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Ilmenau is a historic university town located in the Thuringian Forest region of central Germany. The city is particularly known for its Technical University, founded in 1894, which has significantly shaped the city's development and cultural landscape.

Ilmenau has strong connections to German literary history, as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe frequently visited the town and conducted scientific studies here. The city's industrial heritage is rooted in glass-making, porcelain manufacturing, and mining, activities that have influenced its cultural development.

Today, Ilmenau combines its technological focus with cultural offerings, set against the backdrop of the picturesque Thuringian Forest. The town maintains several historic buildings and cultural institutions that reflect its rich past while embracing its role as a modern center of education and research.

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Museums in Ilmenau

This overview contains all museums in and around Ilmenau. Curious about which museums there are in Ilmenau? These are the museums:

14 museums

Best museums in Ilmenau

Exhibitions in Ilmenau

Unfortunately we don’t know about any current exhibitions in and around Ilmenau.

Ilmenau discounts and discount cards & passes

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