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It is extremely modest, almost hidden away in the south wing of the Würzburg Residence, but the Martin von Wagner Museum could really pack a punch: After all, it is one of the most important university museums in Europe! Its extensive and high-quality holdings of antique and post-antique art represent six millennia of art and cultural history and have served students as illustrative material for art history studies since the end of the 18th century. The museum consists of two departments: The older section, the Collection of Classical Antiquities, impresses with the third largest collection of Greek ceramics in Germany, as well as clay figurines, glass, marble works and Etruscan and Egyptian antiquities. The Picture Gallery in the Newer Department presents German, Dutch and Italian paintings by renowned artists from the 14th to 20th centuries in eleven rooms, as well as sculptures by Tilman Riemenschneider, among others. Free entry!

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Martin von Wagner Museum of the University of Wuerzburg
Residenzplatz 2A
97070 Würzburg

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 17:00
Thursday
10:00 – 17:00
Friday
10:00 – 17:00
Saturday
10:00 – 17:00
Sunday
10:00 – 13:30

Antique collection
Tuesday - Saturday
10:00 -13:30

Picture gallery
Tuesday - Saturday
13:30 - 17:00

Sundays from 10:00 -13:30 alternating weekly.

Admission

Free admission!

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible
Museum shop
Parking

Location & Map

Residenzplatz 2A, Würzburg

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Exhibitions

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    The Martin von Wagner Museum in Würzburg, Germany, offers a diverse collection of art and artifacts. Located within the Würzburg Residence, it houses ancient Greek and Roman antiquities, as well as European paintings and graphic arts. Visitors appreciate the well-curated exhibits, particularly the ancient sculptures and vases. The museum's connection to the University of Würzburg adds an academic touch to the experience. While the collection is impressive, some reviewers note that the space can feel crowded at times, and the labeling of exhibits could be more comprehensive. The museum's location in the beautiful Residence palace is a bonus, though it may be overshadowed by the palace itself. Overall, it's a worthwhile stop for art and history enthusiasts, offering a good balance of ancient and more recent artistic works.

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