All language & literature museums to visit in Schleswig-Holstein

Celebrate the power of words at 7 language and literature museums in Schleswig-Holstein. These museums explore the history of languages, literary works, and the lives of authors.

Are you a literature enthusiast? Here are the best language and literature museums in Schleswig-Holstein

  1. Günter Grass House1

    Günter Grass House

     Lübeck
    The Günter Grass House, located in the old town of Lübeck, is a museum dedicated to the literary, pictorial, and sculptural work of Günter Grass, a Nobel Prize in Literature laureate. Grass lived near Lübeck in his old age, and the museum serves as a testament to his diverse artistic contributions.
  2. Hebbelmuseum2

    Hebbelmuseum

     Wesselburen
    The Hebbel Museum in Wesselburen, located in the district of Dithmarschen, Schleswig-Holstein, is a tribute to the life and work of the renowned playwright Friedrich Hebbel, who was born in this town. The museum provides an in-depth look into Hebbel's life, showcasing his contributions to the world of drama and literature.
  3. Ernst Barlach Museum3

    Ernst Barlach Museum

     Ratzeburg
    The Ernst Barlach Museum Ratzeburg is situated in the very house in Ratzeburg where the artist spent a portion of his childhood. This adds a personal touch to the museum, allowing visitors to connect more deeply with the artist's life and work.
  4. Storm House4

    Storm House

     Husum
    The Theodor-Storm-Haus, also known as Theodor-Storm-Museum or Storm-Center, located in Husum in Schleswig-Holstein, is a literature museum dedicated to the poet and writer Theodor Storm. This was the residence of the renowned writer from 1866 to 1880, making it a significant site for those interested in literature and history.
  5. Museumsinsel Lüttenheid5

    Museumsinsel Lüttenheid

     Heide
    Museumsinsel Lüttenheid is a complex of several museums located in Heide, Holstein. This unique museum complex was established in 2004 and has since been a significant cultural and historical site in the region. The museums within the complex have lost their independence and have been merged to form a comprehensive and diverse collection of exhibits.
  6. Eulenspiegelmuseum6

    Eulenspiegelmuseum

     Mölln
    The Eulenspiegel Museum aims to illustrate the special relationship of Mölln, also known as the Eulenspiegel city, with Till Eulenspiegel. The stories numbered 91 to 96 in the Eulenspiegel tales take place in this city. Eulenspiegel, a legendary figure in German folklore, died in Mölln in 1350 in the Holy Spirit Hospital. His death is commemorated by a memorial stone at the St. Nicolai Church.
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    Nordfriisk Futuur

     Bredstedt
    In 2015, the Nordfriisk Instituut expanded with the inauguration of the Nordfriisk Futuur. This extension building houses a multipurpose hall that is used for lecture events. Additionally, it is home to a multimedia permanent exhibition on the project 'Language Land North Frisia'. This exhibition provides an immersive experience into the North Frisian language and culture.