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Deutsches Schutzengelmuseum and its collection
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The Deutsches Schutzengelmuseum in Bretten is home to an extensive collection of guardian angel representations spanning six centuries. This collection provides a broad historical overview of the significance of guardian angels and similar protective beings in various religions around the world.
Year-round Permanent Exhibition
Opened on October 2, 2007, the Deutsches Schutzengelmuseum is located on the second floor of the city museum in the Swiss Court at Engelsberg 9, Bretten. The museum operates as a year-round permanent exhibition, making it a suitable destination for tourists regardless of the season.
Variety of Exhibits
The Deutsches Schutzengelmuseum showcases a wide variety of exhibits on the theme of guardian angels, protective spirits, and protective gods. These include original pieces from six centuries and come in various forms such as wood, copper and steel engravings, oil paintings, lithographs, icons, books, posters, historical photos and postcards, porcelain, clay, and wooden statues, textile works, cast iron, guardian angel candles, medals, and more.
DEDeutsches Schutzengel-Museum im Schweizer Hof
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