring around the old town.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the Kuhviertel, the old student quarter full of pubs.

Day 2

Cycle to the moated castles of the Münsterland, like Hülshoff.

What to eat

Westphalian ham, pumpernickel bread and a Pinkus beer.

Local tips

Make the most of Münster

Beat the crowds

Münster is relaxed. The market square is lively on Saturday mornings.

Best photo spot

The gabled houses and arcades of the Prinzipalmarkt.

Getting there

Trains connect with the Ruhr area. Münster is best explored by bike.

Don't miss nearby

The moated castles of the surrounding countryside.

Good to know

Münster has more bikes than people. The Peace of Westphalia was signed here in 1648.

Plan your visit

Getting to Münster

Getting there

  • Münster Osnabrück Airport (FMO)20 km away
  • Düsseldorf Airport (DUS)95 km away
  • Cologne125 km away
  • Bremen150 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryGermany

Questions

Münster: good to know

Is Münster worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns. A gabled old town and a bike-loving university city.

How many days do you need in Münster?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Münster?

You can visit all year. Münster is relaxed. The market square is lively on Saturday mornings.

How do you get to Münster?

The nearest airport is Münster Osnabrück Airport (FMO), about 20 km away. Trains connect with the Ruhr area. Münster is best explored by bike.

What is there to see near Münster?

Nearby hidden places include Deventer (105 km), Cologne (123 km) and Hoge Veluwe (128 km).

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